OPENTECHNICAL PUBLICATION
OT-2026-000001715

Setting tool parameter based on fastener characteristic

Published: 2026-09-15T19:07:53.141903Z
Permanent URL: https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000001715
Categories: Tools & Tooling > Clamping Tools

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ABSTRACT

Systems and methods for determining tool parameters based on characteristics
of a driven fastener. Power tools described herein include a motor and an
impact mechanism coupled to the motor. The impact mechanism includes a hammer
driven by the motor and an anvil configured to receive an impact from the
hammer and drive a fastener. The power tool includes a controller connected to
the motor. The controller is configured to receive a visual indication of the
fastener and identify a type of the fastener based on the visual indication.
The controller is configured to determine a K-Factor of the fastener based on
the type of the fastener, set an operating parameter for driving the motor
based on the K-Factor, and drive the motor according to the operating
parameter.

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OpenTechnical publication OT-2026-000001715
Published 2026-09-15T19:07:53.141903Z
https://opentechnical.org/p/OT-2026-000001715