Modular table saw guarding system upper guard barrier
US8096220B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 8, 2007 |
| Grant date | Jan 17, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 30, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10T83/872
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
Embodiments are directed to a modular saw guard system for a power saw having a top and a vertically adjustable blade, the system comprises a riving knife mechanism, a blade guard mechanism that is releasably mounted to the riving knife mechanism when the riving knife mechanism is at least in its extended position, the blade guard mechanism generally covering the blade and being adjustable to enable a work piece to be moved into cutting position by the blade and a kickback prevention mechanism that is releasably mounted to the riving knife mechanism when the riving knife mechanism is at least in its extended position, the kickback prevention mechanism being configured to engage a work piece as it is being cut by the blade and apply resistance to prevent the work piece from being expelled in the reverse direction.
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