Gripping hand tools
US12311514B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 12, 2023 |
| Grant date | May 27, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 4, 2043 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB23D29/023
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Various embodiments of pliers and pipe wrenches are provided. Wire cutters enable a finger pivot hole to enhance the grasp of the wire cutters while rotating the tool and/or stripping wire. Pipe wrenches include different configurations of teeth to improve durability and grip on a workpiece. Pliers are provided with axial teeth to enhance gripping a workpiece in different directions. Pliers are provided with selectable mechanical advantages so that a user may select the mechanical advantage desirable for a particular application.
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