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Switchable pliers and method for use

US10421178B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 7, 2016
Grant dateSep 24, 2019
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Expiry dateDec 7, 2037

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB25B7/10
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A pliers switchable for use with external snap-rings and internal snap-rings. The pliers has a first member with V-shape track, a second member with an aperture, and a switch mechanism. The second member and the switch mechanism are translatable along the V-shape track, and the switch mechanism is configured to engage and disengage the first and second members in and out of a “locked” position.

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