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US3861248A
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Packing extractor
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1973-11-12
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Granted: 1975-01-21
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Expires: 1993-11-12
Abstract
Abstract A tool for extracting packing from a gland which comprises a handle with a pointed rod extending therefrom. The rod is curved in such a manner as to overlie a shaft and has an angular offset permitting the point to be more easily driven into the packing.
Inventors
- 👤 George B Bushinsky
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 13:31
CPC Classifications
B; B25; B25B; B25B27/00; B25B27/0028
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
80 words
A tool for removing packing from a packing gland which comprises: a handle; and an elongated rod extending from said handle and terminating in a point, siad rood having a straight portion adjacent said handle, a first downward curve at the end of said straight portion, an upward second curve spaced from said first curve, a third downward curve adjacent said point, an upward fourth curve defined by said point, and an offset angle intermediate said first and third curves.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
80 words
A tool for removing packing from a packing gland which comprises: a handle; and an elongated rod extending from said handle and terminating in a point, siad rood having a straight portion adjacent said handle, a first downward curve at the end of said straight portion, an upward second curve spaced from said first curve, a third downward curve adjacent said point, an upward fourth curve defined by said point, and an offset angle intermediate said first and third curves.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
19 words
The tool of claim 1 wherein said offset angle is substantially 15* from the plane of said first curve.
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1978-01-20 | 1978-07-22 | 1979-01-21 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-01-20 | 1982-07-22 | 1983-01-21 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-01-20 | 1986-07-22 | 1987-01-21 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |