Patents by Inventor Don Forsyth

Don Forsyth has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 5916340
    Abstract: A magnetic socket wrench connector tip comprises a male connector tip for inserting into the female end of a socket. A magnet is partially embedded in the front face of the tip. The magnet projects far enough from the front face so that, when the tip is attached to a socket and a fastener is positioned in the socket, the magnet is in contact with the fastener to retain it within the socket. In a second embodiment, the tip is longer than a standard tip to enclose the magnet, which is seated flush with the front face of the tip. In a third embodiment, a tube is attached to the front face of the tip. A magnet is slidably positioned within the tube, and partially projecting from its front end. A spring is positioned within the tube and behind the magnet for absorbing shock when a fastener is pushed against the magnet. The magnetic socket wrench connector tip may be provided on any socket wrench tool with a connector tip, including ratcheting handles and extension bars.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 8, 1998
    Date of Patent: June 29, 1999
    Inventor: Don Forsyth