Grommet installation device
US5191689A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 1, 1992 |
| Grant date | Mar 9, 1993 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 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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