Patent ID: 7621023
Filing Date: 2009-11-24
Classification: B25G,Y10T

Abstract:
1. An adjustable handle comprising: a generally axially extending central core comprising a core first end, a core second end, and an outer surface having a plurality of axially extending grooves located therein, each of the axially extending grooves comprising a plurality of radially extending ramps, the ramps extending radially outward to the outer surface, the first end of the core having an opening for receiving a tool element, and the core having a threaded region along the outer surface proximate the second end; a knob engaged with the threaded region of the central core; a sleeve positioned about the central core and having a sleeve first end and a plurality of slots extending axially to a sleeve second end thereby forming a plurality of flexible expander members extending about the central core, each of the plurality of flexible expander members having a plurality of fins positioned in a sliding relationship with the axially extending grooves of the central core; and a cover positioned about the plurality of flexible expander members of the sleeve.