Oil filter tool
US10350738B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 7, 2016 |
| Grant date | Jul 16, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 25, 2037 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25B27/0042
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An oil filter tool used to remove filters and mitigate spillage of oil during and after removal. Sidewalls with grooves between form a substantial cylinder. Curved walls form the grooves, extend outwardly from the sidewalls, and provide some flexibility in the tool's diameter, thereby permitting use with filters other than those for which the tool was designed. A floor is joined by the sidewalls and curved walls to define a chamber in which the filter is mounted. A finger limits insertion of the filter to define a gap into which oil can flow. A funneling guide is angled at the end of the sidewalls opposite the floor to guide oil into the chamber. At least one of the grooves is closed at the guide end and there is an aperture to permit air flow out of the chamber.
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