Non-metallic hand pliers with wire cutter
US6966244B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 6, 2003 |
| Grant date | Nov 22, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 5, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25B7/02
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A pair of preferably substantially buoyant-in-water hand pliers comprising a pair of non-metallic lever members each having a handle portion and a jaw portion and formed of material preferably having a density greater than water. The lever members are pivotally connected together at common central portions between the jaw and handle portions. Each handle portion preferably has one or more outwardly opening cavities formed into a side surface of the handle portions. An elongated tubular sheath preferably formed of material buoyant in water covers and sealingly encloses the cavities whereby the effective density of the pliers is less than that of water. An effective, durable, non-corrosive wire cutting arrangement is also provided, the components uniquely configured and supported in the non-metallic jaw portions.
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