Self-securing tool handle
US6405619B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 23, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jun 18, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 23, 2021 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25G3/18
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A self-securing handle for a tool having a longitudinally extending main body portion, is provided. The handle includes an elongate body having a first end and a longitudinally opposed second end, and a central cavity extending from the first end to the second end thereof. The handle further includes a securing mechanism positioned within the central cavity proximate the second end of the handle. The handle receives the tool main body portion within the central cavity, and the securing mechanism mates with a receiving structure on the tool main body portion to secure the handle to the tool main body portion.
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