Ratcheting tool with clutch
US12390907B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 13, 2018 |
| Grant date | Aug 19, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 23, 2040 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25F5/001
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A ratcheting tool may include a motor coupled to an output drive mechanism by a clutch assembly. A torque selector may be rotatably coupled to a housing of the tool, to provide for selection of a maximum output torque. The clutch assembly may selectively disengage the motor and the output drive mechanism, or slip, in response to detection of an output torque level, or resistance torque, that is greater than or equal to the selected maximum output torque level.
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