US4289305A
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Work piece holder for woodworking machine
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1979-12-14
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Granted: 1981-09-15
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Expires: 1999-12-14
Abstract
Abstract For use with a spindle molder or similar milling machine, there is provided a holder in which a plurality of work pieces can be mounted for movement in unison of each into engagement with the cutting tool by actuation of the holder. Provision is also made for contact with a power feeder so that the work piece holder can be power-driven across the table.
Inventors
- 👤 Gary W. Penner
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-27 23:59
CPC Classifications
B; B27; B27B; B27B25/00; B27B25/10; Y; Y10; Y10S; Y10S409/00; Y10S409/903; Y10T; Y10T409/00; Y10T409/30; Y10T409/30868; Y10T409/309016; Y10T409/309072
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 8
Claim 1
Independent Claim
162 words
A work piece holder for a woodworking machine wherein said machine has a power-driven cutting tool, a table adjacent the cutting tool over which the work pieces are progressed, a guide on said table for guiding the work pieces and a power feeder having power-driven wheels for contacting and feeding the work past the cutting tool, said work holder comprising: a base on which a plurality of work pieces are placed; a first ledge on one side of said base forming an edge against which the work pieces are aligned; clamping means for exerting and edgewise pressure on said work pieces to hold them tightly in alignment with said ledge; a holding member fitting over the work pieces and aligned with the power-driven wheels of the power feeder and including a top surface on which the wheels can ride; and means for guiding said work piece holder along said table guide to bring the work pieces into contact with said cutting tool.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
162 words
A work piece holder for a woodworking machine wherein said machine has a power-driven cutting tool, a table adjacent the cutting tool over which the work pieces are progressed, a guide on said table for guiding the work pieces and a power feeder having power-driven wheels for contacting and feeding the work past the cutting tool, said work holder comprising: a base on which a plurality of work pieces are placed; a first ledge on one side of said base forming an edge against which the work pieces are aligned; clamping means for exerting and edgewise pressure on said work pieces to hold them tightly in alignment with said ledge; a holding member fitting over the work pieces and aligned with the power-driven wheels of the power feeder and including a top surface on which the wheels can ride; and means for guiding said work piece holder along said table guide to bring the work pieces into contact with said cutting tool.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
34 words
A work piece holder as defined in claim 1 wherein said means for guiding said work holder comprises a land fixed to said base in position to ride along the guide of said table.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
25 words
A work piece holder as defined in claim 1 wherein said ledge includes means for holding said holding member in place over the work pieces.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
25 words
A work piece holder as defined in claim 1 including a second ledge fixed to said base in spaced parallel relationship to said first ledge.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
17 words
A work piece holder as defined in claim 4 wherein said second ledge supports said clamping means.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
23 words
A work piece holder as defined in claim 1 including a fence extending perpendicular to said first ledge for aligning said work pieces.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
23 words
A work piece holder as defined in claim 5 including a fence extending perpendicular to said first ledge for aligning said work pieces.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1984-09-14 | 1985-03-16 | 1985-09-15 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1988-09-14 | 1989-03-16 | 1989-09-15 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1992-09-14 | 1993-03-16 | 1993-09-15 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |