Inventors:
Peter Maznicki - Somers CT, US
Assignee:
ProTec Tools, LLC - Westport CT
International Classification:
B25B 13/48
B25B 13/00
B25B 23/00
B25B 13/06
Abstract:
In one embodiment, an enhanced hex key comprises a hex key composed of a first material (e. g. , a metal such as steel) and non-marring, protective sleeve composed of a second material fitted onto the hex key bit portion of the hex key. In one embodiment, the sleeve may be comprised of a thermoset material such as, preferably, a glass reinforced thermoset plastic. The sleeve has a hexagonally-shaped inner surface that fits onto the hex key bit, and a hexagonally-shaped outer surface that fits, e. g. , into fasteners of a specified size. The sleeve may be connected to the hex key bit by an adhesive. The sleeve may additionally be connected to the hex key bit using a screw such as, e. g. , a set screw. Alternatively, the sleeve may be pinned to the hex key bit using a pin such as, e. g. , a dowel pin.