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Manual log splitter
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1975-10-31
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Granted: 1976-09-28
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Expires: 1995-10-31
Abstract
Abstract A Manual Log Splitter comprising a frame having upright and laterally-spaced guide members, and a horizontal beam slidably-supported on the guide members. A splitting wedge is integral with the beam so as to be positioned in engagement with the upper end of the log. The wedge is then struck by a manually-held sledge to split the log; the operation is repeated, depending upon the size of the pieces desired.
Inventors
- 👤 Russell D. Kortendick
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-04 15:50
CPC Classifications
B; B27; B27L; B27L7/00; B27L7/005
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 3
Claim 1
Independent Claim
78 words
A means of splitting a log, said log positioned in a substantially upright position, said means comprising a frame surrounding said log, a substantially-upright guide means supported by said frame, a wedge-support beam freely slidable vertically on said guide means, a vertically-directed wedge integral with said support beam, said wedge terminating upwardly in an anvil portion, said wedge to be positioned in contact with said log, said log being split by striking said anvil portion with a sledge.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
78 words
A means of splitting a log, said log positioned in a substantially upright position, said means comprising a frame surrounding said log, a substantially-upright guide means supported by said frame, a wedge-support beam freely slidable vertically on said guide means, a vertically-directed wedge integral with said support beam, said wedge terminating upwardly in an anvil portion, said wedge to be positioned in contact with said log, said log being split by striking said anvil portion with a sledge.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
59 words
A means of splitting a log as set forth in claim 1, in which said wedge comprises upwardly-diverging opposed walls embracing said support beam, a blade extending downwardly from the lower edge of said beam and surrounded by said walls; said anvil portion, said walls, said support beam and said blade integrally welded or otherwise comprising an integral unit.
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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) | 1979-09-28 | 1980-03-29 | 1980-09-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1983-09-28 | 1984-03-29 | 1984-09-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1987-09-28 | 1988-03-29 | 1988-09-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |