Abstract: A wood working jig includes a fixed clamp plate positionable on a first side of a work piece and having a fixed top channel. The wood working jig includes a movable clamp plate positionable on a second side of the work piece opposite to the first side and having a movable top channel. The fixed and the movable clamp plates configured to be clamped to the work piece with wood clamps. The wood working jig includes a first and a second stop each engageable between the fixed and the movable top channels. The wood working jig includes a slide black (plate) having first and second guide blocks that each engage a selected one of the fixed and the movable top channels to guide translation of a router opening in the slide plate between the first and second stops.

Abstract: A power saw system including a workstation having a table top surface, a saw arm coupled to the workstation at a first hinge member, the saw arm being configured to pivot toward and away from the table top surface about the first hinge member, a circular saw coupled to a distal end of the saw arm, and a second hinge member provided to the saw arm between the first hinge member and the circular saw, the second hinge member configured such that circular saw can be selectively rotated about the second hinge member in a direction lateral to an axis of the saw arm.

Abstract: A bearing device of a portable power tool, in particular a router, has at least one main body unit. The main body unit is formed as a corner guiding unit and has a bearing surface and a lead-through opening. The bearing surface is configured to bear on a workpiece. The lead-through opening is configured to receive an insert tool configured to perform work on a workpiece.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for performing operations on a work piece comprises a flexible rail system and a multi-axis carriage. The flexible rail system may be capable of being attached to a work surface. The multi-axis carriage may be coupled to the flexible rail system. The multi-axis carriage may be capable of moving along the flexible rail system and may be capable of moving a tool in axes relative to the work surface. The tool may be single use or multi use and may be removably coupled to the frame and or carriage.

Abstract: An electrical power tool may include a base capable of contacting the work-piece, a tool main body detachably attached to the base, and an elevating mechanism that is capable of changing a relative position of the tool main body to the base. The elevating mechanism includes a male elevating member that is releasably integrated with the tool main body, a female elevating member that is attached to the base and is capable of relatively raising and lowering the male elevating member, and an integrating mechanism that is capable of releasably integrating the male elevating member with the tool main body. The tool main body is capable of being removed from the base while the male elevating member is left in the base when the male elevating member is released from the tool main body by operating the integrating mechanism.

Abstract: A hand-held jigsaw includes a saw blade and control element for automating a tracking the saw blade, the hand-held jigsaw, or both along layout lines. A sensor, preferably a camera unit, detects a layout line provided on a work piece.

Abstract: A power tool includes a base and a drive unit movable relative to the base and having a spindle and a drive device for rotatably driving the spindle. The power tool further includes a movable member mounted to the base and movable in a first mode and a second mode. A first device is coupled between the movable member and the drive unit and moves the drive unit relative to the base when the movable member moves in the first mode. A second device is coupled to the movable member and is configured to fix the drive unit in position relative to the base when the movable member moves in the second mode.

Abstract: A power tool for trimming soft materials has a power driver with a drive train engaged with a cylindrical cutter body wherein the power driver rotates the cutter body about its longitudinal axis. A plurality of mutually spaced apart cutter teeth are fixed to an exterior surface of the cutter body. The cutter teeth each have a top surface and a sidewall surface, the sidewall surface extensive between the top surface and an exterior surface of the cutter body. The top surface of each of the cutter teeth is a four-sided convex polygon and the sidewall surface includes four mutually discrete surfaces corresponding to the sides of the polygon, with each of said discrete surfaces extending between the top surface and the cutter body.

Abstract: A chip deflector repositionable as needed relative to a bottom work contacting surface of a hand-held power router. The chip deflector can be positioned in a shielding location below the bottom work contacting surface of the router. When the chip deflector is in the shielding position and the router is held so that the deflector is between the cutter and the worker it will deflect debris away from the operator. When not useful the chip deflector can instantly be repositioned to a non-shielding location flush with or above the bottom work contacting surface of the router. When in the non-shielding location no portion of the chip deflector protrudes beyond the bottom work contacting surface of the router thereby allowing the router to perform all basic routing without obstruction. Repositioning requires no tools or downtime plus safety and comfort are enhanced. Embodiments may be provided as original equipment or aftermarket retrofits.

Abstract: A routing machine comprises a plunge post, an electric motor, and a motor housing slideably connected to the plunge post. The motor housing defines an upper surface. A lockpiece selectively engages the plunge post between a locked position and an unlocked position. The lockpiece is allowed to slide relative to the plunge post along with the electric motor and motor housing when the lockpiece is in an unlocked position. The lockpiece is configured to lock in place relative to the plunge post and limit the extent to which the electric motor and motor housing may slide relative to the plunge post when the lockpiece is in the locked position. A fine adjustment mechanism is moveably connected to the lockpiece. The fine adjustment mechanism is configured to move the electric motor and motor housing relative to the plunge post when the lockpiece is in the locked position.

Abstract: The router of the present invention includes a motor housing for enclosing a motor, a support foot for receiving the motor housing, and an adjustment rod mounted to the support foot. The adjustment rod includes a first engagement part and the motor housing includes a second engagement part matched with the first engagement part. The adjustment rod can move between a first position where the first engagement part engages the second engagement part, and a second position where the first engagement part disengages from the second engagement part. As a result, both a fine and a coarse cutting depth adjustment are performed conveniently and easily.

Abstract: A portable power tool includes at least one drive unit configured to drive an insert tool, at least one housing unit in which the drive unit is disposed, and at least one marking unit configured to mark a relative position of a drive axis of the drive unit on a workpiece to be machined. The the marking unit is disposed on the housing unit.

Abstract: A fixture includes a router guide portion having a router support surface and a workpiece support surface, a drill guide portion having a drill bit member, an opening adjacent the router guide portion and the drill guide portion for accepting a workpiece, and a clamping portion. The clamping portion includes a clamping member for securing the workpiece to the router guide portion.

Abstract: An edge-band chamfering device includes a driving unit, a supporting frame unit, and a chamfering unit. The driving unit includes a main housing, a motor disposed within the main housing, and a spindle driven by the motor. The main housing includes an annular wall having an externally threaded portion. The supporting frame unit includes a fixed seat and a sleeve. The fixed seat has a sleeving portion formed with a through hole therethrough, and a fixed portion connected to a side of the sleeving portion. The sleeve has a surrounding wall disposed within the through hole. The surrounding wall has an internally threaded portion engaging the externally threaded portion. The chamfering unit includes a cutter mounted to the spindle.

Abstract: A routing machine comprises a base unit and a motor unit releasably connected to the base unit. The base unit includes a handle and a first electrical connector. The motor unit includes an electric motor, motor control circuitry configured to energize or de-energize the electric motor, and a second electrical connector connected to the motor control circuitry. The second electrical connector is configured to engage the first electrical connector when the motor unit is properly seated on the base unit. An electric switch is positioned on the base unit. The motor control circuitry is configured to deliver electric power to the electric motor when the switch is in an on position. The motor control circuitry is configured to not provide electric power to the electric motor when the switch is in an off position.

Abstract: A detachable operating handle for an elongated handheld portable power tool with a nose portion having an output shaft and a slidable operating switch having an outer recess and being configured to slide between on and off positions, the handle comprising a housing configured to cooperatively mate with the power tool housing and be attached at least to the nose portion of the power tool, the housing having an elongated handle portion, a trigger located in the bottom of the handle portion positioned to be moved between depressed and rest positions by a user's finger while holding the handle portion, a linkage mechanism for interconnecting the trigger and the switch, and the linkage mechanism having a lockout mechanism for preventing the trigger from moving the switch when the lockout mechanism is in a locked position and permitting the trigger to move the switch when in a release position.

Abstract: A hand held electrically powered planer including a housing; an electric motor mounted within the housing; a work piece engaging shoe mounted on the underside of the housing having an aperture formed therethrough; and a cutting drum rotatably mounted within the housing, which is capable of being rotatably driven by the electric motor when the electric motor is activated. A part of the cutting drum protrudes through the aperture to engage a work piece. A cutting blade is mounted on the cutting drum. A rear handle is mounted on the housing and includes an elongate shaft attached at one end only to the rear of the housing and extends forward in a lengthwise direction over a portion of the housing toward the front end of the housing. A grip is mounted or formed on the elongate shaft and there is a front handle which is mounted on the free end of the shaft forward of the grip.

Abstract: A routing machine comprises a base unit including an inner surface and a motor unit. The motor unit is releasably positioned in the base unit. The motor unit includes an outer surface engaging the inner surface of the base unit and a clamp mechanism moveable between a clamping position and a release position. The clamp mechanism is configured to apply a clamping force to the outer surface of the motor unit when in the clamping position. A moveable clamp adjustment member is positioned on the base unit. Movement of the clamp adjustment member, when the clamp mechanism is in the clamping position, adjusts the clamping force applied to the outer surface of the motor unit by the clamp mechanism.

Abstract: A routing machine comprises a base unit and a motor unit releasably connected to the base unit. The base unit includes a handle and a first electrical connector. The motor unit includes an electric motor, motor control circuitry configured to energize or de-energize the electric motor, and a second electrical connector connected to the motor control circuitry. The second electrical connector is configured to engage the first electrical connector when the motor unit is properly seated on the base unit. An electric switch is positioned on the base unit. The motor control circuitry is configured to deliver electric power to the electric motor when the switch is in an on position. The motor control circuitry is configured to not provide electric power to the electric motor when the switch is in an off position.

Abstract: A variable depth router and base assembly can include a ring-type, depth-adjustment mechanism. The base assembly can be a two-piece base wherein one piece is disposed inside the other. One of the pieces can include an annular lip or recess that can cooperate with levers on the adjustment ring to secure the router to the base assembly. The two-piece base assembly can facilitate the manufacture of the base assembly, can allow the use of different materials for different portions of the base assembly, and can provide a more economical base assembly. The use of differing materials can facilitate the using of more wear-resistant materials where needed while avoiding the costs of such materials in locations where it is not needed. The two-piece base assembly may allow various features to be economically incorporated into one of the pieces, thereby facilitating the manufacturing and assembly of the base assembly.

Abstract: A power tool comprises a base unit and a motor unit. The base unit includes a handle and a first electrical connector. The motor unit includes an electric motor and a second electrical connector. The motor unit is configured to be releasably connected to the base unit. An electrical connection is established between the first electrical connector and the second electrical connector when the motor unit is properly connected to the base unit. A sensor is configured to determine whether the motor unit is properly connected to the base unit.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method and apparatus finishing the surface of a wood piece to appear rough hewn. The apparatus comprises a hand planer having a longitudinal direction, a rotatable cutter head having at least one planning blade and a bottom surface. The bottom surface has a convex curved profile longitudinally along the hand planer. The cutter head extends below the curved profile of the bottom surface. The method comprises simultaneously translating and rocking the hand planer on the bottom surface so as to intermittently engage the cutter head against a surface so as to form a plurality of spaced apart divots therein.

Abstract: A fastening device (61) for fastening a hand router to the underside of a work platform (2) of a workbench (1) has radially outwardly extending projections which are associated with a base ring for the hand router and which may be introduced into associated fastening pockets by rotating the base ring in the work platform (2). The fastening pockets can be formed by fastening members (12) associated with the underside (2?) of the work platform (2).

Abstract: A router includes a motor assembly, at least a first rail and at least a first rolling element pair mounted to the motor assembly, where the first rolling element pair engages the first rail. The router may further include a second rail and a second rolling element pair mounted to the motor assembly, where the second rolling element pair engages the second rail.

Abstract: A routing machine comprises a first plunge post, a second plunge post, and an electric motor moveable on the routing machine relative to the first plunge post and the second plunge post. A first sleeve bearing is slideably positioned on the first plunge post with a first clearance defined between the first sleeve bearing and the first plunge post. The first sleeve bearing is configured to slide along the first plunge post when the electric motor moves relative to the first plunge post. A second sleeve bearing is slideably positioned on the second plunge post with a second clearance defined between the second sleeve bearing and the second plunge post. The second sleeve bearing is configured to slide along the second plunge post when the electric motor moves relative to the second plunge post. At least one flexible member extends from the second sleeve bearing toward the second plunge post.

Abstract: A method and a device for producing slots in workpieces are disclosed. An oscillatory drive is provided, on the output shaft of which a saw blade is accommodated by one end, and at the other end of which a cutting edge is provided. The oscillatory drive is positioned on a workpiece with a defined angle between the workpiece surface and the saw blade, the saw blade being driven in an oscillating manner and moved along a guide in a direction extending radially in relation to the output shaft. Connecting elements can be inserted into slots produced on two workpieces in this way so that they match and can be adhesively bonded to the two workpieces, in order to produce a permanent and precise connection between the workpieces.

Abstract: Versatile hand router comprising a base plate, a motor body attached to a frame and having a milling shaft, vertical supporting-guide means that support frame in a sliding manner, hand gripping means and vertical position locking means. Motor body is attached to frame by a pivoting link and can be locked in an inclined position. The router comprises a side guiding edge for resting against a trim and sliding there along. The router can be used as a surface router and also to route horizontal intersection corners between a worktop and trims and vertical intersection corners between two trims.

Abstract: A power tool, such as, for example a router. In some aspects, a router includes a base, a motor housing supported by the base, a motor supported by the motor housing, and a hand grip forming at least a portion of one of the base and the housing and being contoured to fit a hand of an operator. The one of the base and the housing may be grasped by the operator when the operator grasps the hand grip to control movement of the router on the work piece surface. In other aspects, a router includes a base, a motor housing supported by and movable relative to the base, and a motor supported by the motor housing. The base is contoured to fit a hand of an operator and includes at least one of a slot or a ridge to provide improved gripping for an operator.

Abstract: An apparatus for providing convenient grasping of a router adjacent base/motor housing includes a base for supporting a motor housing for driving a working tool. A generally L-shaped handle including a connecting member and grasping member is connected to the base for permitting a user to comfortably manipulate the power tool adjacent the motor housing. In further aspect, a removable a generally L-shaped handle includes a channel extending through the handle for directing dust and debris away from the working tool.

Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention are directed to a power router tool having an output shaft with a mechanism for attaching a working tool for engaging a work portion for performing a work operation thereon, comprising a generally cylindrical housing having a motor therein configured to drive the output shaft during operation, the housing having a nose portion from which the output shaft extends and a rear end portion opposite the nose portion, at least one switch in the housing operatively connected to the motor for controlling the operation thereof, an adjustable and removable depth guide mounted to the nose portion of the housing, the depth guide having an axial portion that is generally parallel to the output shaft and an end portion that is generally perpendicular to the output shaft, the axial and end portions having a construction that provided minimal visual obstruction during use.

Abstract: A power tool has a housing, a tool, and a guard embracing the tool that is coupleable to the housing and axially adjustable relative, so that it is safer to handle because the guard is designed as a support foot and on its outside has a jacket piece of plastic with a nonslip, rough outer surface.

Abstract: A planer comprising: a body; the body including a wall and the wall defining a recess; a cutting drum rotatably mounted within the recess, the cutting action of the drum creating debris and ejecting it from the recess; an airflow generator for producing an airflow; a conduit defined within the body for directing the airflow, the conduit connected to the recess for entraining and removing the debris ejected from the recess; a deflector connectable to the conduit for guiding the air flow and entrained debris from within the body to outside of the body, the deflector having an interior and exterior; and wherein the conduit directs the airflow from the airflow generator, over the exterior of the deflector, then downward to the vicinity of the recess where debris is entrained by the airflow, and then to the deflector before it is guided by the deflector to outside of the body.

Abstract: An apparatus for providing convenient grasping of a router adjacent base/motor housing includes a base for supporting a motor housing for driving a working tool. A generally L-shaped handle including a connecting member and grasping member is connected to the base for permitting a user to comfortably manipulate the power tool adjacent the motor housing. In further aspect, a removable a generally L-shaped handle includes a channel extending through the handle for directing dust and debris away from the working tool.

Abstract: A router includes a motor housing, a motor provided in the motor housing driving a collet for turning a cutting tool, and a base for resting on a workpiece. Support columns mounted to the base allow the motor housing to move relative to the base in a direction parallel to the rotational axis of the cutting tool. The support columns are spaced apart in a direction transverse to the rotational axis, and the motor housing is connected to the support columns by means of support members spaced apart in a direction parallel to the rotational axis.

Abstract: A router is provided, which includes a main body with a pair of coupling hollows, and a base having a pair of guide shafts standing on. Each of the pair of coupling hollows has an opening facing downward through which a corresponding guide shaft is inserted. A linear ball bearing which serves as a bushing to support a corresponding guide shaft is provided in a lower portion of at least one of the coupling hollows. With this linear ball bearing, the guide shaft can be slid in the coupling hollow smoothly.

Abstract: A router includes a motor housing containing a motor and coupled to a tool holder configured to receive a tool bit that is driven rotationally by the motor. A base receives the motor housing for movement in an axial direction along a longitudinal axis of the motor housing. A depth adjustment mechanism enables adjustment of a position of the motor housing relative to the base along the axial direction. The depth adjustment mechanism has a threaded shaft rotationally coupled to one of the motor housing and the base and a thread engaging member coupled to the other of the motor housing and the base. The threaded shaft is engageable with the thread engaging member. A seam defined in the base adjacent to the depth adjustment mechanism.

Abstract: A power tool, such as, for example a router. In some aspects, a router includes a base, a housing and a hand grip attachable to one of the base and the housing, and the hand grip may be contoured to fit a hand of an operator and may be at least partially formed of an elastomeric material. In some aspects, a router includes a housing and a hand grip connected to the housing. In some aspects, a router is operable above a workpiece and under a table. In some aspects, a router includes a base, a motor housing and an adjustment mechanism supported by at least one of the base and the motor housing for adjusting the position of the motor housing relative to the base. In some aspects, a case for a router includes a base plate operable to support a router with a bit attached to the router.

Abstract: A router depth adjustment mechanism for minimizing rapid course depth adjustment for standard and plunge routers. Routers with rapid or course adjustment mechanisms may permit a router motor housing to drop suddenly, if the user is inattentive. Sudden adjustments may result in damage to the router and potentially contact the user. The mechanism of the present invention includes a threaded shaft and a biased thread engaging member which may be disengaged for rapid adjustment. A restraining device and/or a break may be included to minimize the rate of change.

Abstract: The present invention is directed toward a quick attach and detach mechanism for a tool attachment such as a router attachment for a router. The attachment system includes a mounting adapter which may be integrally formed with the router housing or attached to the router housing as a bolt-on plate. The system works by vertically installing the tool attachment with the mounting adapter and then twisting to secure the tool attachment to the mounting adapter. A rotational lock is provided to prevent the tool attachment from inadvertently backing off or coming loose. This lock can be manually actuated to allow for quick detachment when desired. The tool attachment system is shown in association with a router which has several disclosed benefits, however there may also be applications of the system in other types of tool attachments for which coverage is also sought.

Abstract: A variable depth router and base assembly can include a ring-type, depth-adjustment mechanism. The base assembly can be a two-piece base wherein one piece is disposed inside the other. One of the pieces can include an annular lip or recess that can cooperate with levers on the adjustment ring to secure the router to the base assembly. The two-piece base assembly can facilitate the manufacture of the base assembly, can allow the use of different materials for different portions of the base assembly, and can provide a more economical base assembly. The use of differing materials can facilitate the using of more wear-resistant materials where needed while avoiding the costs of such materials in locations where it is not needed. The two-piece base assembly may allow various features to be economically incorporated into one of the pieces, thereby facilitating the manufacturing and assembly of the base assembly.

Abstract: A hand operated router having a base, with a portion that is transparent. Disposed within the base is at least one light emitting source, where the light emitting source is designed to partially emit light towards a workpiece. The light emitting source may be battery operated or may receive power from the same source as the router.

Abstract: A hand router has a housing (12) and a tool (22) situated in the housing in a rotary drivable fashion, which it is possible to operate in the intended manner by means of a suction air flow, in particular by means of a vacuum cleaner. The hand router is particularly powerful because a radial turbine wheel (32) equipped with intake and outlet gratings (44, 48) is used as the drive. The housing (12) is made up of tube-like sections (13, 14, 15), in particular that can be grasped by an operating hand, which it is possible to connect with one another by means of flanges (36, 38).

Abstract: A planer comprising: a body defining an exhaust aperture and including a wall, the wall defining a recess, a cutting drum rotatably mounted within the recess, a motor mounted within the body to rotatingly drive the cutting drum, the cutting action of the drum causing debris to be ejected from the recess; an airflow generator for producing an airflow within the body; a conduit defined within the body for directing the airflow, the conduit in communication with the exhaust aperture and connected to the recess for entraining and removing debris ejected from the recess; and a removable deflector having an inner end and an outer end, the deflector insertable through the exhaust aperture and connectable to the conduit for guiding the air flow and debris to outside of the body, and wherein the deflector is insertable at a downward slope from the outer end to the inner end.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an apparatus for providing convenient grasping of a router adjacent base/motor housing includes a base for supporting a motor housing for driving a working tool. A generally L-shaped handle including a connecting member and grasping member is connected to the base for permitting a user to comfortably manipulate the power tool adjacent the motor housing. In further aspect, a removable a generally L-shaped handle includes a channel extending through the handle for directing dust and debris away from the working tool.

Abstract: A power tool, such as, for example a router. In some aspects, a power tool includes a motor, a motor housing defining an air outlet, and a shield connectable to the motor housing and positionable to at least partially cover the air outlet to inhibit movement of debris into the motor housing through the air outlet. In some aspects of the invention, a router includes a base, a motor housing supported by the base, at least one of the base and the motor housing defining a depth adjustment column having an open end, a motor supported by the motor housing and operable to drive a tool element, a depth adjustment mechanism supported in the depth adjustment column and operable to adjust the cutting depth of the tool element, and a flexible shield connectable to the base in a position to cover the open end and to allow access to the depth adjustment mechanism through the open end.

Abstract: A debris collection container for a planer comprising a receptacle for storage of debris generated by a planer and a connector which connects the receptacle to a planer and through which debris can pass from the a planer to the receptacle, wherein the receptacle is provided an aperture through which the debris within the container can be removed, which aperture is sealed by cap, said cap releasably attachable to the receptacle by a bayonet type connector.

Abstract: A power tool having a hollow base member and a motor housing vertically, movably received in the base member. A vertical toothed bar is fixed on an outside wall of the motor housing. A gear shaft is horizontally mounted on the base member and a worm shaft is vertically mounted on the base member. A link gear that engages the toothed bar and a lock gear are both mounted on the gear shaft. The lock gear is axially movable between a first position and a second position and has a tendency to be in the first position. When the lock gear is in the first position, the lock gear engages a worm mounted on the worm shaft and is circumferentially fixed relative to the link gear. When the lock gear is in the second position, the lock gear disengages the worm and is rotatable relative to the link gear.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to an apparatus for providing convenient grasping of a router adjacent base/motor housing includes a base for supporting a motor housing for driving a working tool. A generally L-shaped handle including a connecting member and grasping member is connected to the base for permitting a user to comfortably manipulate the power tool adjacent the motor housing. In further aspect, a removable a generally L-shaped handle includes a channel extending through the handle for directing dust and debris away from the working tool.

Abstract: A router includes a motor housing, from the underside of which a tool fitting for a milling tool connected with a drive extends, and which includes a guide unit—with at least two guide columns—for the motor housing, which is displaceably accommodated on the first guide column in at least one bearing, and on the second guide column in at least a second bearing. The at least one bearing is designed at least partially as a rolling element guide.

Abstract: A router has a motor housing that includes an upper piece, and the upper piece of the motor housing includes at least two shells capable of being joined together, the parting plane of which extends essentially in the direction of a vertical axis of the router.