Hand-held tool containing a removably attachable object sensor
AssigneeOne World Technologies Limited
InventorsJeffrey M. Dils, Kenneth M. Brazell
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Abstract
A hand-held power tool having a housing and a removably attachable portion. The removably attachable portion, which comprises an object sensor to detect studs hidden behind walls, electrical lines, and other materials, is readily accessible to tradesmen. A level may also be included on the removably attachable portion.
Claims25
A hand-held power tool comprising:
- a housing including a drive mechanism and motor provided with a rotary output shaft aligned along a tool axis and a handle portion aligned along a handle axis, the handle portion having a power activator switch mounted thereon;
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- a removably attachable portion releasably attachable to the housing of the hand-held power tool, the removable attachable portion comprising an object sensor.
A portable hand-held power tool comprising:
- a housing including a drive mechanism and motor provided with a rotary output shaft aligned along a tool axis and a handle portion aligned along a handle axis, the handle portion having a power activator switch mounted thereon;
- a battery attached to the housing and in electrical connection with the motor for providing electrical power to the drive motor;
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- a removably attachable portion releasably attachable to the battery, the removably attachable portion having an object sensor.
A hand-held power tool comprising a housing, a drive mechanism contained within the housing, and a removably attachable portion removably attachable to the housing wherein the removably attachable portion comprises an object sensor.
Dependencies are inferred from the claim text.