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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
May. 27, 2003
Filed:
Jul. 28, 2000
Matthew George Popik, Jackson, TN (US);
Earl Roger Clowers, Anderson, SC (US);
Mark Alan Etter, Jackson, TN (US);
Thomas Arnold Mooty, Jackson, TN (US);
Michael Anthony Lagaly, Jackson, TN (US);
James Pierce Nichols, Jr., Jackson, TN (US);
Porter-Cable/Delta, Jackson, TN (US);
Abstract
A reciprocating power tool includes a motor operatively connected with a drive assembly for driving a reciprocating shaft, on which a working tool is supported. The reciprocating power tool includes a base so that the tool may stand upright when resting upon the base without the use of external supports. A counterweight positioned inside of the drive housing minimizes vibration. The motor is preferably positioned so that its rotational axis is angled with respect to a longitudinal axis of the reciprocating shaft. This configuration of the motor produces a compact configuration for a reciprocating power tool and helps the tool stand upright upon the base of the tool. A battery may be provided in a cordless embodiment and is advantageously positioned for balancing the tool.