Line fitting orientation guide for a fitting manipulating tool including a split socket and combination thereof
US5697266A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 15, 1995 |
| Grant date | Dec 16, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 15, 2015 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25B13/481
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Line fitting orientation guides for use with a split socket and socket drive assembly are disclosed, the guides including an opening for receiving and abutting the line on which the fitting is maintained as the fitting is received and properly positioned in the socket. The orientation guide may be integral to either the socket or the drive assembly structure, or may be a separate unit mounted to the drive assembly structure.
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