Abstract: A handheld blower including a housing, an air duct defining a duct axis, the air duct including an air inlet and an air outlet opposite the air inlet, and a handle. The handle at least partially defining a battery receiving cavity configured to receive at least a portion of a battery pack therein, where the handle defines a grip axis, and where the grip axis is parallel to the duct axis.

Abstract: A portable lighting system includes a housing with a lower surface, walls extending from the lower surface, and a cavity defined by the lower surface and the walls. The cavity is divided into a first space and a second space. A light body is coupled to the housing for movement between a first position, in which the light body encloses the first space, and a second position, in which the light body allows access to the first space. A battery is removably received in the second space.

Abstract: A handheld blower including a housing, an air duct defining a duct axis, the air duct including an air inlet and an air outlet opposite the air inlet, and a handle. The handle at least partially defining a battery receiving cavity configured to receive at least a portion of a battery pack therein, where the handle defines a grip axis, and where the grip axis is parallel to the duct axis.

Abstract: Systems and methods are provided for calculating, using an electronic processor, an average environmental brightness and determining a current pulse width modulation (“PWM”) output level provided to the light source. The method also includes determining, using the electronic processor, a target illumination level and a PWM adjustment rate. The PWM adjustment rate is based at least partially on the calculated average environmental brightness. The method also includes adjusting, using the electronic processor, the current PWM output level at the determined PWM adjustment rate to reach the target illumination level, and transmitting the adjusted PWM output level to the light source. The target illumination level is determined as a function of the current PWM output level and an output mode of the light source.

Abstract: The handheld vacuum cleaner (10) includes a housing (22), a handle (42), a suction opening (90), and a debris separator (14). The debris separator (14) includes a generally horizontal cyclone (66). An airflow rotate about a cyclone axis (70) to separate debris from the airflow. The cyclone axis (70) being generally perpendicular to an inlet axis (222). A suction source (170) is operable to generate the airflow. The suction source (170) including a suction source axis (186), a motor (178), and a fan (182) rotated by the motor (178) about the suction source axis (186). The suction source axis (186) is positioned at an obtuse angle relative to the inlet axis (222) and perpendicular to the cyclone axis (70). A debris collector (18) is in fluid communication with the debris outlet (126). The debris collector (18) is configured to receive the debris separated from the airflow. The debris collector (18) extends below the suction source (170).

Abstract: A power tool having a power tool housing, a motor, a tool moved relative to the housing by the motor, a fan rotated by the motor such that a fluid flow with debris generated by tool is moved into the fluid inlet by the fan and through the discharge outlet, and a filter that is removably attached to the power tool housing. The power tool housing includes a fluid inlet and a discharge outlet. The filter includes a filter media for separating the debris from the flow of fluid. The filter media defines a collection container for storing the debris. The filter also includes an opening through which the flow of fluid with the debris enters the collection container, and a valve that is moveable between a closed position, in which the opening is closed, and an open position, in which the opening is open. The valve includes a duckbill check valve.

Abstract: A power tool includes a power tool housing including a fluid inlet and a discharge outlet. A motor is supported by the power tool housing. A tool is configured to be moved relative to the housing by the motor. A fan is configured to be rotated by the motor, such that a fluid flow with debris generated by movement of the tool is drawn into the fluid inlet and through the discharge outlet. A filter is removably attached to the power tool housing. The filter includes a filter media configured to separate the debris from the flow of fluid. The filter media includes a collection container configured to store the debris. The filter also includes an opening in the filter media through which the flow of fluid with the debris enters the collection container, and a valve that is moveable between a closed position and an open position.

Abstract: A portable vacuum cleaner comprises a housing including a storage space and a lid coupled to the housing. The lid is moveable between an open position, in which access to the storage space is provided, and a closed position, in which access to the storage space is blocked. The vacuum cleaner further comprises a handle coupled to the housing, a suction source supported in the housing, a debris collection chamber in fluid communication with the suction source, and a first battery receptacle on the housing. The first battery receptacle is configured to selectively receive a first battery pack that is configured to provide power to the suction source. The vacuum cleaner further comprises a hose port on the housing and in fluid communication with the suction source.

Abstract: A handheld blower including a housing, an air duct defining a duct axis, the air duct including an air inlet and an air outlet opposite the air inlet, and a handle. The handle at least partially defining a battery receiving cavity configured to receive at least a portion of a battery pack therein, where the handle defines a grip axis, and where the grip axis is parallel to the duct axis.

Abstract: A portable lighting system includes a housing with a lower surface, walls extending from the lower surface, and a cavity defined by the lower surface and the walls. The cavity is divided into a first space and a second space. A light body is coupled to the housing for movement between a first position, in which the light body encloses the first space, and a second position, in which the light body allows access to the first space. A battery is removably received in the second space.

Abstract: A portable air compressor includes a frame, a compressor unit coupled to the frame, and an air tank for storing compressed air generated by the compressor unit. The air tank is coupled to the frame. A battery compartment coupled to the frame. The battery compartment defines an opening and a battery receptacle within the opening. The portable air compressor also includes a battery pack selectively electrically connectable to the battery receptacle, an outlet port protruding from the battery compartment, a tank gauge on the battery compartment, a pressure regulator between the air tank and the outlet port for regulating the pressure of air supplied from the outlet port, an actuator on the battery compartment for adjusting the regulated pressure of air supplied from the outlet port, and a switch on the battery compartment for turning the compressor unit on and off.

Abstract: A portable air compressor includes a frame, a compressor unit coupled to the frame, and an air tank for storing compressed air generated by the compressor unit. The air tank is coupled to the frame. A battery compartment coupled to the frame. The battery compartment defines an opening and a battery receptacle within the opening. The portable air compressor also includes a battery pack selectively electrically connectable to the battery receptacle, an outlet port protruding from the battery compartment, a tank gauge on the battery compartment, a pressure regulator between the air tank and the outlet port for regulating the pressure of air supplied from the outlet port, an actuator on the battery compartment for adjusting the regulated pressure of air supplied from the outlet port, and a switch on the battery compartment for turning the compressor unit on and off.

Abstract: A portable light includes a body having a first end and a second end. The body defines a longitudinal axis extending through the first end and the second end, and is configured to receive a battery. The portable light also includes a light head pivotably coupled to the first end of the body, a first light source supported by the light head, and a second light source supported by the light head. The first light source includes a spot light emitting diode configured to emit light in a direction substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis, and the second light source includes a flood light emitting diode configured to emit light in the direction substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis. The portable light further includes an actuator supported by the body and operable to selectively turn on the first light source and the second light source.

Abstract: The handheld vacuum cleaner (10) includes a housing (22), a handle (42), a suction opening (90), and a debris separator (14). The debris separator (14) includes a generally horizontal cyclone (66). An airflow rotate about a cyclone axis (70) to separate debris from the airflow. The cyclone axis (70) being generally perpendicular to an inlet axis (222). A suction source (170) is operable to generate the airflow. The suction source (170) including a suction source axis (186), a motor (178), and a fan (182) rotated by the motor (178) about the suction source axis (186). The suction source axis (186) is positioned at an obtuse angle relative to the inlet axis (222) and perpendicular to the cyclone axis (70). A debris collector (18) is in fluid communication with the debris outlet (126). The debris collector (18) is configured to receive the debris separated from the airflow. The debris collector (18) extends below the suction source (170).

Abstract: A power tool includes a power tool housing including a fluid inlet and a discharge outlet. A motor is supported by the power tool housing. A tool is configured to be moved relative to the housing by the motor. A fan is configured to be rotated by the motor, such that a fluid flow with debris generated by movement of the tool is drawn into the fluid inlet and through the discharge outlet. A filter is removably attached to the power tool housing. The filter includes a filter media configured to separate the debris from the flow of fluid. The filter media includes a collection container configured to store the debris. The filter also includes an opening in the filter media through which the flow of fluid with the debris enters the collection container, and a valve that is moveable between a closed position and an open position.

Abstract: A portable air compressor includes a frame, a compressor unit coupled to the frame, and an air tank for storing compressed air generated by the compressor unit. The air tank is coupled to the frame. A battery compartment coupled to the frame. The battery compartment defines an opening and a battery receptacle within the opening. The portable air compressor also includes a battery pack selectively electrically connectable to the battery receptacle, an outlet port protruding from the battery compartment, a tank gauge on the battery compartment, a pressure regulator between the air tank and the outlet port for regulating the pressure of air supplied from the outlet port, an actuator on the battery compartment for adjusting the regulated pressure of air supplied from the outlet port, and a switch on the battery compartment for turning the compressor unit on and off.