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Powered fastener driver

US12134173B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 14, 2020
Grant dateNov 5, 2024
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Expiry dateDec 20, 2041

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB25C1/06
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A gas spring-powered fastener driver includes a first chamber, and a movable piston positioned within the first chamber. The fastener driver also includes a driver blade attached to the piston and movable therewith between a ready position and a driven position. The fastener driver further includes a second chamber containing pressurized gas. The second chamber is in fluid communication with the first chamber via a flow passage. The fastener driver also includes a throttle mechanism configured to throttle flow of the pressurized gas through the flow passage.

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