Patents by Inventor Frank D. James

Frank D. James has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Fishing tool for magnetic objects
    Patent number: 5522630
    Abstract: A tool for fishing magnetic objects through a wall includes a body portion that has a cavity formed therein. An electromagnet is secured in the cavity and is connected to a variable power source that is adapted to selectively activate the electromagnet. A pair of lines are secured to the top of the body portion so that the same can be raised or lowered a predetermined distance. The body portion includes a slot that extends into the same from the top thereof. The slot is adapted to retain an end of a fish tape therein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 1995
    Date of Patent: June 4, 1996
    Inventor: Frank D. James