Utility pliers
US6012362A · kind A · utility
Inventor
Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 23, 1998 |
| Grant date | Jan 11, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 23, 2018 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25B7/123
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A utility pliers includes a first handle member with a fixed jaw secured to an end thereof, a second handle member, and a movable jaw. A connecting block includes a first part pivoted to the end of the first handle member and a second part pivoted to the second handle member. The connecting block further includes a slot defined therein. Two follower blocks are mounted to both sides of the connecting block. A pin is extended through the follower blocks and the slot of the connecting block to guide sliding movements of the follower blocks along the slot relative to the connecting block. The movable jaw is connected to the follower blocks to move therewith.
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