Abstract: Electrically powered devices are provided that are generally capable of automatically adjusting an operating speed of a tool removably connected to the device. The device includes circuitry that evaluates tool wear for the tool removably connected to the device, produces a tool wear signal based on the tool wear, and adjusts the operating speed of the tool based on the tool wear signal. The device may further be capable of automatically setting the initial operating speed of the particular tool removably connected to the device by identifying the particular tool and setting the initial operating speed which may later be adjusted to account for tool wear.

Abstract: The present invention provides electrical devices that derive power from an incoming power source to produce output power to drive the device. The device includes circuitry or other means for determining at least one characteristic of the incoming power source, and for adjusting the output power used to drive the device based on the characteristic or characteristics of the incoming power source. The present invention thereby is able to operate at a reduced or lower output power in instance where the characteristics of the power source, e.g., the voltage and/or frequency, warrant.