Patent ID: 7875027
Filing Date: 2011-01-25
Classification: A61B,B25G,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A handle for a surgical tool, comprising: a body portion having an exterior surface and first, second and third holes each having separate openings through the exterior surface, said second hole being sized to accommodate an electrical conductor, and said third hole being at least partially threaded; an insert member removably placed in said first hole, said insert member having a cap portion that is substantially flush with the exterior surface of said body portion when said insert member is placed in said first hole, said insert member further having a pair of arms distal of said cap for stripping covering from an electrical conductor; and a set screw threaded into said third hole, wherein said first hole and said third hole communicate with said second hole, and neither of said first hole and said third hole are parallel or concentric with said second hole; and an extension portion extending from said body portion and adapted to connect to a tool shaft, said extension portion having an aperture that communicates with said second hole.