Tire bead holding pliers
US10752063B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 21, 2015 |
| Grant date | Aug 25, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 1, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB60C25/00
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Tire bead holding pliers includes a first jaw having a lipped plate configured to engage an outboard side of a wheel rim to locate the pliers, and a second jaw defined by a first and second hook and configured to curve around the wheel rim, move toward the first jaw, and engage an inboard side of the wheel rim as the pliers are tightened. The first hook has a first concave portion facing away from the first jaw and configured to receive a bead. The second hook extends from the first hook opposite the first concave portion, has a second concave portion facing the first jaw, and clamps the wheel rim therebetween. During tire installation or removal, the bead is hooked onto the second jaw, which holds the bead in place during the operation in a hands-free fashion.
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