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Drive bit holder and method of manufacturing

US7331262B2 · kind B2 · utility

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18Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateAug 30, 2005
Grant dateFeb 19, 2008
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Expiry dateAug 30, 2025

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB25B13/06
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A bit holder is provided which includes a body having a cavity formed with an upper portion and a lower portion, separated by a ridge-like protuberance which has a cross sectional profile smaller than that of the upper portion and the lower portion. The ridge-like protuberance is formed on each sidewall of the cavity to form an interference fit. A method of manufacture includes the use of a punch to force material from the upper portion downwards towards the lower portion of the cavity to form the ridge-like protuberance.

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