Patent ID: 6702530
Filing Date: 2004-03-09
Classification: B23B,B25F,Y10T

Abstract:
A structure for detachably holding at least one tool part taken from the group consisting of a bit and a chuck key having a chuck key handle and a chuck key head, onto a handle base of a power tool, comprising:a distal end of the handle base has an enlarged end portion; at least one recessed area disposed in the enlarged handle base on a side of said base for defining a laterally accessible opening; a finger relief cutout portion formed in communication with said recessed area; and at least one spring clip having an anchor end and a retaining end, said anchor end being mounted inside the handle base and said retaining end located inside said recessed area; whereby the tool part is captured inside said recessed area by said spring clip; and wherein said at least one recessed area has a handle portion and a head portion, whereby said handle portion is shaped to accommodate either one of the chuck key handle and the bit, said head portion being shaped to accommodate and fully enclose the chuck key head, said head portion is in communication with said handle portion, and said recessed area is configured for lateral insertion or withdrawal of either one of the chuck key and the bit.