POWER TOOL DUST COLLECTOR

An auxiliary handle is for use with a power tool having a housing that includes a first notch and a second notch. The auxiliary handle includes a shaft, a first clamp coupled to the shaft and having a first protrusion configured to engage the first notch, and a second clamp arranged on the shaft and having a second protrusion configured to engage the second notch. When the first protrusion of the first clamp engages the first notch, the second clamp is movable along the shaft between a first position, in which the second protrusion engages the second notch, and a second position, in which the second protrusion is disengaged from the second notch. The auxiliary handle also includes a grip coupled to the shaft. When the grip is rotated relative to the second clamp, the second clamp is moved from the second position toward the first position.

Workpiece guard and blade guard for band saw

A hand-held band saw has a handle for grasping the band saw, a motor, a drive wheel driven by the motor, a driven wheel and a continuous blade disposed about the drive wheel and the driven wheel. A portion of the continuous blade is positioned in a cut zone to perform a cutting operation. A workpiece guard is spaced from the portion of the continuous blade and positioned between the portion of the continuous blade and the handle for limiting movement of the workpiece after the cutting operation.

RECIPROCATING POWER TOOL HAVING A COUNTERBALANCE DEVICE

A reciprocating power tool that includes a drive system having a first driven gear that includes a spindle counterbalance weight and a second driven gear that includes a spindle counterbalance weight. The first driven gear and the second driven gear rotate in opposite directions about an axis of rotation in response to rotation of a driving gear by a motor. The power tool further includes a spindle having a longitudinal axis and a first end that is configured to support a tool element. The spindle is coupled to one of the first driven gear and the second driven gear by a scotch yoke mechanism to reciprocate the spindle with respect to a housing of the power tool along the longitudinal axis of the spindle in response to operation of the motor.

Power tool dust collector

A power tool assembly includes a hand-held power tool, a dust collector removably coupled to the power tool, and first and second power tool battery packs each of which is interchangeably coupled with the power tool and the dust collector for separately powering the power tool and the dust collector, respectively.

DOWNDRAFT VENTILATION SYSTEMS AND METHODS

A downdraft ventilation system includes a vertically movable chimney with two ventilation inlets and a baffle arranged within the chimney between the inlets. The combination of upper and lower ventilation inlets and internal baffle can function to increase the amount of cooking emission captured and exhausted by the downdraft system. 1. A downdraft ventilation system comprising:a moveable chimney comprising an upper vent and a lower vent, the chimney defining a flow path into and through which cooking emissions emanating from a cooking appliance adjacent to the chimney can flow; andat least one baffle arranged within the chimney between the upper and lower vent.2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one baffle comprises an elongated plate arranged laterally within and extending at least partially across a width of the chimney claim 1 , the plate comprising a curved middle section connected to upper and lower sections.3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the plate defines a convergent claim 2 , a throat claim 2 , and a divergent flow path section within the chimney.4. The system of claim 3 , wherein an angle between the upper section of the baffle and an inner wall of the chimney is in a range from and including 30 degrees to and including 40 degrees.5. The system of claim 3 , wherein an angle between the upper section of the baffle and an inner wall of the chimney is approximately equal to 33 degrees.6. The system of claim 3 , wherein an angle between the lower section of the baffle and the inner wall of the chimney is in a range from and including 5 degrees to and including 15 degrees.7. The system of claim 3 , wherein an angle between the lower section of the baffle and the inner wall of the chimney is approximately equal to 11 degrees.8. The system of claim 3 , wherein the baffle extends from the inner wall of the chimney by a distance in a range from and including 25% to and including 75% of a total depth of the chimney.9. The system of claim 1 , wherein ...

WORKPIECE GUARD AND BLADE GUARD FOR BAND SAW

A hand-held band saw having a deck defining a front and a rear, and an opening in the front defining a cut zone. The band saw also includes a first wheel supported by a first deck portion, a second wheel supported by a second deck portion, a motor operably coupled to the first wheel, a single handle providing a single grip for a user to hold the band saw with only one hand, and a continuous blade having a cutting edge. The continuous blade includes a first portion positioned in the cut zone for performing a cutting operation and a second portion positioned outside of the cut zone. A blade guard is positioned proximate the cutting edge of the second portion of the continuous blade to substantially provide a barrier between the cutting edge and an exterior of the band saw.

Workpiece guard and blade guard for band saw

A hand-held band saw has a handle for grasping the band saw, a motor, a drive wheel driven by the motor, a driven wheel and a continuous blade disposed about the drive wheel and the driven wheel. A portion of the continuous blade is positioned in a cut zone to perform a cutting operation. A workpiece guard is spaced from the continuous blade and positioned generally between the cut zone and the handle for limiting movement of the workpiece after the cutting operation.

POWER TOOL DUST COLLECTOR

A power tool assembly includes a hand-held power tool, a dust collector removably coupled to the power tool, and first and second power tool battery packs each of which is interchangeably coupled with the power tool and the dust collector for separately powering the power tool and the dust collector, respectively.

PRECISION TORQUE TOOL

A power tool includes a housing, a motor supported in the housing, a transmission operably coupled to the motor, an output shaft rotatable about a central axis, a clutch mechanism including a resilient member, and a clutch mechanism adjustment assembly having a first ring rotatable about the central axis. The first ring includes a cam surface spaced from the central axis in a radial direction. The clutch mechanism adjustment assembly also includes a second ring coaxial with the first cam ring and in facing relationship with the cam surface, and a cam member disposed between the cam surface and the second ring. In response to rotation of the first ring relative to the second ring, the cam member engages the cam surface to displace the first ring relative to the second ring and compress the resilient member to increase the amount of torque transferred to the output shaft.

Auxiliary handle for use with a power tool

An auxiliary handle for use with a power tool includes a first clamp for engaging a housing of the power tool at a first location, and a second clamp for engaging the housing at a second location. The second clamp is movable independent from the first clamp in a first direction toward the first clamp to couple the auxiliary handle to the housing and the second clamp movable independent from the first clamp in a second direction away from the first clamp to uncouple the auxiliary handle from the housing. The auxiliary handle further includes a grip operable to move the second clamp in at least one of the first and the second directions, and together the first clamp and the second clamp surround only a portion of a chuck of the power tool.

AUXILIARY HANDLE FOR USE WITH A POWER TOOL

An auxiliary handle for use with a power tool includes a first clamp for engaging a housing of the power tool at a first location, and a second clamp for engaging the housing at a second location. The second clamp is movable independent from the first clamp in a first direction toward the first clamp to couple the auxiliary handle to the housing and the second clamp movable independent from the first clamp in a second direction away from the first clamp to uncouple the auxiliary handle from the housing. The auxiliary handle further includes a grip operable to move the second clamp in at least one of the first and the second directions, and together the first clamp and the second clamp surround only a portion of a chuck axis of the power tool. 1. An auxiliary handle for use with a power tool having a housing that defines a handle end portion and a chuck end portion , a chuck located at the chuck end portion of the housing and configured to rotate about a chuck axis , the auxiliary handle comprising:a first clamp for engaging the housing at a first location;a second clamp for engaging the housing at a second location, the second clamp movable independent from the first clamp in a first direction toward the first clamp to couple the auxiliary handle to the housing and the second clamp movable independent from the first clamp in a second direction away from the first clamp to uncouple the auxiliary handle from the housing; anda grip operable to move the second clamp in at least one of the first and the second directions,wherein together the first clamp and the second clamp surround only a portion of the chuck axis.2. The auxiliary handle of claim 1 , further comprising:a rod extending from the grip; anda sleeve, wherein the rod extends through the sleeve and the sleeve is movable along the rod to move the second clamp in the first direction toward the first clamp.3. The auxiliary handle of claim 2 , wherein the rod includes an aperture formed in an end of the rod and ...

Workpiece guard and blade guard for band saw

A hand-held band saw having a deck defining a front and a rear, and an opening in the front defining a cut zone. The band saw also includes a first wheel supported by a first deck portion, a second wheel supported by a second deck portion, a motor operably coupled to the first wheel, a single handle providing a single grip for a user to hold the band saw with only one hand, and a continuous blade having a cutting edge. The continuous blade includes a first portion positioned in the cut zone for performing a cutting operation and a second portion positioned outside of the cut zone. A blade guard is positioned proximate the cutting edge of the second portion of the continuous blade to substantially provide a barrier between the cutting edge and an exterior of the band saw.

Reciprocating power tool having a counterbalance device

A reciprocating power tool that includes a drive system having a first driven gear that includes a spindle counterbalance weight and a second driven gear that includes a spindle counterbalance weight. The first driven gear and the second driven gear rotate in opposite directions about an axis of rotation in response to rotation of a driving gear by a motor. The power tool further includes a spindle having a longitudinal axis and a first end that is configured to support a tool element. The spindle is coupled to one of the first driven gear and the second driven gear by a scotch yoke mechanism to reciprocate the spindle with respect to a housing of the power tool along the longitudinal axis of the spindle in response to operation of the motor.

POWER TOOL DUST COLLECTOR

An auxiliary handle can be used with a power tool having a housing that includes a first notch and a second notch. The auxiliary handle includes a shaft, a first clamp coupled to the shaft and having a first protrusion configured to engage the first notch, a second clamp arranged on the shaft and having a second protrusion configured to engage the second notch, and a grip coupled to the shaft. When the first protrusion of the first clamp engages the first notch and the grip is rotated relative to the second clamp, the second clamp is moved toward the first clamp, such that the first protrusion engages the first notch and the second protrusion engages the second notch to couple the auxiliary handle to the housing of the power tool. 1. An auxiliary handle for use with a power tool having a housing that includes a first notch and a second notch , the auxiliary handle comprising:a shaft;a first clamp coupled to the shaft and having a first protrusion configured to engage the first notch;a second clamp arranged on the shaft and having a second protrusion configured to engage the second notch; anda grip coupled to the shaft,wherein when the first protrusion of the first clamp engages the first notch and the grip is rotated relative to the second clamp, the second clamp is moved toward the first clamp, such that the first protrusion engages the first notch and the second protrusion engages the second notch to couple the auxiliary handle to the housing of the power tool.2. The auxiliary handle of claim 1 , wherein the first clamp includes a first body portion and a first leg portion extending from the body portion claim 1 , the first leg portion including the first protrusion.3. The auxiliary handle of claim 2 , wherein the first body portion includes a first passageway through which the shaft extends.4. The auxiliary handle of claim 2 , wherein the second clamp includes a second body portion and a second leg portion extending from the body portion claim 2 , the second leg ...

Downdraft ventilation systems and methods

A downdraft ventilation system includes a vertically movable chimney with two ventilation inlets and a baffle arranged within the chimney between the inlets. The combination of upper and lower ventilation inlets and internal baffle can function to increase the amount of cooking emission captured and exhausted by the downdraft system.

RECIPROCATING POWER TOOL HAVING A COUNTERBALANCE DEVICE

A reciprocating power tool that includes a drive system having a first driven gear that includes a spindle counterbalance weight and a second driven gear that includes a spindle counterbalance weight. The first driven gear and the second driven gear rotate in opposite directions about an axis of rotation in response to rotation of a driving gear by a motor. The power tool further includes a spindle having a longitudinal axis and a first end that is configured to support a tool element. The spindle is coupled to one of the first driven gear and the second driven gear by a scotch yoke mechanism to reciprocate the spindle with respect to a housing of the power tool along the longitudinal axis of the spindle in response to operation of the motor. 1. A reciprocating saw comprising:a housing;a handle configured for a user, the handle having a longitudinal axis defining a first axis of the saw;a switch adjacent the handle and operable by the user when the user grips the handle;a motor supported by the housing and having an output shaft, the motor operable to rotate the output shaft about a longitudinal axis of the output shaft that defines a second axis of the saw, the output shaft configured to rotate in response to operation of the switch by the user; a driving gear coupled to the output shaft for rotation with the output shaft,', 'a driven gear having a spindle counterbalance weight, the driven gear coupled to the driving gear such that the driven gear is configured to rotate about an axis of rotation in a first direction in response to rotation of the driving gear by the motor;, 'a drive system coupled to the output shaft of the motor, the drive system including,'}a spindle having a first end, a second end, and a longitudinal axis that extends through the first end and the second end, the longitudinal axis of the spindle defining a third axis of the saw; anda blade clamp coupled to the first end of the spindle, the blade clamp configured to couple a saw blade to the ...

Downdraft ventilation systems and methods

A downdraft ventilation system includes a vertically movable chimney with two ventilation inlets and a baffle arranged within the chimney between the inlets. The combination of upper and lower ventilation inlets and internal baffle can function to increase the amount of cooking emission captured and exhausted by the downdraft system.

POWER TOOL DUST COLLECTOR

A power tool assembly includes a hand-held power tool, a dust collector removably coupled to the power tool, and first and second power tool battery packs each of which is interchangeably coupled with the power tool and the dust collector for separately powering the power tool and the dust collector, respectively. 1. A power tool assembly , comprising:a hand-held power tool;a dust collector removably coupled to the power tool; andfirst and second power tool battery packs each of which is interchangeably coupled with the power tool and the dust collector for separately powering the power tool and the dust collector, respectively.2. The power tool assembly of claim 1 , wherein the first and second power tool battery packs are identical.3. The power tool assembly of claim 1 , wherein the power tool and the dust collector are coupled in a side-by-side relationship.4. The power tool assembly of claim 1 , wherein each of the first and second battery packs includes three lithium-ion battery cells.5. The power tool assembly of claim 1 , wherein the power tool is a rotary power tool.6. The power tool assembly of claim 5 , wherein the rotary power tool is one of a rotary hammer and a hammer drill.7. The power tool assembly of claim 1 , wherein the dust collector includes a housing and a suction pipe coupled to the housing for telescoping movement along a first axis claim 1 , and wherein the second battery pack is removably coupled to the housing along a second axis oriented substantially normal to the first axis.8. The power tool assembly of claim 7 , wherein the power tool is a rotary power tool defining a rotational axis claim 7 , and wherein the first axis is substantially parallel with the rotational axis of the power tool.9. The power tool assembly of claim 1 , wherein the dust collector further includesa housing,a telescoping suction pipe coupled to the housing,an electric motor positioned in the housing,a suction fan driven by the electric motor and operable to ...

Keyless blade clamp for a power tool

A reciprocating tool that includes a spindle that reciprocates with respect to a housing within a cavity of the housing. The reciprocating tool includes a blade clamp mechanism actuator coupled to the housing for movement with respect the housing between first and second positions. The spindle reciprocates with respect to the blade clamp mechanism actuator. A blade clamp mechanism is coupled to the spindle for reciprocating movement therewith, and the blade clamp mechanism is configured to attach the saw blade to the spindle. The blade clamp mechanism includes a collar mounted on the end of the spindle, and the collar is rotatable about the longitudinal axis of the spindle between an engaged position and a disengaged position in response to movement of the blade clamp mechanism actuator between the first position and the second position.

LATCH MECHANISM FOR A VEHICLE

A latch mechanism for a vehicle includes a mounting bracket defining a slot configured to receive a striker of the vehicle. The latch mechanism also includes a catch pivotally coupled to the mounting bracket. The catch is pivotable between a first position in which the catch allows removal of the striker from the slot, a second position in which the catch secures the striker within the slot, and a third position in which the catch pivots past the second position. The latch mechanism further includes a dampener element operable to slow movement of the catch as the catch pivots from the second position to the third position. 1. A latch mechanism for a vehicle , the latch mechanism comprising:a mounting bracket defining a slot configured to receive a striker of the vehicle;a catch pivotally coupled to the mounting bracket, the catch pivotable between a first position in which the catch allows removal of the striker from the slot, a second position in which the catch secures the striker within the slot, and a third position in which the catch pivots past the second position; anda dampener element operable to slow movement of the catch as the catch pivots from the second position to the third position.2. The latch mechanism of claim 1 , wherein the dampener element is mounted on the mounting bracket.3. The latch mechanism of claim 2 , wherein the mounting bracket includes an inner edge that defines the slot claim 2 , and wherein the dampener element extends along at least a portion of the inner edge of the mounting bracket.4. The latch mechanism of claim 3 , wherein the dampener element is generally U-shaped.5. The latch mechanism of claim 1 , wherein the dampener element is deformed as the catch moves from the second position to the third position.6. The latch mechanism of claim 1 , wherein the dampener element includes a wedge surface claim 1 , and wherein the wedge surface is configured to engage the striker as the catch pivots from the second position to the third ...

POWER TOOL DUST COLLECTOR

A power tool assembly includes a hand-held power tool and a dust collector. The dust collector includes a housing removably coupled to the power tool, a telescoping suction pipe coupled to the housing, an electric motor positioned in the housing, a suction fan driven by the electric motor and operable to generate a vacuum in the suction pipe, and a dust container coupled to the housing. The dust container is positioned upstream of the suction fan. The power tool assembly further includes first and second power tool battery packs each of which is interchangeably coupled with the power tool and the dust collector for separately powering the power tool and the dust collector, respectively.

Multi-stage transmission for a power tool

A multi-stage planetary transmission includes a transmission housing and a first planetary stage at least partially positioned in a transmission housing. The first planetary stage includes a first stage ring gear, a first stage carrier, and a plurality of first stage planet gears supported by the first stage carrier. A motor output pinion is engaged with each of the first stage plant gears. The transmission further includes a second planetary stage positioned downstream of the first planetary stage to receive torque from the first planetary stage and a shift mechanism operable to move the first stage ring gear between a first position, in which the first stage ring gear is rotatably fixed relative to the transmission housing for enabling the first planetary stage, and a second position, in which the first stage ring gear is coupled for co-rotation with the first stage carrier for disabling the first planetary stage.

WORKPIECE GUARD AND BLADE GUARD FOR BAND SAW

A hand-held band saw has a handle for grasping the band saw, a motor, a drive wheel driven by the motor, a driven wheel and a continuous blade disposed about the drive wheel and the driven wheel. A portion of the continuous blade is positioned in a cut zone to perform a cutting operation. A workpiece guard is spaced from the portion of the continuous blade and positioned between the portion of the continuous blade and the handle for limiting movement of the workpiece after the cutting operation.

Power tool dust collector

A power tool assembly includes a hand-held power tool, a dust collector removably coupled to the power tool, and first and second power tool battery packs each of which is interchangeably coupled with the power tool and the dust collector for separately powering the power tool and the dust collector, respectively.

Power tool dust collector

An auxiliary handle can be used with a power tool having a housing that includes a first notch and a second notch. The auxiliary handle includes a shaft, a first clamp coupled to the shaft and having a first protrusion configured to engage the first notch, a second clamp arranged on the shaft and having a second protrusion configured to engage the second notch, and a grip coupled to the shaft. When the first protrusion of the first clamp engages the first notch and the grip is rotated relative to the second clamp, the second clamp is moved toward the first clamp, such that the first protrusion engages the first notch and the second protrusion engages the second notch to couple the auxiliary handle to the housing of the power tool.

WORKPIECE GUARD AND BLADE GUARD FOR BAND SAW

A hand-held band saw has a handle for grasping the band saw, a motor, a drive wheel driven by the motor, a driven wheel and a continuous blade disposed about the drive wheel and the driven wheel. A portion of the continuous blade is positioned in a cut zone to perform a cutting operation. A workpiece guard is spaced from the continuous blade and positioned generally between the cut zone and the handle for limiting movement of the workpiece after the cutting operation.

Precision torque tool

A power tool includes a housing, a motor supported in the housing, a transmission operably coupled to the motor, an output shaft rotatable about a central axis, a clutch mechanism including a resilient member, and a clutch mechanism adjustment assembly having a first ring rotatable about the central axis. The first ring includes a cam surface spaced from the central axis in a radial direction. The clutch mechanism adjustment assembly also includes a second ring coaxial with the first cam ring and in facing relationship with the cam surface, and a cam member disposed between the cam surface and the second ring. In response to rotation of the first ring relative to the second ring, the cam member engages the cam surface to displace the first ring relative to the second ring and compress the resilient member to increase the amount of torque transferred to the output shaft.

Power tool dust collector

An auxiliary handle is for use with a power tool having a housing that includes a first notch and a second notch. The auxiliary handle includes a shaft, a first clamp coupled to the shaft and having a first protrusion configured to engage the first notch, and a second clamp arranged on the shaft and having a second protrusion configured to engage the second notch. When the first protrusion of the first clamp engages the first notch, the second clamp is movable along the shaft between a first position, in which the second protrusion engages the second notch, and a second position, in which the second protrusion is disengaged from the second notch. The auxiliary handle also includes a grip coupled to the shaft. When the grip is rotated relative to the second clamp, the second clamp is moved from the second position toward the first position.

Power tool dust collector

A power tool assembly includes a hand-held power tool, a dust collector removably coupled to the power tool, and first and second power tool battery packs each of which is interchangeably coupled with the power tool and the dust collector for separately powering the power tool and the dust collector, respectively.

KEYLESS BLADE CLAMP FOR A POWER TOOL

A reciprocating tool that includes a spindle that reciprocates with respect to a housing within a cavity of the housing. The reciprocating tool includes a blade clamp mechanism actuator coupled to the housing for movement with respect the housing between first and second positions. The spindle reciprocates with respect to the blade clamp mechanism actuator. A blade clamp mechanism is coupled to the spindle for reciprocating movement therewith, and the blade clamp mechanism is configured to attach the saw blade to the spindle. The blade clamp mechanism includes a collar mounted on the end of the spindle, and the collar is rotatable about the longitudinal axis of the spindle between an engaged position and a disengaged position in response to movement of the blade clamp mechanism actuator between the first position and the second position.

AUXILIARY HANDLE FOR USE WITH A POWER TOOL

An auxiliary handle for use with a power tool includes a first clamp for engaging a housing of the power tool at a first location, and a second clamp for engaging the housing at a second location. The second clamp is movable independent from the first clamp in a first direction toward the first clamp to couple the auxiliary handle to the housing and the second clamp movable independent from the first clamp in a second direction away from the first clamp to uncouple the auxiliary handle from the housing. The auxiliary handle further includes a grip operable to move the second clamp in at least one of the first and the second directions, and together the first clamp and the second clamp surround only a portion of a chuck of the power tool.

POWER TOOL DUST COLLECTOR

A power tool assembly includes a hand-held power tool, a dust collector removably coupled to the power tool, and first and second power tool battery packs each of which is interchangeably coupled with the power tool and the dust collector for separately powering the power tool and the dust collector, respectively. 1. A power tool assembly , comprising:a hand-held power tool; a housing,', 'a telescoping suction pipe coupled to the housing,', 'an electric motor positioned in the housing,', 'a suction fan driven by the electric motor and operable to generate a vacuum in the suction pipe,', 'a dust container coupled to the housing and positioned upstream of the suction fan, and', an extension stop adjustably coupled along the length of the suction pipe to limit an extent to which the suction pipe telescopes from the housing, or', 'a plunge depth stop adjustably coupled along the length of the suction pipe to limit an extent to which the suction pipe telescopes into the housing,, 'at least one of'}, 'wherein the suction pipe includes a rail along which the extension stop or the plunge depth stop are movable, wherein the suction pipe includes a detent plate including spaced detents along a length of the detent plate that is coupled to the rail, wherein each of the extension stop and the plunge depth stop includes a detent member that is selectively engageable with one of the detents to lock the extension stop and the plunge depth stop to the detent plate, and wherein each of the extension stop and the plunge depth stop includes an actuator, and wherein the detent member in each of the extension stop and the plunge depth stop is biased toward an engaged position with the detent plate in a released position of the actuator; and, 'a dust collector removably coupled to the power tool, the dust collector including'}first and second power tool battery packs each of which is interchangeably coupled with the power tool and the dust collector for separately powering the power tool ...

Reciprocating power tool having a counterbalance device

A reciprocating power tool that includes a drive system having a first driven gear that includes a spindle counterbalance weight and a second driven gear that includes a spindle counterbalance weight. The first driven gear and the second driven gear rotate in opposite directions about an axis of rotation in response to rotation of a driving gear by a motor. The power tool further includes a spindle having a longitudinal axis and a first end that is configured to support a tool element. The spindle is coupled to one of the first driven gear and the second driven gear by a scotch yoke mechanism to reciprocate the spindle with respect to a housing of the power tool along the longitudinal axis of the spindle in response to operation of the motor.

Workpiece guard and blade guard for band saw

A hand-held band saw for cutting a workpiece. The hand-held band saw includes a deck, first and second wheels coupled to the deck for receiving a continuous blade thereabout, a motor coupled to the deck for driving at least one of the first or second wheels, and a handle providing a grip for a user to hold the band saw. The band saw also includes a blade guard having a first portion adjacent the first wheel, a second portion adjacent the second wheel, and a third portion adjoining the first and second portions. A joint couples the first, second, and third portions to the deck for simultaneous movement of the first, second, and third portions with respect to the deck.

WORKPIECE GUARD AND BLADE GUARD FOR BAND SAW

A hand-held band saw for cutting a workpiece. The hand-held band saw includes a deck, first and second wheels coupled to the deck for receiving a continuous blade thereabout, a motor coupled to the deck for driving at least one of the first or second wheels, and a handle providing a grip for a user to hold the band saw. The band saw also includes a blade guard having a first portion adjacent the first wheel, a second portion adjacent the second wheel, and a third portion adjoining the first and second portions. A joint couples the first, second, and third portions to the deck for simultaneous movement of the first, second, and third portions with respect to the deck.

IMPACT TOOL WITH ADJUSTABLE CLUTCH

An impact tool includes a housing, a motor supported in the housing, an output shaft rotatably supported in the housing about a central axis, an impact mechanism coupled between the motor and the output shaft and operable to impart a striking rotational force to the output shaft, and a clutch mechanism coupled between the impact mechanism and the output shaft. The clutch mechanism is operable in a first mode, in which torque from the motor is transferred to the output shaft through the impact mechanism, and a second mode, in which torque from the motor is diverted from the output shaft toward a portion of the impact mechanism. 1. An impact tool comprising:a housing;a motor supported in the housing;an output shaft rotatably supported in the housing about a central axis;an impact mechanism coupled between the motor and the output shaft and operable to impart a striking rotational force to the output shaft; anda clutch mechanism coupled between the impact mechanism and the output shaft;wherein the clutch mechanism is operable in a first mode, in which torque from the motor is transferred to the output shaft through the impact mechanism, and a second mode, in which torque from the motor is diverted from the output shaft toward a portion of the impact mechanism.2. The impact tool of claim 1 , wherein the impact mechanism includesan anvil rotatably supported in the housing, anda hammer coupled to the motor to receive torque from the motor and impart the striking rotational force to the anvil.3. The impact tool of claim 2 , wherein the clutch mechanism includesa first plate coupled for co-rotation with the output shaft,a second plate coupled for co-rotation with the anvil, anda plurality of engagement members between the first and second plates through which torque and the striking rotational force are transferred when the clutch mechanism is operable in the first mode.4. The impact tool of claim 3 , wherein the second plate includes a plurality of axially extending ...

Downdraft ventilation systems and methods

A downdraft ventilation system includes a vertically movable chimney with two ventilation inlets and a baffle arranged within the chimney between the inlets. The combination of upper and lower ventilation inlets and internal baffle can function to increase the amount of cooking emission captured and exhausted by the downdraft system.

Locking mechanism for a vehicle

Ein Verriegelungsmechanismus für ein Fahrzeug umfasst einen Befestigungsbügel, der einen Schlitz bestimmt, der zum Aufnehmen eines Rastzapfens des Fahrzeugs konfiguriert ist. Der Verriegelungsmechanismus umfasst ferner eine Rastklinke, die mit dem Befestigungsbügel schwenkbar verbunden ist. Die Rastklinke ist zwischen einer ersten Position, in der die Rastklinke das Entfernen des Rastzapfens aus dem Schlitz ermöglicht, einer zweiten Position, in der die Rastklinke den Rastzapfen im Schlitz sichert, und einer dritten Position schwenkbar, in der die Rastklinke an der zweiten Position vorbei schwenkt. Der Verriegelungsmechanismus umfasst ferner ein Dämpferelement, das zum Verlangsamen einer Bewegung des Rastzapfens wirksam ist, wenn der Rastzapfen von der zweiten Position zur dritten Position schwenkt. A locking mechanism for a vehicle includes a mounting bracket defining a slot configured to receive a latch of the vehicle. The locking mechanism further comprises a latch that is pivotably connected to the mounting bracket. The latch is pivotable between a first position in which the latch allows the latch to be removed from the slot, a second position in which the latch secures the latch in the slot, and a third position in which the latch passes the second position pivots. The locking mechanism further comprises a damper element which is effective for slowing down a movement of the locking pin when the locking pin pivots from the second position to the third position.

Power tool dust collector

A dust collector for use with a hand-held power tool includes a housing, a telescoping suction pipe coupled to the housing, an electric motor positioned in the housing, a suction fan driven by the electric motor and operable to generate a vacuum in the suction pipe, a dust container coupled to the housing and positioned upstream of the suction fan, and a filter supported by at least one of the housing and the dust container. The filter is removable from the one of the housing and the dust container for at least one of servicing and replacement.

Method for producing multilayer printed-circuit boards in individual, blank (small blank) or board format

The invention relates to a method for producing a multilayer printed-circuit board. In order to protect the fitting holes (2), which are provided in the core layer (1), against mechanical damage during construction of the multilayer printed-circuit board, an elastic plug (15) is inserted into each fitting hole (2) during the compression, which plug (15) covers the edge of the fitting hole (2). The fitting holes (2) which are protected in this manner can, possibly after reinforcement by means of a temperature-resistant potting compound and any additional shims, be used as an exact reference point for drilling of the printed-circuit board and for application of the further conductor pattern. <IMAGE>

Hand-held band saw with workpiece guard

Impact tool with adjustable clutch

An impact tool includes a housing, a motor supported in the housing, an output shaft rotatably supported in the housing about a central axis, an impact mechanism coupled between the motor and the output shaft and operable to impart a striking rotational force to the output shaft, and a clutch mechanism coupled between the impact mechanism and the output shaft. The clutch mechanism is operable in a first mode, in which torque from the motor is transferred to the output shaft through the impact mechanism, and a second mode, in which torque from the motor is diverted from the output shaft toward a portion of the impact mechanism.