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Fan control for combustion-powered fastener-driving tool based on firing rate

US7431185B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 16, 2007
Grant dateOct 7, 2008
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Expiry dateApr 16, 2027

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  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB25C1/08
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A combustion-powered fastener-driving tool includes a combustion-powered power source; at least one fan associated with the power source during operation; and a control system operationally associated with the power source and connected to the at least one fan for adjusting the length of time for energizing the at least one fan as a function of the number of combustion firings by the power source.

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