Self-powered fastener system

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1993-11-05

1995-06-13

Smith, Scott A.

Elongated-member-driving apparatus

Explosive-type driving means

411440, 411923, B25C 110

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054234697

ABSTRACT:
A zero stand-off tool and system for driving a powered fastener into a target work surface. A tool is provided having a reciprocable firing pin for detonating a power charge in a powered fastener supported within the tool. An exhaust gas chamber is provided in the tool for reducing noise. A powered fastener is provided having a receptacle end in which a nitrocellulose composition charge is mounted. The receptacle end has a cylindrical portion and a conical portion. The cooperation of the target work surface, the pointed end of the fastener, the fastener support portion of the tool, the firing pin and the shape of the receptacle end of the fastener serve to detonate the power charge and drive the fastener into the work surface.

REFERENCES:
patent: 3363817 (1968-01-01), Brack
patent: 4271747 (1981-06-01), Bendler et al.
patent: 5215419 (1993-06-01), Steinhilber

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