OPENTECHNICAL PUBLICATION
OT-2026-000003278

Ergonomic and easily serviceable vacuum probe

Published: 2026-09-15T20:01:08.742371Z
Permanent URL: https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000003278
Categories: Lifting, Positioning & Manipulation > Vacuum Lifting

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ABSTRACT

Ergonomic and easily serviceable vacuum probe. The probe for applying a vacuum
has a see-through chamber in which a particulate filter is disposed so that
the contamination level in the chamber is monitorable for servicing the
filter. The probe is vacuum-dependent and sized to be gripped by a
person's hand making a fist therearound including around the handle which
extends longitudinally of the body. By squeezing the handle toward the body, a
valve plunger is pushed radially inwardly to open the valve to apply vacuum.
The valve is spring-biased to return to the closed position upon release of
the handle.

1. Drawings

[0001] Sheet 1.

[0002] Sheet 2.

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OpenTechnical publication OT-2026-000003278
Published 2026-09-15T20:01:08.742371Z
https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000003278