Punch and draw stud having multi-start threads, and method of engaging same
US12036689B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 15, 2023 |
| Grant date | Jul 16, 2024 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 15, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB26F2210/16
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A punch according to some embodiments of the disclosure includes a body having a punching edge and a wall forming a passageway therethrough, the wall having a multi-start thread formed thereon, and a draw stud according to some embodiments of the disclosure includes an elongated cylinder having a multi-start thread thereon which is configured to be coupled to the multi-start thread of the punch. The number of starts provided on the punch corresponds to the number of starts provided on the draw stud. The multi-start thread on the punch is engaged with the multi-start thread on the draw stud in use. A method using same to punch a hole in sheet metal is also provided.
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