Axially loaded drive tool
US6296064A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 6, 2000 |
| Grant date | Oct 2, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 6, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC E)Fixed Constructions
- CPC primaryE04D2015/047
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A drive tool having a top portion which is engageable with a drive source and a lower portion engageable with a fastener. The drive tool includes an axial load assist mechanism configured to urge the lower portion and upper portion of the tool away from each other (i.e. relative movement) such that a generally axial force is applied to the fastener engaged with the lower portion of the tool. As a result, the amount of upper body axial force an operator must apply to the drive tool to install the fastener is reduced.
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