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Slotted pin engaging tool

US5988023A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJul 30, 1996
Grant dateNov 23, 1999
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Expiry dateJul 30, 2016

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T279/182
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

An apparatus for engaging a slotted pin comprising a cylindrical member defining a cylindrical axial pin bore and two tab slots spaced 180.degree. apart, the slots for a portion of their length connecting through the member to the bore, engaging tabs pivotally connected in the tab slots, means for biasing the tab members outwardly from the tab slots, and means for causing engagement of the tabs with the slots of a slotted pin inserted into the bore.

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