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Tool and method for removing a clip member from a master link in a chain member

US5193336A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateSep 19, 1991
Grant dateMar 16, 1993
Priority date
Expiry dateSep 19, 2011

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB25B27/22
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A tool for removing a clip member from a master link in a chain member. The tool comprises a first member pivotally secured to a second member with the first member including a first plier jaw having a structure defining a pair of first arcuate recesses and with the second member including a second plier jaw having a structure defining a pair of second arcuate recesses. A method for removing a clip member from a master link in a chain member comprising providing the tool; providing a chain member comprising a master link with a clip member; and grasping the clip member with the first and second plier jaws of the tool.

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