Powder actuated tool safety guard retention
US4446999A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 18, 1981 |
| Grant date | May 8, 1984 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 18, 2001 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25C1/188
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tool for driving nails into hard surfaces wherein the driving power is provided by cartridges of explosive powder. A safety guard on the front end of the tool is retained on the barrel of the tool by a threaded nut. A retention member is provided for preventing the nut from loosening during operation of the tool, yet which allows the nut to be removed when desired for disassembly of the tool.
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