Adjustable tube and fitting cleaning brush
US5295278A · kind A · utility
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20Claims
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 4, 1993 |
| Grant date | Mar 22, 1994 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 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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