Chapter 10: 1981-1990
10: 5. Technological development
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The return of Shopsmith -- a major development for amateur woodworkers -- included the launch of the bi-monthly magazine, Hands On.
The aftermarket Paralok Fence System is Introduced.
How it works.
The
Paralok fence works on the same principle as a drafting table. Super
strong aircraft cable (5/64", 49 strand) runs in a closed loop around 6
precision ground ball bearing pulleys located underneath the rails. The
aircraft cable is engaged by the fence in both the front and rear. Move
the front end 1/64" and the back goes 1/64".
Single handed
operation. Lift up the handle and slide the fence down the rails with
one hand. Use the combination of the tape mounted on the front rail and
the vernier cursor next to the handle to set the fence at intervals of
1/64" You'll march right through your cutting list without having to
stop the motor.
Both the front and rear lock. Two hefty locks,
each with 750 pounds clamping pressure, independently lock the fence to
the front and rear rails without squeezing the rails together No
distortion at the rear, no kickbacks due to binding the material.
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