Multi-tasking utility tool
US6874188B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 12, 2002 |
| Grant date | Apr 5, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 12, 2022 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB26B11/008
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A utility tool comprising a body having a first end and a second end positioned on opposite ends of the body; a removable blade cartridge positioned within the body, wherein a knife blade within the removable blade cartridge is configured to slidably extend out from the first end; as well as a first tool and a second tool configured to be selectively coupled to each other or one of either the first end and second end of the body. The utility tool includes a knife switch coupled to the knife blade, the knife blade moves from the retracted position to the extended position only when the blade cartridge is engaged within the body. The utility tool having a spring mechanism for biasing the knife blade to the retracted position and a leaf member for engaging and disengaging the blade cartridge from the blade cartridge bay by a snap fit.
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