Fastener tool
US8556148B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 16, 2007 |
| Grant date | Oct 15, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 14, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/53487
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A fastener tool includes a housing comprising a nosepiece and a magazine connected to the housing for storing a fastener. A driving mechanism is disposed within the housing for driving the fastener into a workpiece. A trigger assembly is pivotally attached to the housing for activating the driving mechanism. A nosepiece cover is pivotally attached to the nosepiece. A latch is pivotally attached to the nosepiece cover. A latch wire is pivotally attached to the latch for engaging at least one hook disposed on the nosepiece. The latch wire has a portion extending between the latch and the hook, the portion having at least two bends.
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