Patent ID: 7389700
Filing Date: 2008-06-24
Classification: B25B

Abstract:
1. A torque-limiting driver for a tool, said driver comprising: a radially extending handle comprising a housing, said housing having a first end, a second end, and an intermediate area; a cam member located in said intermediate area, said cam member having a curvilinear surface, said cam member being movable between an engaged position and an override position; a first plunger member located in said first end of said housing; a first biasing means for biasing said first plunger member against said housing; a first rolling member located between said first plunger member and said cam member, said first rolling member being in contact with said cam member when said cam member is in said engaged position; a second plunger member located in said second end of said housing; a second biasing means for biasing said second plunger member against said housing; a second rolling member located between said second plunger member and said cam member, said second rolling member being in contact with said cam member when said cam member is in said engaged position; and means for connecting said cam member to the tool.