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Grommet installation device

US5191689A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 1, 1992
Grant dateMar 9, 1993
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Expiry dateMay 1, 2012

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T29/53717
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A grommet installation device consisting of an installation tool and a backup tool. The backup tool incorporates a retractable rod for guiding and aligning the grommet sleeve throughout installation. The installation tool flares and swages the grommet sleeve over a grommet spacer, affixing the grommet assembly in the workpiece aperture.

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