| 摘要 |
A system for making an accurate linear cut on work stock characterized by utilizing an indicator that is notched to reflect the distance from a power tool cutting blade to the base plate follower edge. In customizing an indicator, a straightedge is fastened to a cutting board and the indicator is butt against the straightedge. The follower edge of the power tool guides the tool as it cuts through the cutting board until it notches the indicator on its edges. Nails fasten the indicator to the cutting board and are driven through recesses in the base of the indicator, to free it for use in conjunction with the stock to be cut. An adjustable indicator can be adapted for use with a variety of power tools and comprises a pair of parallel slide rails and at least one split bracket. The bottom section of the bracket is notched and the sections of the bracket are releasably connected by a fastener. The bracket is moved along the slide rails to the point corresponding to the distance between the cutting blade and the follower edge of the base plate. The position where the cut is to be made is indicated on the work stock by scribing a pair of marks adjacent the edges of the work stock. The indicator is set on the work stock and the marks are aligned with the notches formed in the indicator. Pegs fasten the indicator to the work stock and the straightedge or a ruler is butt against the indicators to establish the cutting position. Pegs are placed in the straightedge to maintain its position relative to the work stock, and the indicators are removed therefrom. The follower edge of the base plate is then butt against the straightedge and the work stock is cut in the normal manner.
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