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Multi-speed power tool transmission

US6431289B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateSep 26, 2001
Grant dateAug 13, 2002
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Expiry dateSep 26, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC F)Mechanical Engineering; Lighting; Heating
  • CPC primaryF16H2200/201
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A multi-speed transmission assembly for a rotary power tool. The transmission assembly includes a plurality of transmission stages, with at least two of the transmission stages employing a movable reduction element that permits the transmission stage to be operated in an active mode and an inactive mode. The movable reduction elements are coupled to a switching mechanism that switches the reduction elements in a predetermined manner to provide at least three-gear reduction or speed ratios.

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