Cutting tool for flexible conduit
US7346986B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 23, 2006 |
| Grant date | Mar 25, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 23, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB26D3/169
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tool for cutting flexible plastic conduit having a pair of pivotally attached handles. One of the handles includes a cutting blade. The cutting blade cooperatively associates with an anvil located on the other handle. The cutting blade and anvil form a cutting jaw. The anvil includes at least one support to resist deformation of the flexible conduit during the cutting operation. The support is shaped to conform to a portion of the exterior profile of the flexible pipe being cut. A slot bisects the anvil such that the cutting blade can completely pass through the conduit and the supports.
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