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Multi-purpose tool having removable handle for use as a hand tool

US10464199B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 7, 2017
Grant dateNov 5, 2019
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Expiry dateJan 2, 2038

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB25G3/18
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A multi-purpose tool includes a jaw head, a locking mechanism pivotably attached to the jaw head, a first handle, and a second handle. The jaw head includes a first jaw having a first tang and a second jaw having a second tang. The locking mechanism includes a projection extending from a lock body. The first tang includes a notch, and the first handle includes a notch configured to align with the notch in the first tang. The aligned notches are configured to receive the projection of the locking mechanism when the locking mechanism is in a locked position. The first handle is fixed to the jaw head when the locking mechanism is in the locked position due to the projection of the locking mechanism contacting both of the aligned notches. The first handle can be removed from the first tang when the locking mechanism is in an unlocked position.

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