Switchable pliers and method for use
US10421178B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 7, 2016 |
| Grant date | Sep 24, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 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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