Clamp device
US7373862B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 6, 2006 |
| Grant date | May 20, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 6, 2026 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25B27/04
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An improved clamp device having interchangeable quick release clamping members, said clamping members being moveable relative to the jaws of the device and being magnetic so as to retain the clamp device to a ferro-metallic work piece. The improvements allow increased flexibility of the device over traditionally configured clamps with regard to use of the device with difficult work pieces and environments. The interchangeable clamping members allow a single device to be used for multiple applications, thereby making the invention a low cost and convenient alternative to multiple special purpose tools, as well as permitting quick and inexpensive replacement of wear elements.
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