US4245528A
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Push button socket release mechanism
Assignee: Stanley Works
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Filing: 1979-05-29
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Granted: 1981-01-20
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Expires: 1999-05-29
Abstract
Abstract An improved push button socket release mechanism which utilizes a locking ramp form which provides for a wide range of socket retention fit, and improves both the self-locking and anti-rattle capability of the socket retention mechanism.
Inventors
- 👤 Melvin D. Hugh
- 👤 Walter C. Vliet
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-23 14:24
CPC Classifications
B; B25; B25B; B25B23/00; B25B23/0007; B25B23/0035
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 6
Claim 1
Independent Claim
171 words
A push button socket release mechanism for a ratchet wrench having an output drive comprising: a displaceable means in the output drive for retaining a socket on the output drive; said displaceable means being moveable along a path from a position in register with a socket disposed on said output drive whereby said socket is retained on said output drive to a position out of register with said socket whereby said socket is released from said output drive; a cam means in said output drive moveable along an axis substantially perpendicular to the path of said displaceable means for displacing said displaceable means; and said cam means having a first contacted cam portion of relatively steep slope for effecting substantial outward movement of said displaceable means in response to an increment of movement of said cam means and a second contacted cam portion of relatively shallow slope for effecting appreciable but relatively less outward movement of said displaceable means in response to a like increment of movement of said cam means.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
171 words
A push button socket release mechanism for a ratchet wrench having an output drive comprising: a displaceable means in the output drive for retaining a socket on the output drive; said displaceable means being moveable along a path from a position in register with a socket disposed on said output drive whereby said socket is retained on said output drive to a position out of register with said socket whereby said socket is released from said output drive; a cam means in said output drive moveable along an axis substantially perpendicular to the path of said displaceable means for displacing said displaceable means; and said cam means having a first contacted cam portion of relatively steep slope for effecting substantial outward movement of said displaceable means in response to an increment of movement of said cam means and a second contacted cam portion of relatively shallow slope for effecting appreciable but relatively less outward movement of said displaceable means in response to a like increment of movement of said cam means.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
34 words
The push button socket release mechanism of claim 1 wherein: said displaceable means is displaced transversely outward from said output drive in response to axial displacement of said cam means within said output drive.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
17 words
The push button socket release mechanism of claim 2 wherein: said displaceable means is a lock ball.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
30 words
The push button socket release mechanism of claim 3 wherein: said cam means is formed on a stem which is axially displaceable within said drive means by a push button.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
45 words
The push button socket release mechanism of claim 1 wherein: said cam means includes a cam surface having a first portion of the surface providing a steep non-locking cam and a second portion of the surface providing a positive but less steep self locking cam.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1984-01-20 | 1984-07-21 | 1985-01-20 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-01-20 | 1988-07-21 | 1989-01-20 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-01-20 | 1992-07-21 | 1993-01-20 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |