Patent ID: 7182565
Filing Date: 2007-02-27
Classification: B25H,Y10S

Abstract:
1. A flute holder configured for holding a fastener and being insertable in a fastener driving tool comprising: a bracket-engaging portion configured for engaging a bracket; a tool-engaging sleeve connected to said bracket-engaging portion, having a major axis, an upper end, and a washer region having an increased wall thickness compared to a portion of said tool-engaging sleeve proximate to said upper end, said washer region forming a substantially cylindrical shaped portion of said tool-engaging sleeve disposed adjacent to said bracket-engaging portion; a plurality of fins extending radially outward from said tool-engaging sleeve configured to engage the tool, said fins extending parallel to said major axis of said tool engaging sleeve and extending over at least a portion of said washer region; and, a holding passage at least partially defined within said tool-engaging sleeve.