Rotating clamp
US6386786B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 7, 2000 |
| Grant date | May 14, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 7, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T403/7066
- WIPO fieldMechanical elements
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A clamp that is particularly suitable for automated manufacturing or assembly environments, such as on a transfer press, includes a first and a second clamp which engage each other via a joint. The joint is adapted to allow the first and second clamps to both pivot and rotate with respect to each other. A third clamp fits over the joint and selectively secures the first and second clamps in a desired orientation when the third clamp is tightened. The joint may be a ball and socket joint.
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