Workpiece support system for a power tool
US4566510A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 16, 1983 |
| Grant date | Jan 28, 1986 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 16, 2003 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T83/773
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A workpiece support system for a power tool, preferably a multipurpose woodworking tool of the type having a frame, a main table mounted on the frame, and a power-driven tool member associated with the main table. The support system comprises a first pair of tubular rails attached to longitudinal sides of the main table, a pair of extension rods telescoping within the rails, an auxiliary table having a second pair of rails attached thereto which telescope over and are supported by the protruding portions of the rods. The support system includes capstan screws for releasably locking the extension rods to the pairs of rails. The system may include at least one secondary table mounted on the frame and having a third pair of rails telescoping over ends of the protruding portions and including similar locking means. Another embodiment includes a side frame for supporting long workpieces. The combination of the main table, auxiliary table and secondary table provides a rigid, level and adjustable workpiece supporting surface.
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