Patent ID: 6427677
Filing Date: 2002-08-06
Classification: B23D,B28D

Abstract:
A saw comprising:a base having a first length extending generally along a first direction; a table disposed on the base; a saw unit disposed on the base one of the table and the saw unit being movable relative to the base along the first direction over a range which exceeds the first length; a first stationary rail connected to the base and extending generally along the first direction; a first movable rail engaging the first stationary rail and extending generally parallel to the first stationary rail, the first movable rail being connected to the one of the table and saw unit; and a first rack disposed on the first movable rail, and a first pinion disposed on one of the base and the first stationary rail, wherein the first pinion meshes with the first rack so that the first movable rail moves along the first direction upon rotation of the first pinion.