Universal key

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2006-09-22

2010-06-22

Hail, III, Joseph J (Department: 3723)

Tools

Wrench, screwdriver, or driver therefor

Handle or shank

C081S177100, C081S177500, C081S177600

Reexamination Certificate

active

07739930

ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to a universal key (1), particularly a control cabinet key, with multiple key arms (2a,2b,2c,2d), on which tool heads (12a,12b,13a,13b) and/or retainers (5) for attaching tool heads (12a,12b,13a,13b) or bits (6) are arranged, where at least one key arm (2a,2b) forms a pen-shaped, hollow handle (3), and the hollow handle (3) displays at least one opening (10, 11), through which at least one other key arm (2c,2d) can be folded out and in. (FIG.1)

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EPO Search Report dated Feb. 11, 2009 received in corresponding EP application. Additional references previously cited in prior Information Disclosure Statements.

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