Patent ID: 7216572
Filing Date: 2007-05-15
Classification: B23D,B23Q,Y10T

Abstract:
1. A woodworking apparatus including a sawdust collector, the woodworking apparatus having a horizontal worktable, a base below the worktable, and a tool extending above the worktable surface for cutting wood objects on the worktable surface, the base allowing sawdust generated by the tool to fall into a space below the worktable, and a first fastener structure provided on the base, the sawdust collector removably attached to the base for collecting sawdust during use of the table saw, the sawdust collector comprising: a container having an upper opening, inwardly sloping sides and a bottom portion, the bottom portion including a closure and a vacuum connector device, the closure being manipulable into an open position for permitting the removal of dust collected in the container, or into a closed position, and the vacuum connector being connectable to a vacuum source; wherein the container includes a second fastener structure along the upper opening, and wherein the second fastener structure is removably attached to the first fastener structure on the base.