Tool chuck with sleeve and clutch mechanism to remove operator variability
US8038156B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 8, 2009 |
| Grant date | Oct 18, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 8, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T408/73
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A tool chuck may include a chuck body defining a longitudinal axis. A sleeve may be mounted on the chuck body for movement between a first axial position and a second axial position. A clutch part provided on the sleeve. The clutch part may engage with a cooperating clutch part when the sleeve is in the second axial position. The clutch part may have a working surface that faces in a direction perpendicular to the longitudinal axis.
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