Abstract: A handheld power tool has a monostable operating button 6 which has a stable switching position and a pressed switching position. A catch 32 which can be pivoted between a releasing position and a locking position in a pivoting direction 34 is provided, wherein the catch 32, in the locking position, stops the monostable operating button 6 in the pressed switching position. An operating knob 30 can be moved by the user in a shifting direction 31 which is perpendicular to the pivoting direction 34. The catch 32 is attached to the operating knob 30 by means of a joint 36. A slotted link 38 converts a movement of the catch 32 along the shifting direction 31 into a pivoting movement in the pivoting direction 34.

Abstract: An adapter for detachably connecting a surgical instrument to a robot arm of a robotic surgical system according to an embodiment may include: a base including a first surface to be attached to an attachment portion of the robot arm, a second surface, and a plurality of recesses formed in the first surface; an engagement member disposed in the base and movable between an advanced position where the engagement member is advanced into the plurality of recesses and a retracted position where the engagement member is retracted from inside the plurality of recesses; a biasing member which biases the engagement member in a direction from the retracted position to the advanced position; and an operating member to be operated to move the engagement member to the retracted position against a biasing force of the biasing member.

Abstract: Portable, hand held, battery operated, hydraulic tools are provided with a tool frame and one or more interchangeable working heads. When the working head is connected with the tool frame, a piston actuated by a hydraulic system within the tool frame applies force to the working head to perform a task. The tool includes a sensor for detecting the type of head connected with the tool and a mechanism for adjusting the amount of force applied to the head by the hydraulic system based on the detected head type.

Abstract: A hand-held power tool having a motor-driven impact mechanism and monostable operating button. A locking switch for the monostable operating button has a sliding direction, an actuating knob, a catch and a sliding block, wherein the actuating knob is able to be moved by the user in the sliding direction from a releasing position to a locking position. The catch is pivotable in a pivoting direction perpendicular to the switching direction between a first position and a second position. The catch is disengaged from the operating button 6 in the first position and the catch engages in the operating button in the second position, arresting the operating button in the pressed position. The catch has, on a side facing in the pivoting direction, a slotted-guide face that is inclined with respect to the sliding direction. The sliding block bears on the slotted-guide face.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a drill tool (1), such as a core drill tool (1), comprising a motor unit (2) and a gear unit (3). The motor unit (2) comprises an electric motor (4) and a motor drive shaft (5) that extends along a first longitudinal axis (6) from the electric motor (4) and protrudes out of a motor unit housing (7) via a motor exit aperture (8) in a housing end part (9) and comprises a drive shaft gear (10). The drive shaft gear (10) is adapted to propel a drill shaft (14) that extends along a second longitudinal axis (15) and comprises a tool holder (16) that is adapted to hold a tool. The housing end part (9) comprises a wall part (17) arranged transversally to the longitudinal axes (6, 15) and is adapted to close the gear unit cavity (11) and to separate the electric motor (4) from the gear unit cavity (11).

Abstract: A switch assembly, a switch assembly starting method and a power tool are provided. The switch assembly includes a housing, a main control switch accommodated in the housing, a locking switch and a trigger switch arranged on the housing. An end of the trigger switch is accommodated in the housing and is in contact with the main control switch. An end of the locking switch is in contact with the trigger switch. The locking switch has a locking position and a releasing position, when the locking switch is in the locking position, the locking switch limits the trigger switch in a locked state, and the main control switch cannot be started; when the locking switch is in the releasing position, the locking switch is positioned beside the trigger switch and limits are removed, the trigger switch is in the release state, and the main control switch can be started.

Abstract: A cleaner includes a main body, a handle, a first switch member, and a second switch member. The main body generates a suction force to suck in dust with air by a motor. The handle is to be held by a user. The first switch member is disposed movably on the handle and switches between supplying and not supplying power to the motor by being moved. The second switch member is disposed movably on the handle and, by being moved, moves the first switch member so as to switch between supplying and not supplying power to the motor.

Abstract: A multi-tool (100) includes a power head (120) including a power head housing (122) having a handle (124) operably coupled thereto, a tool attachment (106, 108, 110) configured to perform a work function, the tool attachment (106, 108, 110) being alternately separable from and operably coupled to the power head (120), a motor (140) disposed in the power head housing (122), a battery (130) configured to be operably coupled to the motor (140) to selectively power the motor (140), a power head mating interface (121) including structures disposed at the power head (120) for defining a physical mating assembly, a drive power transfer assembly and an electronic assembly, and a tool mating interface (123) including structures disposed at a housing of the tool attachment (106, 108, 110) for defining the physical mating assembly, the drive power transfer assembly and the electronic assembly.

Abstract: A vacuum cleaner of the present invention comprises: a main body having a suction motor for generating suction force; a main PCB capable of generating a control command for the suction motor; a handle part capable of accommodating the main body PCB; and a connector provided at the main body, and to which the main PCB is connected in a process of coupling the handle part to the main body. The main PCB includes a plurality of pads and a slit, and the connector includes: a plurality of connecting pins for making contact with the plurality of pads; and a slit insertion protrusion inserted into the slit.

Abstract: The electric switch comprises at least one key (4) that pivots about a pivoting axis (5) and a base (2) provided with at least one electric connection and disconnection actuation point (3), so that the pivoting of the key 4 causes the application of pressure to at least one actuation point 3 and causes the electric connection or disconnection, and it is characterized in that the base (2) comprises at least one pivoting actuator (6). A low-cost mechanical type electric switch is obtained which automatically returns to its rest position, and which for the user has the same sensation as an electronic type electric switch.

Abstract: A liquid dispensing system having a handheld liquid dispense device with a body portion and a dispensing head. The dispensing system includes an ingredient system located remotely from the handheld liquid dispense device, piping extending from the ingredient system to the handheld liquid dispense device, the ingredient system having a plurality of beverage ingredient sources and configured to supply beverage ingredients to the piping for the dispensing of a beverage from the handheld liquid dispense device. The dispensing system may also include a user interface device configured to receive a first user selection for a beverage and a second user selection for an ingredient modifying the beverage.

Abstract: A hand-held power tool, in particular an angle-grinding machine, includes a housing, a switching unit, a motor, and at least one first pivot unit and one second pivot unit. The switching unit includes a ratchet element arranged on the housing. The first and second pivot units are configured to mount the ratchet element on the housing so as to be movable. Each of the first and the second pivot units includes at least one housing-side bearing unit and one ratchet-side bearing unit. The hand-held power tool further includes a coupling unit configured to couple the first pivot unit with the one second pivot unit.

Abstract: A multi-angle outdoor projection device comprises a fixing frame, an exterior case and a projection assembly, wherein the fixing frame includes a ground cone for insertions into outdoor ground, and the exterior case can be combined with the fixing frame and has a main case body which is internally formed with a combination seat; also, the projection assembly has an electric circuit board which is assembled onto the assembly seat and has a lamp seat thereon, and at least two projection tubes are installed on the lateral side of the lamp seat corresponding to the opening, with each projection tube being installed on the lamp seat in an outward and radial fashion such that each projection tube can project towards different directions thereby achieving the effect of simultaneously providing two or more image projections.

Abstract: A lock member includes a fit portion, an inclined portion and a contacting portion. The fit portion is fitted with a projecting portion of a trigger to maintain an off-lock state. The inclined portion is brought into contact with a shaft of an unlock button and moves the lock member to release the off-lock state. The projecting portion is slidable on the contacting portion and maintains an on state.

Abstract: A wireless joint includes a converter, a radio frequency (RF) device, and a connector. The converter realizes a conversion between an audio signal and a wireless signal. The RF device receives and transmits the wireless signal. The connector connects with a microphone body.

Abstract: Embodiments of a connector with integrated lighting are provided. The connector may be used with an awning assembly of an RV, for non-limiting example. The connector includes a head and neck with a luminaire mounted thereto, and the connector may be mounted to a rail on an RV or sidewall of other structures.

Abstract: A powered apparatus having an elongate pole with a tool at a proximal region and a drive for operating the tool. A first operating component is repositionable between first and second positions to change a state of the drive. A second operating component is repositionable between: a) a locked position; and b) a released position wherein the first operating component can be changed from the first position into the second position. A handle assembly has a gripping portion with an extent that can be grasped by the user's one hand at a plurality of different locations along the extent of the gripping portion to control the operating components, including at a first location in a manner wherein with the elongate pole vertically oriented, a majority of a vertical weight force component of the apparatus is directed generally parallel to the length of a user's forearm below the user's one hand.

Abstract: A welding gun includes a control switch combined with a trigger. The control switch features a slide movable to at least first and second positions. In an operating mode, the control switch switches between two differing sets of welding parameters in the first and second positions. In another operating mode, the control switch operates a safety lock-out, allowing activation of the welding gun by the trigger in one position and preventing activation in the other position. For operator convenience, the control switch may be positioned to slide transversely relative to the wire passageway of the weld gun with which the trigger is generally aligned.

Abstract: This device (4) for electrically connecting an electric power supply source (8) such as a battery to an electric appliance (2), is characterized in that it comprises: at least two conductive elements (16, 18) in tended for electrically connecting the electric power supply source (8) to the electric appliance (2), each conductive element (16, 18) defining an aperture (58, 60); a shell (10) capable of receiving the conductive elements, the shell comprising a first half-shell (12) and a second half-shell (14), the shell defining at least two slots (42, 44) capable of receiving the conductive elements and of maintaining said conductive elements substantially parallel to each other, the shell further comprising at least one locking member (46) capable of engaging into the apertures of the conductive elements and of maintaining said conductive elements engaged in said slots of the shell. Application to a linear actuator intended to receive a removable tool.

Abstract: A power tool switching device, in particular for portable power tools, includes at least one switching unit having at least one movably mounted control element configured to actuate a mechanical, electrical and/or electronic switching element. The power tool switching device further includes at least one guide unit, which, upon an actuation of the control element along a direction of main extent of the control element, is configured to convert a movement of the control element along the direction of main extent at least into a movement of the control element running transversely in relation to the direction of main extent.

Abstract: A reciprocating tool includes a toggle switch that is turned on or off by tilting a lever, and a switch lever in a motor housing. The switch lever includes an engagement frame into which the lever is inserted, and can slide in a tilting direction. The switch lever is slid to tilt the lever to an ON position or an OFF position through a sliding operation of the switch lever from the outside. An engagement portion of the switch lever on a side closer to the ON position of the lever is provided with a slanted guide surface that guides the lever in the ON position to the OFF position when the toggle switch is attached into an upper housing having the switch lever attached thereto.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention disclosed herein present forms of a method and mechanism for a power tool lock-off, wherein accidental activation of the power tool may be inhibited. Pressing a lock-off release button on the tool housing induces a locking member to move from a first position to a second position, allowing a trigger to access a power switch within the housing. Various forms and methods of lock-off mechanisms are enabled.

Abstract: A power tool includes a linear activation switch incorporating features to prevent accidental activation. More particularly, the switch includes a switch cap that must be first rotated or pivoted before it can be linearly translated to activate the switch. The power tool includes a housing defining a guide track having a first section and an second section, offset from each other by a third section. The switch includes a switch cap having guide ribs, a first slidably disposed within the first section and a second rib one initially situated within the third section. The switch cap is pivotable about the first guide rib so that the second guide rib moves within the third section into alignment with the second section of the guide track. The switch cap can then be moved linearly with the second guide rib sliding within the second section, with this movement activating the switch.

Abstract: An angle grinder is provided including a trigger assembly for selectively actuating the angle grinder. A particle separation assembly is provided for the removal of any dust, particle, or artifacts that may have entered into the housing of the angle grinder. A brush biasing system is also provided to ensure proper and efficient operation of the motor of the angle grinder. An overload monitoring system is included to monitor the loading on the motor. A clutch mechanism is also included to prevent overloading on the motor of the angle grinder. A gear wheel lock mechanism is also provided to prevent the wheel spindle from rotating during installation or removal of a grinding wheel on the wheel spindle. An anti-locking flange system is also included to prevent the over-tightening of the flanges and the grinder wheel during the operation of the angle grinder. A gear case labyrinth feature is also provided.

Abstract: A detachable operating handle for an elongated handheld portable power tool with a nose portion having an output shaft and a slidable operating switch having an outer recess and being configured to slide between on and off positions, the handle comprising a housing configured to cooperatively mate with the power tool housing and be attached at least to the nose portion of the power tool, the housing having an elongated handle portion, a trigger located in the bottom of the handle portion positioned to be moved between depressed and rest positions by a user's finger while holding the handle portion, a linkage mechanism for interconnecting the trigger and the switch, and the linkage mechanism having a lockout mechanism for preventing the trigger from moving the switch when the lockout mechanism is in a locked position and permitting the trigger to move the switch when in a release position.

Abstract: A power tool having a paddle switch is configured to allow easier actuation of a switch mechanism. The power tool comprises a housing, a support surface disposed within the housing, a switch mechanism having a first position and a second position, a paddle member including an input surface and a hinge pin positioned a distance from the support surface, and a multiplier member pivotally connected to the hinge pin and having a first arm and a second arm. The first arm of the multiplier member extends from the hinge pin along a first longitudinal axis, and the second arm of the multiplier member extends from the hinge pin along a second longitudinal axis that is not parallel to the first longitudinal axis. The second arm is disposed to contact the support surface when force is applied to the input surface, causing rotation of the multiplier member about the hinge pin. The rotation of the hinge pin causes the first arm to contact the switch mechanism and move it from the first position to the second position.

Abstract: A portable electric power tool including a housing having one end to which an L-shaped battery pack is installable. A motor is accommodated in the housing. A switch assembly includes a switch body installed in the housing. The switch body is overlapped with the L-shaped battery pack in a longitudinal direction of the power tool. The switch assembly further includes a trigger including a pivot portion, a manipulation portion extending frontward from the pivot portion and pivotally movable, and a lever portion extending rearward from the pivot portion to actuate the switch body. The manipulation portion is disposed to overlap with a center of gravity of an entire power tool in the longitudinal direction, and the pivot portion is positioned between the manipulation portion and the switch body.

Abstract: A switch unit (40) is mountable to a distal end of a handpiece of an electrically-activatable surgical tool, such as an ultrasonically-vibratable surgical tool. The switch unit (40) has a generally bullet-shaped outer form with an axial bore (42) through which a waveguide of the tool extends. A resiliently deformable band (1) extends around the switch unit (40) above a polygonal-section contact zone (2), such that fingertip pressure on the band (1) may locally depress the band (1) towards a flat area (12) of the contact zone (2). Switch contacts (11) are mounted to an inner surface of the band (1) opposite a plated circuit (10) located on each flat area (12) so as to form a plurality of switches. A switch to activate the tool is thus easily accessible to a user's fingertip in any orientation of the handpiece in the user's hand. The switch contacts (11) may each comprise a body having an electrical resistance dependent on a pressure exerted thereon.

Abstract: An electric tool switch has an operation member turnable in both directions and biased to self-return to a neutral position, a circuit substrate arranged to be orthogonal to a turning shaft of the operation member, a slidably moving element which is pressed against the circuit substrate and which is turned with the operation member to slidably contact the circuit substrate, and an inversion mechanism for switching a polarity between output terminals according to the turning direction of the operation member from the neutral position. The circuit substrate is formed with two sets of variable resistor circuits, which close a circuit when the slidably moving element slidably contacts and which resistance value changes according to a contacting position of the slidably moving element, electrically connected in parallel on both sides in the turning direction from a position corresponding to the neutral position of the operation member.

Abstract: A live handle switch in the form of a hand operated safety switch for an industrial robot or a machine is described. The live handle comprises a safety certified switch for operating a robot or other machine safely while under manual control. The live handle switch may be comprised in a portable robot controller of the TPU Teach Pendant Unit type. Such a TPU may comprise control means for moving a robot in three or more degrees of freedom. In other aspects of the invention a system comprising a robot and a control unit and the live handle switch are described.

Abstract: A control mechanism for a rotary hand tool of the type having a generally cylindrical housing in which a drive motor is located, the housing having a nose portion from which a motor output shaft extends and a grip portion, the mechanism including an electrical control circuit that controls the application of power to and the operation of the motor, and a light touch switch having at least a first position or state and a second position or state coupled to the electrical control circuit for selectively enabling or disabling the control circuit to turn the motor on and off. The switch is disposed on the nose portion of the rotary hand tool such that an operator can actuate the switch substantially without altering the operator's grip on the tool.

Abstract: An activation device useful for drag racers comprising a body, a trigger, a cocking pressure spring plunger set screw, a trigger tension spring plunger set screw, a trigger tension jam nut, a body cover, cocking safety button, screws, a microswitch, a wave washer, and a trigger set screw. The body comprises a trigger pivot post, a wiring channel, a wiring aperture, and a recess surface. The trigger comprises a trigger pivot post aperture, a trigger released position notch, a trigger cocked position notch, and a cocking channel.

Abstract: An electrical hand-held power tool includes an assembly (2) vibrating along a vibration axis (A) during operation of the power tool, at least one, transversely projecting, vibration-decoupled pivotal side handle (3), a manual switch (4) having an actuation element (5) arranged in the side handle (3) and switchingly connectable with at least one sensor switch (8) which is located in the assembly (2) in vicinity of the handle pivot point (G), by a switching rod (7) having a switching element (6) and being pivotally supported on the side handle at a switching pivot point (S) spaced from the handle pivot point (G) and from the vibration axis (A).

Abstract: A tool, in particular a hand-held power tool, having an actuating unit that has at least one set of input electronics and at least one actuating element. The input electronics are mechanically coupled to the actuating element according to the invention.

Abstract: Method and device are provided where a barrier is formed at or around the trigger of a device with a rest area for the index finger so that the finger can remain (extended) off the trigger when the device is not in use. Position and/or size of the rest area is adjustable to, for example, accommodate index fingers of various sizes. Adjustment of the position of the rest area can be achieved by means of a screw which slides a resting piece to a selected correct location, or by means of inserts that may be indexed to a selected length. Device can be a nailer, and the barrier is configured to accommodate a depth gage of the nailer.

Abstract: A switch for use with an electric power tool equipped with a trigger switch. The trigger switch has first contacts for turning on and off a motor, second contacts for turning on and off a speed controller, and a trigger lever. The first contacts are formed by a first fixed contact formed on a second conductive plate and a first movable contact formed on a swingable movable contact plate located opposite to the first fixed contact. The second contacts are formed by a second fixed contact and a second movable contact mounted opposite to the second fixed contact formed on a first conductive plate. The second movable contact is located around the front end of a slide plate slidably supported on the trigger lever. The second fixed contact and sliding plate portion are arranged parallel to the first fixed contact and the support member.

Abstract: A toy vehicle controller include a casing with a grip (1) topped by a widened zone (2). A resistance element (3) is mounted in the widened zone (2), and it provides a variable resistance depending on a position of a cursor (4) that moves under the action of a trigger (5). A first arm (16) and a second arm (17) of the cursor touch opposite sides of the resistance element (3). A first wire (6) is connected to a first terminal (10), and the resistance element (3) is coupled to the first terminal (10). A second wire (7) is connected to a second terminal (11), and the second terminal (11) is couple to the cursor (4). As the trigger is depressed, the first and second arms of the cursor move along the resistance element to vary a resistance in the circuit formed between the first and second wires. When a user depresses a button (15), the head (20) of an elastic element (13) is pushed into contact with the first terminal (10).

Abstract: A mounting accessory for installation behind the cover plate of a handle to mount a switch device behind the cover plate includes a body having mounting formations using which the switch device can be fastened to the mounting accessory and a cable clamp for a wire attached to the switch device. The mounting accessory is formed with an installation hole for fastening the mounting accessory to the cover plate using a screw.

Abstract: Disclosed a trigger switch having a trigger to be locked stably when it is pulled in. The trigger has wall surfaces disposed oppositely leaving a space therebetween. Pivotal holes are formed in the wall surfaces and a pivotal shaft is inserted in said holes. Rotary shaft holes are formed in the wall surfaces, and a rotary shaft for inverting a switch is inserted in the rotary shaft holes. A stopper for stopping the trigger from being pulled while rotating about the pivotal shaft is mounted between the pivotal shaft and the rotary shaft. The stopper includes a stopper shaft engaged in stopper holes formed in the wall surfaces. A stopper button is mounted at an end of the stopper shaft. When the stopper button is pushed, the stopper shaft is moved to place a thinned portion thereof into the stopper holes, thus releasing the trigger from the stopper.

Abstract: An ultrasonic treatment switch device includes an adapter, a switch, a switch fixing portion and an adapter fixing portion. The adapter is connected to a power source and having a hand piece fixing portion detachably attached to a hand piece having an ultrasonic transducer. The switch is connected to the power source and causes an electric signal to be output from the power source so that the ultrasonic transducer generates ultrasonic vibrations. The switch fixing portion is provided in the switch and detachably attached to the adapter. The adapter fixing portion is provided in the adapter. The switch fixing portion is attached to the adapter fixing portion.

Abstract: An electrical switch includes a housing (1) with a cavity, a plurality of stationary contacts (2) embedded in the housing, a metal dome (3) received in the cavity, a handle (4) disposed onto the metal dome, and a cover (5) mounted onto the housing. The stationary contacts include a central stationary contact (231) and a plurality of peripheral stationary contacts (221), and the dome includes an arcuate central portion (31) covering the central stationary contact and a circular side portion (32) contacting with the peripheral stationary contacts. The handle defines a connecting portion (443), the connecting portion is apart from the dome during operation of the handle.

Abstract: A switch assembly for an automotive power window having a housing and an actuator with two spaced-apart ends pivotally mounted to the housing about a transverse axis extending across a central portion of the actuator. The actuator includes a first actuator surface extending between the axis on one end of the actuator and a second actuator surface extending between the axis and the other end of the actuator. The actuator is pivotal in a first direction from a rest position by depression of the first actuator surface and is pivotal in the opposite direction from the rest position and to a second position upon depression of the second actuator surface. The second actuator surface is recessed within the housing in an amount sufficient to prevent actuation of the actuator to its second position by a sphere having a radius greater than or equal to 19 millimeters which approximates the size of a child's knee.

Abstract: A power tool is disclosed which comprises a hosing within which a motor is received for driving a tool. At least one switch is received on said housing and can be operated via an elastic touch surface from outside the housing. The switch is part of a signaling circuit which is coupled to a power circuit for activating the motor when said signaling circuit is activated.

Abstract: An in-vehicle knob switch comprises a tubular housing that has an opening disposed in a portion of an outer circumferential surface thereof, a holder that is disposed inside the housing, a circuit board that is fixed to the holder, and a push switch that is mounted on one surface of the circuit board that faces the holder. The in-vehicle knob switch also comprises a slide operating type electric part that is mounted on the other surface of the circuit board, an operating key that pushes the push switch, and a rotating body that has a tubular driving portion that can operate the slide operating type electric part. The operating key is exposed to the outside of the housing through the opening. The rotating body includes an operating ring portion that is rotatable and exposed from the outer circumferential surface of the housing. A spiral hole engaged with a slider of the slide operating type electric part is disposed in a portion of a circumferential wall of the tubular driving portion.

Abstract: A trigger mechanism for an electric power tool, comprises a spring-loaded trigger movable between an foremost position and an rearmost position, an adjuster for adjusting the rearmost position, an electrical switch arranged for closing by the trigger while the trigger is in an intermediate position, and a variable resistor arranged for operation by the trigger while the trigger is in an intermediate position to provide a resistance having a value dependent upon the position of the trigger. A locking device is included for locking the trigger near the rearmost position, and which is movable in opposite directions and arranged to lock the trigger near the rearmost position when the locking device is moved in either one of opposite directions.

Abstract: A contact trip assembly for a power nailer, wherein a contact member includes a curved portion that loops rearwardly towards a handle of the nailer. Also provided is an adjustment assembly including an adjustment plate and a pinion gear, a trigger that is slidably engageable within a housing of the tool, a trigger lock including a ring element, an anti-discharge mechanism including a stop member, and a contact trip lock.

Abstract: A power handle module encloses rechargeable batteries which can be used to power a number of modular special-purpose tools which may be mounted to the power handle module. The power handle module includes a hand grip, a trigger switch operated by a trigger and a first connector for engagement with a second connector on the special-purpose tool. An interlock operator on the handle module may be moved between a guard position where it resists pressure to move the trigger and at least one armed position, in which position it allows the trigger to be pressed. A secondary switch is mounted within the power handle module. When the special-purpose tool is a fastener driver the secondary switch controls direction of rotation of the motor on the tool.

Abstract: An electric tool is provided, including an electric tool housing, an electric motor located in the electric tool housing, and an energy store, particularly a battery, for supplying the electric motor with energy. An actuating member for actuating a switching means for supplying the electric motor with energy is arranged in and/or on the electric tool housing. The energy store has an energy store housing, which can be fastened in and/or to the electric tool housing. The switching means is located in the energy store housing, and a transmission means which interacts with both the actuating member and the switching means, is arranged in the electric tool housing such that the movement of the actuating member is transmitted to the switching means.

Abstract: A power handle module encloses rechargeable batteries which can be used to power a number of modular special-purpose tools which may be mounted to the power handle module. The power handle module includes a hand grip, a trigger switch operated by a trigger and a first connector for engagement with a second connector on the special-purpose tool. An interlock operator on the handle module may be moved between a guard position where it resists pressure to move the trigger and at least one armed position, in which position it allows the trigger to be pressed. A secondary switch is mounted within the power handle module. When the special-purpose tool is a fastener driver the secondary switch controls direction of rotation of the motor on the tool.

Abstract: Certain exemplary embodiments provide a securement adapted to interface with a circuit breaker. A circuit breaker can comprise an actuator operable within an actuator operation zone defined by movement of the actuator between a first pole and a second pole. The securement can comprise an actuator restrainer and/or a substantially planar actuator guard coupled to said actuator restrainer. The securement can be operable between a first position and a second position. In the first position, the actuator can be manually operated between the first and second pole. In the second position, the substantially planar actuator guard can be located outside the actuator operation zone and/or substantially prevent manual access to the actuator.