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Torsion control hammer grip

US8499665B2 · kind B2 · utility

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27Claims
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Filing dateAug 30, 2006
Grant dateAug 6, 2013
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Expiry dateSep 26, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB25D2250/231
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A manually operable impact tool is provided that includes an elongated rigid handle and an impact head disposed at one longitudinal end portion of the handle structure. A cushioning grip is disposed over a second longitudinal end portion of the handle structure. The cushioning grip includes an inner layer of thermoplastic rubber having a Shore A durometer in the range of about 10 to about 40, and an outer layer of thermoplastic rubber disposed over the inner layer having a Shore A durometer in the range of about 55 to about 90.

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