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Adjustable fence assembly for a miter saw

US9908257B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 11, 2014
Grant dateMar 6, 2018
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Expiry dateAug 7, 2035

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB27B27/00
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A fence system for a miter saw is configured to be adjusted along a horizontal axis while remaining aligned with the support table. The fence system includes a fence body defining first and second slots and an aperture, and a fixed base including first, second, and third bores. A first bushing extends through the first slot and includes a first opening, and a second bushing extends through the second slot and includes a second opening. A first fastener extends through the first opening into the first bore to clamp the first bushing to the fixed base, a second fastener extends through the second opening into the second bore to clamp the second bushing to the fixed base, and a third fastener extends through the opening into the third bore to releasably clamp the fence body to the fixed base.

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