Tape Measure with Epicyclic Gear Drive for Tape Retraction

A tool, such as a tape measure, including a spring-based retraction system is shown. The retraction system utilizes an epicyclic gear train coupled between the tape blade winding reel and a rotating arbor or axle within the tape measure. A spiral spring has an outer end coupled to the reel and an inner end coupled to the axle. The gear train may be a reduction gear train such that the axle rotates slower than the reel. By coupling the spiral spring between the gear train input and gear train output, high energy density springs may be used, which may allow for decrease in housing size, increase in tape length or thickness for a given housing size, and/or advantageous retraction speed control. 1. A tape measure comprising:a housing;an axle rotatably mounted within the housing;a tape reel rotatably mounted within the housing around the axle, the tape reel comprising a radially inward-facing surface defining an interior reel cavity and a radially outward-facing surface;an elongate tape blade wound around the radially outward-facing surface of the tape reel;a hook coupled to an outer end of the elongate tape blade;a retraction system configured to drive rewinding of the elongate tape blade on the tape reel; anda gear train coupled between the tape reel and the axle such that each full rotation of the tape reel results in less than a full rotation of the axle during extension and rewinding of the elongate tape blade;wherein, during extension and rewinding of the elongate tape blade, both the axle and the tape reel rotate within the housing.2. The tape measure of claim 1 , wherein the retraction system comprises a spiral spring located at least partially within the interior reel cavity and at least partially surrounded by the elongate tape blade in a radial direction claim 1 , the spiral spring is coupled between the tape reel and the axle such that when the elongate tape blade is unwound from the tape reel to extend from the housing claim 1 , the spiral spring stores ...

Tape Measure with Protective Bumper

A tape measure including an elongate tape blade is shown. The tape measure includes a protective bumper that extends below the tape opening. The bumper is shaped to allow the tape hook to pivot during drop or impact to reduce the impact force experienced by the tape hook.

Hammer

A tool, such as a hammer, including a surface to strike objects, such as nails, and a mechanism to facilitate the removal of objects, such as staples that have been inserted into wood. In one embodiment the mechanism includes a recess in the hammerhead body and a projection that extends above the recess. 1. A hammer , staple-puller combination tool comprising:a handle including a gripping portion;a body rigidly coupled to the handle;a striking surface at a first end of the body;a rear surface at a second end of the body opposite the first end;an upper surface of the body facing away from the gripping portion;a recess between the upper surface and the rear surface; anda projection extending from the upper surface towards the rear surface above the recess, the projection having a width dimension and a length dimension and the recess having a length dimension and a depth dimension, wherein the width and the length dimensions of the projection and the length and depth dimensions of the recess are configured to engage a staple.2. The hammer claim 1 , staple-puller combination tool of claim 1 , the recess comprising an upper surface that extends from the upper surface of the body claim 1 , a lower surface that extends from the rear surface of the body claim 1 , and a curved end surface that extends between the upper surface of the recess and the lower surface of the recess.3. The hammer claim 2 , staple-puller combination tool of claim 2 , wherein the upper surface of the recess extends away from the upper surface of the body at an angle between 50 degrees and 80 degrees.4. The hammer claim 2 , staple-puller combination tool of claim 2 , wherein the lower surface of the recess extends away from the rear surface of the body at an angle between 70 degrees and 110 degrees.5. The hammer claim 1 , staple-puller combination tool of claim 1 , wherein the projection extends a first distance away from the striking surface claim 1 , and wherein the rear surface is a second distance ...

Conduit Reamer

A conduit reamer with a lanyard receiver, inner and/or outer cutting blades is provided. The lanyard receiver is located along an axis of the handle near the tool's center of gravity. For example, the lanyard receiver is located between the handle and a bit retainer near the center of gravity. In this orientation, the lanyard receiver prevents tipping of the conduit reamer and retains the bit within the bit retainer when the conduit reamer is dropped. The inner and outer cutting blades include an acute angle that is between 45 and 90 degrees to deburr an end of a conduit. 1. A conduit reamer , comprising:a handle extending along a longitudinal axis;a bit retainer coupled to the handle; and an inner cutting blade;', 'an outer cutting blade defining an acute angle with respect to the inner cutting blade, wherein the acute angle is greater than 50 degrees; and', 'a recess between the inner cutting blade and the outer cutting blade, the inner cutting blade extending radially inwards from the recess with respect to the longitudinal axis and the outer cutting blade extending radially outwards from the recess with respect to the longitudinal axis., 'a first bit coupled to the bit retainer, the first bit comprising2. The conduit reamer of claim 1 , the first bit comprises a first notch that includes the inner cutting blade and the outer cutting blade claim 1 , the first bit comprises a second notch and a third notch that each comprise an inner cutting blade and an outer cutting blade claim 1 , wherein each of the first claim 1 , second and third notches define distinct radii from each other with respect to the longitudinal axis.3. The conduit reamer of claim 1 , wherein the acute angle is between 60 degrees and 70 degrees.4. The conduit reamer of claim 1 , further comprising a second bit that comprises a second inner cutting blade and a second outer cutting blade claim 1 , wherein the first bit and second bit are circumferentially spaced around the bit retainer with respect ...

Tape measure with epicyclic gear drive for tape retraction

A tool, such as a tape measure, including a spring-based retraction system is shown. The retraction system utilizes an epicyclic gear train coupled between the tape blade winding reel and a rotating arbor or axle within the tape measure. A spiral spring has an outer end coupled to the reel and an inner end coupled to the axle. The gear train may be a reduction gear train such that the axle rotates slower than the reel. By coupling the spiral spring between the gear train input and gear train output, high energy density springs may be used, which may allow for decrease in housing size, increase in tape length or thickness for a given housing size, and/or advantageous retraction speed control.

Tape Measure with Epicyclic Gear Drive for Tape Retraction

A tool, such as a tape measure, including a spring-based retraction system is shown. The retraction system utilizes an epicyclic gear train coupled between the tape blade winding reel and a rotating arbor or axle within the tape measure. A spiral spring has an outer end coupled to the reel and an inner end coupled to the axle. The gear train may be a reduction gear train such that the axle rotates slower than the reel. By coupling the spiral spring between the gear train input and gear train output, high energy density springs may be used, which may allow for decrease in housing size, increase in tape length or thickness for a given housing size, and/or advantageous retraction speed control.

Spark Plug Socket

A tool for engaging a spark plug is provided. The tool includes a socket with an interior sidewall that forms at least a portion of a socket chamber. An insert may be positioned within the socket chamber. The insert has at least a rigid first component and a compliant second component configured to nest within the rigid first component.

Tape measure with protective bumper

Socket holder

Various socket holder designs are shown. The socket holder includes a body portion formed from a first material and a collar portion formed from a second material. The collar includes a base portion with an outer surface positioned to engage with an inner surface of a socket, keeping the socket positioned on the socket holder.

Tape measure with epicyclic gear drive for tape retraction

A tool, such as a tape measure, including a spring-based retraction system is shown. The retraction system utilizes an epicyclic gear train coupled between the tape blade winding reel and a rotating arbor or axle within the tape measure. A spiral spring has an outer end coupled to the reel and an inner end coupled to the axle. The gear train may be a reduction gear train such that the axle rotates slower than the reel. By coupling the spiral spring between the gear train input and gear train output, high energy density springs may be used, which may allow for decrease in housing size, increase in tape length or thickness for a given housing size, and/or advantageous retraction speed control.

Tool with Pivoting Portion and Locking Mechanism

A tool with a pivoting head is shown. The tool includes a locking mechanism that allows the angular position of the head to be locked securely in place once selected by a user. In a specific embodiment, the locking mechanism includes a locking channel positioned in a generally parallel orientation to the axis of rotation of the pivoting head. In a specific embodiment, the locking mechanism includes a biasing component positioned in a generally parallel orientation to the axis of rotation of the pivoting head. The locking mechanism may be used with a variety of tools, such as ratchet wrenches, that allow for repositioning of the head relative to the handle of the tool.

Hammer

Wrench

Hammer

A tool, such as a hammer, including a surface to strike objects, such as nails, and a mechanism to facilitate the removal of objects, such as staples that have been inserted into wood. In one embodiment the mechanism includes a recess in the hammerhead body and a projection that extends above the recess.

Socket Holder

Various socket holder designs are shown. The socket holder includes a body portion formed from a first material and a collar portion formed from a second material. The collar includes a base portion with an outer surface positioned to engage with an inner surface of a socket, keeping the socket positioned on the socket holder.

Tape measure with epicyclic gear drive for tape retraction

A tool, such as a tape measure, including a spring-based retraction system is shown. The retraction system utilizes an epicyclic gear train coupled between the tape blade winding reel and a rotating arbor or axle within the tape measure. A spiral spring has an outer end coupled to the reel and an inner end coupled to the axle. The gear train may be a reduction gear train such that the axle rotates slower than the reel. By coupling the spiral spring between the gear train input and gear train output, high energy density springs may be used, which may allow for decrease in housing size, increase in tape length or thickness for a given housing size, and/or advantageous retraction speed control.

テープの格納のための遊星ギア駆動を用いる巻尺

【課題】遊星ギア駆動を用いる巻尺を提供する。【解決手段】ばねベースの格納システムを有する、巻尺などのツールが示される。格納システムが、巻尺内のテープブレード１８の巻き付くリール２０と回転式アーバまたはアクスル２４との間に結合される遊星ギアトレイン５０を利用する。渦巻きばね２６が、リールに結合される外側端部と、アクスルに結合される内側端部とを有する。ギアトレインが減速ギアトレインであってよく、その結果、アクスルがリールより低速で回転する。ギアトレインの入力側とギアトレインの出力側との間に渦巻きばねを結合することにより、高エネルギー密度のばねが使用され得、それにより、ハウジング１２のサイズを縮小すること、所与のハウジングのサイズにおいてテープの長さまたは厚さを増大させること、および／あるいは格納速度を有利に制御することを可能にすることができる。【選択図】図３

Tape measure with epicyclic gear drive for tape retraction

Socket holder

Various socket holder designs are shown. The socket holder includes a body portion formed from a first material and a collar portion formed from a second material. The collar includes a base portion with an outer surface positioned to engage with an inner surface of a socket, keeping the socket positioned on the socket holder.

Hammer

A tool, such as a hammer, including a surface to strike objects, such as nails, and a mechanism to facilitate the removal of objects, such as staples that have been inserted into wood. In one embodiment the mechanism includes a recess in the hammerhead body and a projection that extends above the recess.

Tape Measure with Protective Bumper

A tape measure including an elongate tape blade is shown. The tape measure includes a protective bumper that extends below the tape opening. The bumper is shaped to allow the tape hook to pivot during drop or impact to reduce the impact force experienced by the tape hook.

Tool with pivoting portion and locking mechanism

A tool with a pivoting head is shown. The tool includes a locking mechanism that allows the angular position of the head to be locked securely in place once selected by a user. The locking mechanism may be used with a variety of tools, such as ratchet wrenches, that allow for repositioning of the head relative to the handle of the tool.

Tool with pivoting portion and locking mechanism

A tool with a pivoting head is shown. The tool includes a locking mechanism that allows the angular position of the head to be locked securely in place once selected by a user. In a specific embodiment, the locking mechanism includes a locking channel positioned in a generally parallel orientation to the axis of rotation of the pivoting head. In a specific embodiment, the locking mechanism includes a biasing component positioned in a generally parallel orientation to the axis of rotation of the pivoting head. The locking mechanism may be used with a variety of tools, such as ratchet wrenches, that allow for repositioning of the head relative to the handle of the tool.

Tool with pivoting portion and locking mechanism

A tool with a pivoting head is shown. The tool includes a locking mechanism that allows the angular position of the head to be locked securely in place once selected by a user. The locking mechanism may be used with a variety of tools, such as ratchet wrenches, that allow for repositioning of the head relative to the handle of the tool.

Tool with Gearless Ratchet Mechanism

Various designs for a gearless ratchet mechanism and tools incorporating the gearless ratchet mechanism are described. One embodiment relates to a gearless ratchet with a design for improved performance including low or zero swing angle and/or decreased part wear. Another embodiment relates to a gearless ratchet with features designed to maximize life and strength of the tool.

Hammer

A tool, such as a hammer, including a surface to strike objects, such as nails, and a mechanism to facilitate the removal of objects, such as staples that have been inserted into wood. In one embodiment the mechanism includes a recess in the hammerhead body and a projection that extends above the recess.

Socket holder

Tool with gearless ratchet mechanism

Various designs for a gearless ratchet mechanism and tools incorporating the gearless ratchet mechanism are described. One embodiment relates to a gearless ratchet with a design for improved performance including low or zero swing angle and/or decreased part wear. Another embodiment relates to a gearless ratchet with features designed to maximize life and strength of the tool.

Tape measure with epicyclic gear drive for tape retraction

A tool, such as a tape measure, including a spring-based retraction system is shown. The retraction system utilizes an epicyclic gear train coupled between the tape blade winding reel and a rotating arbor or axle within the tape measure. A spiral spring has an outer end coupled to the reel and an inner end coupled to the axle. The gear train may be a reduction gear train such that the axle rotates slower than the reel. By coupling the spiral spring between the gear train input and gear train output, high energy density springs may be used, which may allow for decrease in housing size, increase in tape length or thickness for a given housing size, and/or advantageous retraction speed control.

Cinta metrica con impulsor de engranaje epicicloidal para retraccion de cinta.

Se muestra una herramienta, tal como una cinta métrica, que incluye un sistema de retracción basado en resorte. El sistema de retracción utiliza un tren de engranajes epicicloidal acoplado entre el carrete de enrollado de la lámina de cinta y un husillo o eje rotatorio dentro de la cinta métrica. Un resorte espiral tiene un extremo exterior acoplado al carrete y un extremo interior acoplado al eje. El tren de engranajes puede ser un tren de engranajes de reducción para que el eje rote más lento que el carrete. Al acoplar el resorte espiral entre la entrada del tren de engranajes y la salida del tren de engranajes, se puede utilizar resortes de alta densidad de energía, lo cual permite disminuir el tamaño de la carcasa, aumentar la longitud o el grosor de cinta para un tamaño de carcasa dado, y/o una velocidad de retracción controlada ventajosa.

Socket tool

Socket holder

Various socket holder designs are shown. The socket holder includes a body portion formed from a first material and a collar portion formed from a second material. The collar includes a base portion with an outer surface positioned to engage with an inner surface of a socket, keeping the socket positioned on the socket holder.

Tool with Pivoting Portion and Locking Mechanism

A tool with a pivoting head is shown. The tool includes a locking mechanism that allows the angular position of the head to be locked securely in place once selected by a user. The locking mechanism may be used with a variety of tools, such as ratchet wrenches, that allow for repositioning of the head relative to the handle of the tool.

Tape Measure with Epicyclic Gear Drive for Tape Retraction

A tool, such as a tape measure, including a spring-based retraction system is shown. The retraction system utilizes an epicyclic gear train coupled between the tape blade winding reel and a rotating arbor or axle within the tape measure. A spiral spring has an outer end coupled to the reel and an inner end coupled to the axle. The gear train may be a reduction gear train such that the axle rotates slower than the reel. By coupling the spiral spring between the gear train input and gear train output, high energy density springs may be used, which may allow for decrease in housing size, increase in tape length or thickness for a given housing size, and/or advantageous retraction speed control.

Aufbewahrungsvorrichtung für steckschlüsseleinsätze

Es werden verschiedene Aufbewahrungssysteme für Steckschlüsseleinsätze gezeigt. Das Aufbewahrungssystem für Steckschlüsseleinsätze weist eine oder mehrere Aufbewahrungsschienen, Steckschlüsseleinsatzhalter unterschiedlicher Größen und Steckschlüsseleinsatzstützen auf. Die Aufbewahrungsschiene für Steckschlüsseleinsätze weist eine Vielzahl von Schwalbenschwanzanbindungen auf, die ein gezieltes Koppeln zwischen Aufbewahrungsschienen für Steckschlüsseleinsätze gestatten. Die Steckschlüsseleinsatzhalter sind für eine zusätzliche individuelle Anpassung bezüglich der Aufbewahrungsschiene für Steckschlüsseleinsätze verstellbar.

Tool accessory and method of manufacturing same

A tool accessory includes a drive portion configured to be engaged by an output shaft of a tool. The drive portion has a first hardness. The tool accessory further includes a tip configured to engage a workpiece. The tip has a second hardness different than the first hardness. The tool accessory further includes a shank interconnecting the drive portion and the tip. The shank has a third hardness different than the first hardness and different than the second hardness. The third hardness is between the first hardness and the second hardness, and the drive portion, the shank, and the tip are formed as a unitary body from a common material.

Tape measure with epicyclic gear drive for tape retraction