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Conformable sanding block

US10245707B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 21, 2017
Grant dateApr 2, 2019
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Expiry dateJul 30, 2037

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB24D15/023
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A conformable sanding block with a longitudinal axis has a locking end cap, a sliding end cap and a series of indexable segments therebetween. A flexible position rod is fastened to both end caps and passes through and captures each indexable segments forming the ergonomically conformable sanding block that is settable between concave and convex shapes for sanding contoured shapes. The sanding block has a bottom whereat a sandpaper holder is releasably and slidably attached for releaseably fastening sandpaper thereto.

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