Patent ID: 7677281
Filing Date: 2010-03-16
Classification: B23C,B27C,B27G,Y10T

Abstract:
1. 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, said router tool comprising: a generally cylindrical housing having a motor therein configured to drive the output shaft during operation, said housing having a nose portion with an outer end surface from which the output shaft extends and a rear end portion opposite said nose portion; at least one switch in said housing operatively connected to said motor for controlling the operation thereof; an adjustable and removable depth guide mounted to said nose portion of said housing, said 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, said axial and end portions being integrally formed from a stiff wire having a generally circular cross section that provides minimal visual obstruction during use.