Fastening tool
US8434566B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Apr 3, 2009 |
| Grant date | May 7, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 20, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB25C1/06
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A power tool for operating on a workpiece, the power tool having a housing and a motor disposed within the housing. A controller is connected to the motor and receives user inputs for turning on the motor and a power tool battery pack is connected to the controller and the motor. At least one light is connected to the controller for illuminating the workpiece. The controller can turn on the light in a predetermined pattern to alert the user to a tool condition, such as the charge level being below a predetermined level.
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