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Ratchet mechanism for tool

US10688631B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 19, 2017
Grant dateJun 23, 2020
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Expiry dateMar 17, 2038

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB25B23/0007
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A ratcheting tool is provided. The ratcheting tool includes a ratchet mechanism including a gear structure and a pawl structure. The pawl structure includes at least one elastic or integral component that provides spring action/biasing to the pawl teeth which facilitates ratcheting movement.

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