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Self-contained locking trigger assembly and systems which incorporate the assembly

US6987244B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateOct 31, 2002
Grant dateJan 17, 2006
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Expiry dateFeb 27, 2023

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB23K9/32
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A welding system having a welding implement with a self-contained trigger and trigger locking assembly. The self-contained trigger and trigger locking assembly has a trigger which, when operated, regulates the flow of current from a power source. The trigger lock of the assembly has a movable portion which includes a groove which can engage a complementary structure on the trigger to maintain the trigger in an operating position, thereby allowing continued flow of current from the power source.

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