Patents by Inventor James F. McTigue

James F. McTigue 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).

  • Tool for grasping and piercing insulated electrical cable for determining whether conductor of cable is energized
    Patent number: 5367251
    Abstract: A tool for grasping an electrical power conductor has a plurality of pointed pins mounted on a movable platform to pierce cable sheathing and insulation and contact a conductor of a cable held clamped in place by the tool. The pins are arranged so that at least one pin will contact the conductor to determine whether the conductor is energized.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 19, 1993
    Date of Patent: November 22, 1994
    Inventor: James F. McTigue