Patent · US Expired

Radial arm saw safety top

US7044039B2 · kind B2 · utility

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6Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateAug 31, 2004
Grant dateMay 16, 2006
Priority date
Expiry dateAug 31, 2024

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T83/929
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A radial arm saw is adapted with a safety top configured with cutting box enclosure that contains and collects substantially all of the sawdust generated during use. A dust collection system is in fluid communication with the cutting box for removing the sawdust contained therein. Spring biased push blocks function to hold the work piece in place during the sawing process while maintaining the user's hands safely away from the saw blade. A laser alignment device projects a beam within the cutting box along the cutting plane. A control panel is provided to allow use by authorized users upon entry of an authorization code.

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