Patent · US Expired

Light ring for power tools

US5473519A · kind A · utility

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6Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateMar 9, 1995
Grant dateDec 5, 1995
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Expiry dateMar 9, 2015

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S362/812
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

Disclosed is a 360 degree viewable flexible light band which may be readily disposed on a power tool which permits ready viewing of tool function in terms of required communication to the operator. Construction of the light band makes it readily installable and replaceable in a tool recess which may be covered by a clear lens to permit viewing.

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