Patent · US Expired

Adjustable tube and fitting cleaning brush

US5295278A · kind A · utility

31Cited by
33References
20Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateMar 4, 1993
Grant dateMar 22, 1994
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Expiry dateMar 4, 2013

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA46B2200/3013
  • WIPO fieldOther consumer goods
  • WIPO sectorOther fields

Abstract

A cleaning tool for preparing the surfaces of pipes and fittings for soldering, welding or gluing comprises a base and a pair of opposing prongs. The tool further includes a distal set of replaceable brushes for cleaning the inner surfaces of pipes or fittings and a proximal set of replaceable abrasive pads for cleaning the outer surfaces of pipes and fittings. The tool is configured to accommodate pipes and fittings of a variety of diameters.

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