Oscillating power tool
US12186880B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 10, 2021 |
| Grant date | Jan 7, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 10, 2041 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25F5/006
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
An oscillating power tool includes an outer housing, and an inner housing positioned within the outer housing. A motor and a drive mechanism are supported by the inner housing. The drive mechanism includes an output shaft that is rotational in an oscillating manner and that defines an output axis. A damping element is positioned between the inner housing and the outer housing through which the inner housing is mounted to the outer housing, thereby attenuating vibration transmitted to the outer housing from the inner housing. An over-travel limit member is positioned between the inner housing and the outer housing. In response to relative movement between the inner housing and the outer housing while the power tool is in use, the limit member is configured to prevent direct contact between the inner housing and the outer housing, inhibiting vibration produced by the motor and/or drive mechanism from bypassing the damping element.
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