Adjustable and removable keel assembly and blade guide for a jigsaw
US8033026B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 21, 2007 |
| Grant date | Oct 11, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 6, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T29/49826
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A jigsaw includes a housing containing a motor activated by a trigger assembly. A shoe member is pivotally connected to the housing of the jigsaw and establishes an angle therebetween. The jigsaw includes a keel assembly includes a blade member that generally extends from the housing beyond the shoe member. The keel assembly remains generally in line with the housing as the angle between the shoe member and the housing varies. The jigsaw also includes a latch assembly capable of retaining and releasing the keel assembly from the housing.
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