Tools with identification markings

Abstract

This helps reduce tool selection errors in dimly lit work environments and busy work conditions. [Solution] The tool 10 with identification markings comes in multiple sizes. At least a portion of the surface of the tool 10 is equipped with an identification marking section 20 for identifying numerical information corresponding to the size of the tool 10. The identification marking section 20 is individually assigned a color corresponding to at least numerical values ​​from 1 to 9, based on a specific color scheme rule defined in accordance with the frame numbers of public sports competitions.

Description

[Technical Field]

[0001] The present invention relates to a tool with identification display and a tool set with identification display. [Background Art]

[0002] Conventionally, for tools such as drill bits and wrenches, techniques are known in which size values are engraved on the surface of the main body or a specific color is applied to identify the size. For example, among a plurality of bit sets, there are those in which different colors are assigned to different sizes so that an operator can visually identify the size. [Summary of the Invention] [Problem to be Solved by the Invention]

[0003] By the way, the conventional identification method using colors has the following problems. That is, color assignment rules are often set independently by each manufacturer. For this reason, since the operator needs to memorize the corresponding size for each color, it is difficult to make an intuitive determination. As a result, it does not easily lead to the reduction of wrong tool selection in dim work sites or busy work environments. [Means for Solving the Problem]

[0004] Described below are various aspects of a tool with identification display and a tool set with identification display for solving the above problems. [Aspect 1] A tool having one or more size variations, An identification display section for specifying numerical information corresponding to the size of the tool is provided on at least a part of the surface of the main body of the tool, In the identification display section, colors corresponding to at least numerical values 1 to 9 are individually assigned based on a specific color arrangement rule defined corresponding to frame numbers in public sports betting events, A tool with identification display.

[0005] According to this design, by applying the frame number colors widely recognized in public sports betting in Japan to the differences in tool sizes, workers can intuitively determine the size without having to memorize new rules. This contributes to reducing errors in tool selection in dimly lit work sites or busy work environments.

[0006] [Aspect 2] The identification display unit has one or more colored regions formed with different projected areas or thicknesses corresponding to the number of digits in the numerical information. The one or more colored regions are, A first colored region having a first size corresponding to the tens digit, A second colored region having a second size smaller than the first size, corresponding to the units digit, A third colored region having a third size smaller than the second size, corresponding to a value in the 0.1 digit, Includes at least one selected from, Each colored area constituting the identification display section is colored according to the color scheme rule, corresponding to the numerical value of the digit to which the colored area corresponds. A tool with an identification mark as described in Embodiment 1.

[0007] According to this configuration, by combining "color" with geometric information such as "differences in projected area (thickness and size)," it becomes possible to simultaneously distinguish the "tens digit," "units digit," and "twenty-one digit," which were difficult to represent with a single color. This contributes to a significant reduction in work errors caused by minute size differences in millimeters.

[0008] [Aspect 3] The first to third colored regions each comprise an annular groove formed along the circumferential direction of the tool, or a recess formed on the surface of the tool body, and a material filled into the groove or recess and having a color according to the color scheme rules. A tool with an identification mark as described in Embodiment 2.

[0009] According to this design, the identification markings are formed by filling recesses with material rather than printing on the surface of the main body, making the markings less likely to fade even in harsh environments or due to prolonged friction. This ensures that the identification function is maintained over a long period and guarantees work efficiency throughout the tool's lifespan.

[0010] [Aspect 4] The tool according to any one of embodiments 1 to 3, further comprising a tool holder having a plurality of holding parts for each of the plurality of tools of different sizes, The tool holder is provided with a holder-side identification display section that has the same color and size combination as the identification display section of the tool to be held in the holding section, and is provided in a visual correspondence with the holding section. Tool set with identification markings.

[0011] This configuration allows for a visual correspondence between the tool's identification indicator and the tool holder's identification indicator, enabling instant detection of incorrect returns or loss after use. Furthermore, a robust system based on specific color schemes (frame numbers) reduces the burden of tool management on-site and semi-automatically promotes organization and tidiness. [Effects of the Invention]

[0012] This invention contributes to reducing errors in tool selection in dimly lit work sites or busy work environments. [Brief explanation of the drawing]

[0013] [Figure 1] Figure 1 is a front view of a tool set with identification markings according to one embodiment. [Figure 2] Figure 2 is a front view of a tool according to one embodiment. [Figure 3] Figure 3 is a cross-sectional view centered on the neck of the tool shown in Figure 2. [Figure 4] Figure 4 is a table showing the relationship between frame numbers and colors in public sports betting. [Figure 5]FIG. 5 is a plan view of a tool according to a first modified example. [Figure 6] FIG. 6 is a plan view of a tool according to a second modified example. MODE FOR CARRYING OUT THE INVENTION

[0014] Hereinafter, one embodiment will be described with reference to FIGS. 1 to 3. As shown in FIG. 1, the tool set with identification marks includes a plurality of tools with identification marks of different sizes (hereinafter, tools 10 (10a to 10j)) and a tool holder 90.

[0015] <Tool 10> As shown in FIG. 1, the tools 10 (10a to 10j) have a plurality of size developments. As shown in FIGS. 1 and 2, the tool 10 of the present embodiment is a drill bit. The tool 10 is generally substantially shaft-shaped as a whole.

[0016] As shown in FIG. 2, the tool 10 includes a blade portion 11a provided at a distal end portion, a shank portion 11b provided at a proximal end portion, and a neck portion 11c positioned between the blade portion 11a and the shank portion 11b.

[0017] The tool 10 includes, on at least a part of a surface of a body of the tool 10, an identification display portion 20 for specifying numerical information corresponding to a size of the tool 10. The identification display portion 20 is provided on the neck portion 11c.

[0018] The identification display portion 20 of the present embodiment specifies numerical information indicating a diameter size of the drill bit. To the identification display portions 20 (20a to 20j), colors corresponding to at least numerical values 1 to 9 are individually assigned based on a specific color arrangement rule defined in correspondence with frame numbers of public competitive sports.

[0019] As shown in Figure 4, in Japan's public sports, the frame numbers (1-8) for horse racing are assigned white, black, red, blue, yellow, green, orange, and pink, respectively. Similarly, in Japan's public sports, the frame numbers (1-9) for bicycle racing are assigned white, black, red, blue, yellow, green, orange, pink, and purple, respectively.

[0020] As shown in Figure 2, the identification display unit 20 has multiple colored regions 22, 23 that are formed with different projected areas or thicknesses, corresponding to the number of digits in the numerical information. In this specification, "projected area" means the area obtained by projecting the identification marking portion 20 of the tool 10 from a direction perpendicular to the surface on which the identification marking portion 20 is formed.

[0021] The multiple colored regions 22, 23 include a second colored region 22 and a third colored region 23. The second colored region 22 corresponds to the units digit and has a second size. The third colored region 23 corresponds to the fractional digit and has a third size smaller than the second size.

[0022] In this embodiment, a second colored area 22 and a third colored area 23 are provided side by side, starting from the tip side of the tool 10. Each colored area 22, 23 constituting the identification display section 20 is colored according to a color scheme rule, corresponding to the numerical value of the digits that the colored area 22, 23 corresponds to.

[0023] For example, if the diameter of tool 10b(10) is 4.8 mm, the second colored area 22 is assigned "blue" corresponding to the ones digit "4", and the third colored area 23 is assigned "pink" corresponding to the tens of thousands digit "8".

[0024] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 1, when the diameter of tool 10a(10) is 5.0 mm, the second colored area 22 is assigned "yellow" corresponding to "5". In this case, the value in the 0.1 place is "0". In this embodiment, no color is assigned to "0", so no color is assigned to the third colored area 23.

[0025] As shown in Figure 3, the second colored region 22 and the third colored region 23 have annular grooves 12 and 13 formed along the circumferential direction of the tool 10, and a material 14 that fills the grooves 12 and 13 and has a color based on a color scheme rule. The material 14 is, for example, paint.

[0026] <Tool holder 90> As shown in Figure 1, the tool holder 90 has multiple holding parts 91a to 91j for holding multiple tools 10a to 10j, respectively. The tool holder 90 is made of, for example, a hard synthetic resin. The holding parts 91a to 91j are formed, for example, by the inner circumferential surfaces of holes that penetrate the tool holder 90.

[0027] The tool holder 90 is provided with holder-side identification indicators 92a to 92j, which have the same color and size combination as the identification indicators 20a to 20j of the tools 10 (10a to 10j) to be held in the holding parts 91a to 91j, and are provided in a visual correspondence with the holding parts 91a to 91j.

[0028] The holder-side identification markings 92a to 92j are provided around the holding parts 91a to 91j. In this embodiment, the holder-side identification markings 92a to 92j are printed on the outer surface of the tool holder 90.

[0029] <Effects of this embodiment> (1) The tools 10 (10a to 10j) with identification markings are tools 10 (10a to 10j) that come in multiple sizes. The tools 10 (10a to 10j) are equipped with identification marking sections 20 (20a to 20j) on at least a portion of the surface of the main body of the tool 10 (10a to 10j) for identifying numerical information corresponding to the size of the tool 10 (10a to 10j). The identification marking sections 20 (20a to 20j) are individually assigned colors corresponding to at least numerical values ​​from 1 to 9, based on a specific color scheme rule defined in accordance with the frame numbers of public sports competitions.

[0030] With this configuration, by applying the frame number colors of public sports betting, which are widely recognized in Japan, to the size differences of tool 10 (10a to 10j), workers can intuitively determine the size without having to memorize new rules. This contributes to reducing errors in selecting tool 10 (10a to 10j) in dimly lit work sites or busy work environments.

[0031] (2) The identification display unit 20 has a plurality of colored areas 22, 23 that are formed with different projected areas or thicknesses corresponding to the number of digits of the numerical information. The plurality of colored areas 22, 23 include a second colored area 22 that corresponds to the units digit and has a second size, and a third colored area 23 that corresponds to the fractional digit and has a third size smaller than the second size. Each colored area 22, 23 constituting the identification display unit 20 is colored according to a color scheme rule, corresponding to the numerical digit to which the colored area 22, 23 corresponds.

[0032] This configuration combines "color" with geometric information such as "differences in projected area (thickness and size)," making it possible to simultaneously distinguish the "tens digit," "units digit," and "twenty-one digit," which were difficult to represent with a single color. This contributes to a significant reduction in work errors caused by minute size differences in millimeters.

[0033] (3) The second colored region 22 and the third colored region 23 each have annular grooves 12 and 13 formed along the circumferential direction of the tool 10, and a material 14 that is filled into the grooves 12 and 13 and has a color based on a color scheme rule.

[0034] With this configuration, the identification markings 20a to 20j are formed by filling grooves 12 and 13 with material, rather than printing on the surface of the main body. This makes the markings less likely to fade even in harsh environments or due to prolonged friction. As a result, the identification function is maintained over a long period, ensuring work efficiency throughout the service life of the tool 10 (10a to 10j).

[0035] (4) The tool set with identification markings further comprises a tool holder 90 having multiple holding parts 91a to 91j for each of the multiple tools 10 (10a to 10j) of different sizes. The tool holder 90 is provided with holder-side identification marking parts 92a to 92j that have the same color and size combination as the identification marking parts 20a to 20j of the tools 10 (10a to 10j) to be held in the holding parts 91a to 91j, and are provided in a visual correspondence with the holding parts 91a to 91j.

[0036] With this configuration, the identification markings 20a to 20j of the tools 10 (10a to 10j) and the holder-side identification markings 92a to 92j of the tool holder 90 are visually matched, allowing for instant detection of incorrect returns or loss after use. Furthermore, a strong order based on specific color scheme rules (frame numbers) reduces the burden of tool management on-site and semi-automatically promotes organization and tidiness.

[0037] <Variation> This embodiment can be implemented with the following modifications. This embodiment and the following modifications can be combined with each other to the extent that they do not contradict each other technically.

[0038] In the above embodiment, no color was assigned to "0," but it is also possible to assign a color other than those corresponding to "1" through "9" (for example, light blue) to "0." In the above embodiment, the colored regions 22 and 23 were formed by annular grooves 12 and 13 formed along the circumferential direction of the tool 10, but the colored regions may also be formed by recesses.

[0039] The colored area is not limited to annular grooves or recesses; it can also be formed by directly coating the surface of the tool 10 or by attaching tape. For example, different shaped tapes may be attached depending on the material of the tool 10.

[0040] In the above embodiment, an example was given in which the multiple colored regions 22, 23 consist of a second colored region 22 corresponding to the units digit and a third colored region 23 corresponding to the fractional digit. In addition, the multiple colored regions may further include a first colored region corresponding to the tens digit. In this case, the size of the first colored region, i.e., the first size, should be larger than the size of the second colored region 22.

[0041] Furthermore, the identification display unit 20 is not limited to having multiple colored areas, but may have only one colored area. In this case, for example, it may have only a colored area corresponding to the units digit.

[0042] • In the above embodiment, a tool 10 having multiple size variations was illustrated, but the tool 10 may have only one size variation. • Tool 10 is not limited to a drill bit. As shown in Figure 5, tool 110 may be a wrench. In this case, since the size of the left jaw is 8 mm, the left identification mark 120A is assigned the color "pink" corresponding to "8". Also, since the size of the right jaw is 9 mm, the right identification mark 120B is assigned the color "purple" corresponding to "9".

[0043] Furthermore, as shown in Figure 6, the tool 210 may be a hex wrench. In this case, since the width across flats of the cross-section of the hex wrench is 6 mm, the identification indicator 220 is assigned the color "green" which corresponds to "6".

[0044] Although not shown in the illustrations, this invention can also be applied to box wrenches, combination wrenches, and ratchet wrenches. The tool's size may be engraved on its surface. [Explanation of Symbols]

[0045] 10,10a~10j,110,210…Tools 11a...blade part 11b... Shank section 11c... Neck section 12… Groove 13… Groove 14...Material 20,20a~20j,120A,120B,220...Identification display section 22…Second colored region 23…Third colored area 90…Tool holder 91a~91j...Holding part 92a~92j...Identification display section on the holder side

Claims

1. A tool having one or more size variations, At least a portion of the main body surface of the tool is provided with an identification display section for identifying numerical information corresponding to the size of the tool, The aforementioned identification display unit is individually assigned a color corresponding to at least the numerical value 1 to 9, based on a specific color scheme defined in accordance with the frame number of the public sports competition. Tools with identification markings.

2. The identification display unit has one or more colored regions formed with different projected areas or thicknesses corresponding to the number of digits in the numerical information. The one or more colored regions are, A first colored region having a first size corresponding to the tens digit, A second colored region having a second size smaller than the first size, corresponding to the units digit, A third colored region having a third size smaller than the second size, corresponding to a value in the 0.1 digit, Includes at least one selected from, Each colored area constituting the identification display section is colored according to the color scheme rule, corresponding to the numerical value of the digit to which the colored area corresponds. A tool with an identification mark as described in claim 1.

3. The first to third colored regions each comprise an annular groove formed along the circumferential direction of the tool, or a recess formed on the surface of the tool body, and a material that fills the groove or recess and has a color according to the color scheme rules. A tool with an identification mark according to claim 2.

4. The tool according to any one of claims 1 to 3, further comprising a tool holder having a plurality of holding parts for each of the plurality of tools of different sizes, The tool holder is provided with a holder-side identification display section that has the same color and size combination as the identification display section of the tool to be held in the holding section, and is provided in a visual correspondence with the holding section. Tool set with identification markings.

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