Abstract: A clip arrangement is described for releasably fastening an object (1) to at least one line (2) with a clamping part (4) which can be snapped onto the line (2) and a retaining part (3) to releasably fasten the object (1) between the retaining part (3) and clamping part (4). This allows valuable and simple fastening of an object to at least one line, high tensile strength being combined with simple releasability of the connection.

Abstract: A rod-engaging support device (1) is formed from plastics material. The body (2) of the device (1) supports a fitting e.g. rod connector, suspension hook or munsen ring, which fitting may be integral or removably securable thereto. The device (1) further incorporates rod engagement means (4, 5) wherein the rod is received by the engagement means (4, 5) in a first position and following relative rotation of the device (1) with respect to the rod, the rod is gripped by the engagement means (4, 5) in a second position.

Abstract: A cable hanger is attached to a transmitting tower with a “snap-in” connection and permits a cable or cable guide to be installed in the cable hanger through a gap provided in the arms of the cable hanger immediately after the cable hanger is installed on the tower. The hanger includes a clasp which is closed across the gap and around the cable which insures that the cable remains in the hanger and biases the snap fitting of the cable guide against an installation aperture of the tower, thereby securing the cable guide in place.

Abstract: Extruded polymeric articles useful for supporting, acoustically isolating and vibrationally dampening a pipe segment in relation to a structural support member, the articles having coextruded unfoamed and foamed polymeric layers and being attachable to the structural support member using nails, screws, formed wire hangers or other similarly effective fasteners. A method for making the subject articles and a system comprising a perforated, coextruded acoustic pipe support strap in combination with a shaped wire hanger for use in suspending a pipe segment from the web portion of a laminated joist having an I-beam cross section are also disclosed.

Abstract: Extruded polymeric articles useful for supporting, acoustically isolating and vibrationally dampening a pipe segment in relation to a structural support member, the articles having coextruded unfoamed and foamed polymeric layers and being attachable to the structural support member using nails, screws, formed wire hangers or other similarly effective fasteners. A method for making the subject articles and a system comprising a perforated, coextruded acoustic pipe support strap in combination with a shaped wire hanger for use in suspending a pipe segment from the web portion of a laminated joist having an I-beam cross section are also disclosed.

Abstract: Techniques for protecting and managing cables during storage and use are described. The apparatus of the invention is an integration of two functional components that are used with cables of all types. First is a protective component that protects the ends of cables, which are referred to as connectors. These connectors can be plugged into devices such as computers and peripheral devices such that the respective components can be interconnected. The second component is a cable management component, which is used to manage the length of the cable. A very common example of the second component and its use is a cable clip that secures a cable that is wound up in a coil. In a general sense, the invention is the combination of the protective component and the cable management component into a single apparatus.

Abstract: A cable mount assembly that comprises a weldable stud affixed to a cable mount adapted to engage a cable tie used to secure elongated objects to a substrate. The stud is generally cylindrical with an annular collar or rim spaced between the ends of the stud. The cable mount is affixed to the stud between the collar and the weldable end of the stud.

Abstract: A cable support is provided having a support member and a plurality of rungs. The support member has a center portion and two downward portions that generally define an interior area of the channel. The rungs have a lower retaining section and an upper cable retaining section and are made from a resilient nonconductive material for being detachably secured to the support member.

Abstract: A fastener (1) comprises a base portion (6) a pipe holding portion (7) connected integrally with the base portion, a stud engagement portion (10) provided at the base portion and adapted to engage with a stud standing on a car body panel, and a support portion (14) for supporting the stud engagement portion (10).

Abstract: A pipe support for supporting gas lines and the like on a roof comprising a generally unitary member formed from a rubber-like material resistant to water and sunlight, the support including a triangular body formed by a base, converging legs and a connecting portion at the apex of the body, and clamping arms that extend from the connecting portion to form a pipe receiving and supporting chambers into which a pipe can be engaged by pressing the legs together to spread the arms apart, the pipe being clamped in the chamber by releasing the legs so that the arms close on the pipe.

Abstract: A one-piece threaded rod cable support including a cable-holding portion and two arms extending in a perpendicular plane from the cable-holding portion. The arms include claw-shaped ends to accommodate and snap-fittingly engage a rod. Upon engagement of the arms with the rod, an integral brace, provided on the exterior of the cable-holding portion between the two arms, is deflected inwardly toward the cable-holding portion. Deflection of the brace puts pressure on the interior sides of the claw-shaped ends, thereby bracing the cable support on the rod and providing resistance to disengagement caused by loading or bending of the cable-holding portion. A snap-lock arrangement may be provided on the cable-holding portion to allow easy opening and closing of the ring.

Abstract: An improved wire and/or cable support member provides simultaneous support for a plurality of wires and/or cable members. A first portion of the support member includes a bracket portion that is preferably configured to have a vertical orientation. The first bracket portion desirably includes one or more openings through which screws, bolts or nails may be driven to secure the bracket to an adjacent structure. A cable support arm extends outward from the bracket portion. This portion also has a further portion which extends parallel to the bracket portion and a further segment which extends back toward the bracket portion to form a cavity within which one or more cables and/or wires may be located.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a line holder (1) for vibration-damped retention of lines in a motor vehicle above at least two planes Eu and Eo located one above the other. A sealing clip 3 of the line holder 1 which can be pivoted by a support element 2 allows clamping of the received lines by means of meshing tongues 8, 9 moulded thereon.

Abstract: The invention is a tube clip with a clip end and a cam. The design of the tube clip allows the rotation of the tube clip after insertion into a mounting support. Preferably the installed tube clip can rotate no farther than about a quarter turn or about 90° after insertion. The clip end has a base, first and second sides and a channel. The first and second sides are at opposite ends of the base and perpendicular thereto with the channel inbetween. A slanted guide extends inwardly along the length of the first side distal to the base. A slanted outer face extends inwardly along the length of the second side distal to the base. The slanted guide and the outer face align to cooperatively guide a tube into the channel. The cam has a head and a stem connecting the head to the base. The head has a beveled edge and a shoulder. The shoulder projects from the beveled edge toward the stem and overhangs the base.

Abstract: A clip for retaining a power or extension cords for transport and to prevent damage to the cord. The clip has two sleeves (32, 34) that are created when an upper (12) and lower (14) member are coupled together by a spring clip (18). One sleeve (34) is closed and the other sleeve (32) has an opening for insertion of a power cord. A lever (16) is formed in the upper member (12) to allow for opening of the open end of the clip for the insertion of a cord. Within the closed sleeve (34) is a retaining mechanism that aids in the retention and positioning of a power cord. Integrally molded with the open sleeve (32) may be ribs (42, 44) that increase the frictional engagement between the clip and the cord. The clip can be constructed in one or two pieces and can be used with a variety of different tools and applications.

Abstract: A method of supporting a hose on a cable stopper of a bicycle involves providing a cable harness assembly including a hose hanger and a stopper bushing; inserting the stopper bushing within an inner space of the cable stopper; radially expanding the stopper bushing within the inner space of the cable stopper such that the stopper bushing at least partially contacts an interior wall of the cable stopper to couple the hose hanger to the cable stopper; and supporting the hose on a cable portion of the hose hanger. The hose hanger includes a body portion and the cable portion that is sized and configured to support the hose. The stopper bushing has an unexpanded outer width that is sized and configured to be received within the inner space of the cable stopper.

Abstract: An encirclement to stabilize, and if desired also to anchor bundles of wires. It includes a base segment and a pair of integral arm segments having interior arcuate surfaces to encircle the bundle when the stiffly flexible arms are brought together. A latch tooth extends from each arm segment. The latch teeth extend across a central plane which all of the segments confront, to engage and latch the arm segments to one another and thereby encircle the bundle to hold it together.

Abstract: A locking cable support that reduces potential wire abrasion, minimizes magnetic interference to communication signals, and provides a wide opening feature that permits easy insertion of cables without first twisting them. The shape and flexibility of the improved locking cable support enable it to be opened wider than prior art metallic bridle rings, allowing easier insertion of wires. Non-metallic construction minimizes potential wire abrasion and reduces the possibility of magnetic interference with communication signals. A wide surface in the ring portion provides a comfortable seat for cables with minimal bending of cables between supports.

Abstract: A clamp (10) is provided having a first half-annular part (20) and a second half-annular part (30) connected to the first half annular part (20) by a hinge. A flexible locking piece (21) projects from an open end of the first half-annular part (20). A through-hole (22) is located at an inner side of the first half-annular part (20). A locking bracket (B) which is located on a vehicle body is inserted into the through-hole (22). A second locking claw (21a) projects from the lower end of an outer surface of the locking piece (21). The second locking claw (21a) locks the first half annular (20) part and the second half annular (30) part together. A first locking claw (21b) projects from the upper end of an inner surface of the locking piece (21). The first locking claw (21b) locks into the locking bracket (B). The second half-annular part (30) has a box-shaped frame (31) at an open end thereof to accommodate the locking piece (21) and the locking bracket.

Abstract: Conventional methods for mounting electro-optical components, such as photodiodes, to the surface of a printed circuit board include the use of labor intensive brackets and fastening devices, such as screws or adhesive. The present invention provides a relatively small and simple component holder, which is easily attached to a circuit board by inserting the lower portion of the holder through a “key-hole” slot in the circuit board and rotating the upper portion, thereby squeezing the circuit board between the upper and lower portions. The component holder according to the present invention enables the electro-optical component to be mounted flush with the upper surface of the circuit board. Moreover, flexible locking elements enable the component holder to be mounted onto circuit boards of various thicknesses.

Abstract: A holding recess (14) for holding the self-supporting-type cable (1) is formed between elastic holding portions (12, 13). Retaining projections (12a, 13a) are formed respectively on those side surfaces of the elastic holding portions (12, 13), exposed to the holding recess (14), in stepped relation to each other. Even when the self-supporting-type cable (1) is held in any posture, with its cable body portion (2) or its wire support portion (3) first introduced into the holding recess (14), the cable body portion (2) is engaged with the two retaining projections (12a, 13a) in a press-contacted manner to be prevented from withdrawal, or the cable body portion is engaged with the retaining projection (13a) and the bottom of the holding recess (14) in a press-contacted manner, and therefore is held in a stable manner.

Abstract: A device is provided for securing a flat object to a carrier plate. The device includes a base plate with a pair of spaced apart end sections, and a middle section extending between the end sections. A pair of upwardly protruding extensions each has a lower end attached to the middle section of the base, and an upper end spaced therefrom. The extensions are spaced apart by a distance and are elastic such that the upper ends may be pushed apart. A bridge extends between the upper ends of the extension. The bridge has a pair of spaced apart ends interconnected with the upper ends of the extension and a midportion therebetween. The bridge has a total length greater than the length the distance between the extensions. The bridge has a disengaged position wherein the midportion is spaced from the middle section of the base plate and the upper ends of the extension are not pushed apart.

Abstract: A clip for securing a plurality of tubes to each other includes a rectangular separator plate and a first concave arm and a second concave arm. The separator plate has a first edge and a second edge. The first concave arm has a first end that is integrally formed with the first edge. A second end of the first concave arm includes a first tip that curls inwardly to grasp a first tube. A second concave arm has a second end that is integrally formed with the second edge. A second end of the second concave arm includes a second tip that curls inwardly to grasp a second tube.

Abstract: A spacer apparatus (10) for spacing a high voltage lead (25) from other components in an electrical device includes a hub (11), a plurality of spokes (15-18) extending radially outwardly from the hub (11), and first and second spacer rim segments (19, 20) connected to the spokes (15-18). The hub (11) has a center (12) and first and second holes (13, 14) located on opposite sides of the center (12). The holes (13, 14) each have an open side for receiving a lead (25). The spacer rim segments (19, 20) are movable using a scissors-like action with the hub center (12) as a fulcrum to selectively enlarge one of the open sides to facilitate attachment to a high voltage lead (25). The spacer apparatus (10) is symmetrical so that an operator can attach the spacer to a lead (25) regardless of the direction in which the apparatus is initially grasped.

Abstract: This invention is a holder for suspending elongated objects from overhead equipment struts. The holder comprises a generally U-shaped metallic band formed at the ends of its legs into a generally circular band. The utmost ends of the legs of the U-shaped band have complementary end devices that interlock to hold the elongated object in place.

Abstract: A clamp has a plate-like base 1, a connection leg 2 disposed on a back surface of the base 1 for connecting the base 1 to the panel P, an auxiliary leg 3 provided for substantially constantly maintaining a gap between the base 1 and the panel P generated by the connection leg 2, and a sandwiching portion 4 standing on a front surface of the base 1 and having one and other columns 41 and 42 from which locking projections 4a serving as pull-out preventing members for the long body (cable) c are projecting such as to be opposed to each other, wherein the back surface of the base 1 is provided at a position thereof corresponding to the sandwiching portion 4 with a rib 5 having a height abutting against the panel P.

Abstract: A quick-connector for terminal fastening of a penetrating rebar (7) to a perpendicularly oriented concrete dowel (2), the connector comprising a wire clip (1) having a deflected segment of wire of the length (L) at least partially made of resilient-elastic metal, wherein the wire clip (1) includes, with respect to a primary turning arc (3), arms (5, 5′) that are mirror-symmetrical to an angle-bisecting plane (4), wherein each arm (5, 5′) forms a deflected secondary turning arc (6, 6′) transverse to the primary turning arc (3) and a clippable hook (8, 8′) that rests force-lockingly into a radial external surface zone (9), of a terminal radial expansion (1), of the concrete dowel

Abstract: An insulating pipe clamp for supporting one or more pipes within an aperture in a metal wall stud and the like includes an annular body portion having a radially outwardly protruding flange at one end. Extending axially through the body portion are a plurality of different diameter holes for accommodating different size pipes. The axes of the holes are offset from the axis of the body portion to permit rotation of the clamp to compensate for any misalignment between a pipe extending through one or more of the holes and a respective aperture in a metal wall stud in which the clamp is inserted. On the rearwardly facing end wall of the flange are a plurality of tabs for grasping by an installer for ease of insertion of the clamp into a respective aperture in a metal wall stud and for ease of rotation of the clamp within the aperture.

Abstract: The holder is a resilient arcuate clip of a size to fit on the handle section of a fishing rod. Outstanding therefrom is a series of resilient arcuate clips of different sizes to grip the smaller rod sections, whereby all the rod sections are held close together in side-by-side relation in a compact bundle.

Abstract: A cable management system is provided for use with rack mounted devices, such as servers. The cable management system for each device mounted in the rack includes a retainer, typically mounted to the rack, and fixed to the cable. The system also includes a tension device, such as a tension reel having an extensible member, connected to the cable intermediate the retainer and the device. As the device is moved towards the retainer, the tension member pulls the cable laterally and folds the cable at the rear of the device.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a holding device for pipes and a method of making and using same. The holding device includes a fixed support bracket and at least one elastic element arranged with the fixed support bracket. A clip is supported by the at least one elastic element such that the clip is movable in all spatial directions and is decoupled from the fixed support bracket by way of the at least one elastic element. The holding device of the present invention prevents the deterioration of acoustic properties even under critical conditions.

Abstract: A clip arrangement is described for releasably fastening an object (1) to at least one line (2) with a clamping part (4) which can be snapped onto the line (2) and a retaining part (3) to releasably fasten the object (1) between the retaining part (3) and clamping part (4). This allows valuable and simple fastening of an object to at least one line, high tensile strength being combined with simple releasability of the connection.

Abstract: A cable retainer assembly is adapted for segregating, bundling, and routing fiber optic cable inside a cable management cabinet. The retainer assembly includes a mounting track for being located inside the cabinet, and having first and second opposing end edges, and first and second opposing side edges. An arcuate retainer clip is carried on the mounting track between its opposing end edges and side edges. The retainer clip defines a bend-radius control surface adapted for controlling the degree of bend experienced by fiber optic cable held by the retainer clip. The retainer clip has a base, and at least one outwardly-extending cable retainer arm formed with the base. The cable retainer arm is spaced-apart from the bend-radius control surface to retain a bundled plurality of fiber optic cable inside the cabinet.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a fastening device for installing a gas or a liquid conducting pipe (10), to a lateral supporting track (13) having a transverse cross section shape of inverted U with inwardly bend ends (15, 16) near its opening, comprising: a body made of two substantially identical parts (8) and a bolt (19) for connecting and fastening them to each other at their upper part (17, 18). Each of said identical parts has two parallel side walls (5, 6) which are interconnected only in their upper ends (17, 18) and their bottom ends (4, 9) are free with a gap (7) between them for the passage of the pipe. The two identical parts are connected to each other by adjusting the bolt which passes through a hole (1) in each part. The fastening device, according to the present invention, can be manufactured in many ways, in various sizes, and from various materials, according to the fastening requirements in various systems.

Abstract: A holder for clamping one or more rods is so constructed that the holder includes a holder body having a base part and a pair of side wall portions which vertically extend from the base part in parallel to each other, tongue pieces extending from upper ends of the side wall portions inwardly into the insertion inlet, and flexibly displaceable retaining pieces for receiving the rod extending from the base part to an interior of the holding part to elastically press the inserted rod toward the tongue pieces, the retaining pieces including vertical portions extending from the base part independently of and in parallel to the side wall portions, and arcuate retaining portions bent back from the vertical portions to support a lower part of the rod.

Abstract: A pipe supporting apparatus for supporting pipes extending between support members of a structure. The pipe supporting apparatus includes a rod. The rod is elongate and has a first end and a second end. A pair of mounting means removably mounts the rod to support members. Each of the mounting means is integrally coupled to an end of the rod. A plurality of coupling members couple the pipes to the rod. Each of the coupling members includes a first and second bracket. The first bracket is adapted for removably coupling to the rod. The second bracket is adapted for removably coupling the pipe to the first bracket. The second bracket is coupled to the first bracket.

Abstract: A luminaire, and in particular an arm-mounted spotlight or a picture light, having a long slim stem with a lighting head at one end and fixing elements at the other end. The fixing elements have clamping ends which engage at least partially around the stem and which can be operated by hand between a clamping position and a loosening position. In one embodiment, the clamping elements are each formed as clamping sleeves which embrace the stem annularly and have open ends which have flanges which can be moved toward each other by a finger grip in order to achieve the clamping action. In another embodiment, clamping elements are biased into a closed position by a spring and finger grips are provided to open the clamping elements when pressed.

Abstract: A pipe guide apparatus and system. The pipe guide includes a first member being secured to the pipe and having at least one element extending parallel to an axis of the pipe and a second member being secured to a fixed structural component and having at least one element extending parallel to the pipe axis. In addition, a layered member is provided wherein the elements of the first and second members and the layered member are configured and engaged in a mating relationship to permit axial movement of the first member relative to the second member, yet to prevent non-axial pipe movement due to external forces. In this mating relationship, the layered member further acts to absorb shock or vibration due to pipe movement, thereby greatly reducing noise being transferred to the surrounding environment. A plurality of pipe guides, alone or in combination with an expansion joint member, may be employed within the pipe guide system.

Abstract: In one aspect, a stackable transmission line hanger is provided for securing one or more transmission lines to a supporting structure. Each such hanger includes a transmission line retention section for accommodating a transmission line and a mounting section extending from the transmission line retention section, the mounting section including a mounting hole disposed therein. The transmission line retention section includes a first leg and a second leg extending therefrom, the first and second legs allowing the hanger to accommodate various sizes of transmission lines. The first and second legs each include a locking barb configured to lock against an attachment surface.

Abstract: A clip for mounting a fuel rail to an internal combustion engine is disclosed. The fuel rail has an outer surface and a projection on the outer surface. The engine has a retaining feature. The clip includes a body extending in a plane and first, second, and third pairs of rail legs extending from the body generally perpendicular to the plane. The second pair of rail legs is generally aligned with and disposed from a respective one of the first pair of rail legs by a predetermined distance. The third pair of rail legs is located distal from the first and second pairs of rail legs. Each of the third pair of rail legs is generally aligned with a respective one of the first pair of rail legs. A free end of each of the pairs of rail legs includes a generally concave surface juxtaposed from and biased toward the other leg of each of the first, second, and third pairs of rail legs. The clip further includes a pair of mounting legs extending from the body generally perpendicular to the plane.

Abstract: A hydraulic tubing clamp is made of a resilient plastic or polyamide material with a mounting hole for accepting a fastener to attach the tubing clamp to a mounting surface of a product, such as a boom arm of a front end loader. Recessed grooves or tubing seats are formed with part cylindrical portions for accepting hydraulic tubes. The recessed grooves are accessible for snap fitting tubes into place through an opening that is more narrow than the widest parts of the recess. Once snap-fitted into place, the tubes are retained in the tubing clamp as a subassembly without the use of latches or other clamping devices. The preassembled bundle of tubes held by the clamp can be assembled on the loader or other product with greater ease and efficiency than trying to manually hold the tubes in place and then fasten or clamp the tubes to the product.

Abstract: A cable management system (10) is disclosed for coupling and retaining cables (16) for rack-mounted electronic components. The cable management system (10) includes a cable arm (12) that can pivot between an extended position and a collapsed position to accommodate movement in the rack-mounted component. Coupled to the cable arm are cable retainers (14). Each cable retainer includes a platform (46) and prongs (42). Each prong includes a stem (48) and a tapered projection (54). The combination of the platform (46), and the stem (48) and tapered projection (54) of adjacent prongs (42) forms a cavity for receiving a cable (16). The cable arm includes a number of slots in the supports of the cable arm for receiving latches, locks, or other fasteners of the cable retainer (14) for coupling the cable retainer (14) to the cable arm (12).

Abstract: A clamp for holding elongated objects having a generally U-shaped trough for receiving the object to be held and a pair of substantially flat tabs extending from opposite sides of the trough proximate to an upper end of each side thereof. At least one of the pair of tabs preferably has a hinge to render it bendable to bridge over the trough and underlay the other of the pair of tabs in substantially parallel relationship thereto, closing said U-shape to form a D-shape. Tab alignment structures are provided for establishing and maintaining the position of the one tab relative to the other when the one tab underlays the other. In a first embodiment, a ring on one tab is received in a mating receptacle in the other. In a second embodiment, a pin projects from a surface of one tab and extends through an opening provided in the other. The pin is received and retained in an opening in the mounting surface.

Abstract: A two-pipe clamp has two clamping bodies forming a pair of clamping cheeks, and between them form two passages, each intended for a tubular body. The clamping bodies can be pressed against one another by a tightening screw extending between the passages from a top cover plate to a base plate. The pair of clamping cheeks are held between the two plates. Each clamping body is framed by an exterior security strip forming a reinforcement. Each strip has a central segment extending between the cover plate or the base plate and the relevant clamping bodies. Bent end legs or the security strips extend along the relevant open side surfaces of the clamping bodies. The lengths of these legs are determined, so that upon the pressing of the clamping bodies, engagement of the leg ends limits their clamping force.

Abstract: A novel cable anchor for retainment and attachment of cables and tubing which utilizes a one-piece A-shaped rigid body (11) comprising of a U-shaped top (12) having the front, back and bottom open having two extensions one W-shaped left side extension (13) and one W-shaped right side extension (14) both extensions extending in a downward direction having 40 degrees more or less between the extensions. The W-shaped extensions having a barb surface located at the extreme outer surfaces of the W-shape. The U-shaped top (12) having an attachment hole (15) located at the top center. When manual pressure is applied on the outer surfaces of the extensions causing the extensions to move closer towards each other until the extensions are touching each other in the closed position thereby allowing the A-shaped rigid body (11) to be received in a bored hole of a substructure. The U-shaped top (12) may be flattened to facilitate the attachment of a separate cable clip or the like.

Abstract: A bracket for holding a rigid duct, such as an air conditioner coolant duct in a motor vehicle, including a mounting part and a duct retaining part. The duct retaining part has a duct receptacle for a least partially surrounding the duct and including spaced, inwardly extending clamping projections for providing compressive elastic contact with the duct.

Abstract: A clasping device for clasping a longitudinal object includes a clasping member having a chamber for receiving the object and having one or more blades extended inward of the chamber of the clasping member for engaging with and for clasping the object in the clasping member when the ends of the clasping member are forced toward each other. The blade includes a cusp and/or a tip for clasping the object in the clasping member. The ends of the clasping member are engaged into a socket orifice of a bracket for forcing the blades to engage with the object.

Abstract: In a flat circuitry mounting structure for connection of one end portion of a flat circuitry that is mounted with a surplus length between a molded panel and a body panel at a position in a vehicle, the flat circuitry is supported by a flexible support member that is mounted on a back face of the door trim in such manner that one end in a longitudinal direction thereof is fixed while the other end is free.

Abstract: A retaining device includes a body portion and at least two legs extending from the body portion. The device further includes a construction for securing the retaining device such that the yield point of the material forming the retaining device must be exceeded in order to achieve operative release of this securing construction. In preferred embodiments, the retaining device is formed from a spring metal material having a round cross section.

Abstract: A rod holder is provided with a holder main body having a rectangular holding portion therein, and an opening disposed at one side of the holder main body. The opening is enlarged when a rod member is inserted into the opening, and the opening is returned to an original condition when the rod member is held inside the rod holding portion. A window is provided at a side wall of the holder main body, and a rod receiving piece is formed in the window to project inside the holding portion. When a square rod member is held in the rod holding portion, the rod receiving piece can be elastically deformed by an outward pressing force of the rod member to be located inside the side wall. When a round rod member is held by the rod holder, the rod receiving piece engages a lower surface of the round rod member to hold the same. Thus, the rod holder of the invention can be used for holding both the square rod member and the round rod member.