Arthur M Singleton

US Patent:

45935831, Jun 10, 1986

Filed:

Oct 25, 1982

Appl. No.:

6/436591

Inventors:

Arthur M. Singleton - Dunwoody GA

Assignee:

Hi-Shear Corporation - Torrance CA

International Classification:

B25B 1700

US Classification:

81 5714

Abstract:

A torque tool for applying torque to set a frangible threaded fastener, and to secure and retain detached fastener fragments. The tool drives a hollow spindle and drive socket to which is connected conduitry that leads to suction means such as a vacuum cleaner, whereby the drive socket provides means both for driving the fastener and for securing and retaining fastener fragments and other detritus.