Patent · US Expired

Quick-connect mechanism

US6695321B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 15, 2001
Grant dateFeb 24, 2004
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Expiry dateMar 21, 2021

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T279/17811
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A holder having a quick-connect mechanism actuated by inserting a single- or double-ended tool bit, the tool bit engaging means to force deflection of retaining means, where the retaining means actuate means for engaging the tool bit, and released by manual operation of the retaining means, whereby the tool bit is pushed out from the holder so that the user can operate the tool bit holder using one hand only.

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