.~.~ Mechanical means between fluid means and jaw {2}
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.~.~.~ Single fluid unit moves plural spaced jaws
DEFINITION
Classification: 269/34
(under subclass 32) Device including at least one fluid means which, when operated, forces physically separated plural jaw* elements into contact with the work at spaced points.
(1) Note. Patents including an insert between the plural jaw elements defined above and the work are included in this subclass.
(2) Note. The jaws may be parallel, angularly related, or a combination of both; or a single fluid unit may operate through linkages to move each of at least two jaws into contact with (a) adjacent points on one side of the work, or (b) points on opposite sides of the work.
SEE OR SEARCH THIS CLASS, SUBCLASS:
218+, for patents for a holder including a common means to actuate plural jaws, and see notes thereunder.
