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Abstract

The invention refers to an eccentric element (10) configured for use in a hand-held power tool comprising a tool motor for driving a tool shaft (16), in particular for use in an orbital sanding or polishing machine. The eccentric element (10) comprises: an eccentric part (12) with a top surface (18) attachable to a distal end (22) of the tool shaft (16) or forming an integral part therewith so as to transmit a torque from the tool shaft (16) to the eccentric element (10) and to rotate the eccentric part (12) about a first rotational axis (28) upon activation of the tool motor, a bottom surface (32) to which a working element (30) of the power tool is releasably attachable in a manner freely rotatable about a second rotational axis (34), and a counterweight part (14) attached to the eccentric part (12). The eccentric part (12) and the counterweight part (14) are separate components and formed such that they enter into a mutual interlocking relationship upon attachment of the counterweight part (14) to the eccentric part (12), the interlocking relationship acting in at least one direction (76; 82; 86).

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