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Adapter for wrench sockets

US4526069A · kind A · utility

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4Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateNov 10, 1983
Grant dateJul 2, 1985
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Expiry dateNov 10, 2003

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB25B13/481
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An adapter for a conventional wrench socket facilitates the use of an open-end or box wrench in confined and inaccessible areas where a conventional ratchet wrench cannot be used. The adapter includes a downwardly-facing closed internal slot for facilitating a convenient removal of the adapter from the wrench socket.

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