Patent ID: 8607429
Filing Date: 2013-12-17
Classification: H01R,H05K,Y10T

Abstract:
1. An extraction tool for attaching to an assembly having a plurality of openings and a plurality of respective connector pins extending therethrough, the extraction tool comprising: a puller guide; one or more generally cylindrical puller structures having a first central bore and a locking end, wherein the one or more puller structures is secured to the puller guide, the puller guide facilitating alignment of the extraction tool relative to the assembly; one or more filler rods configured to translate coaxially within the first central bore of a corresponding puller structure, the filler rod having a second central bore configured to accept one of the connector pins; wherein the puller structure is configured to extend through a selected one of the openings such that the locking end engages a first side of the assembly; and wherein the filler rod is configured to translate within the puller structure, and around a connector pin extending through the selected opening, to apply outward radial pressure on the locking ends of the puller structure; and wherein the puller guide is movable with the assembly to minimize damage to the connector pin during extraction of the assembly.