|
RULER STAND For laying out on a surface plate, a ruler stand was made which is to be used in conjunction with a scribing block. The scribing block can be seen in Article #6. The material used for the ruler stand is mild steel. |
|
|
|
RULER STAND For laying out on a surface plate, a ruler stand was made which is to be used in conjunction with a scribing block. The scribing block can be seen in Article #6. The material used for the ruler stand is mild steel. |
|
|
 |
Cutting rough sizes on the bandsaw. |
 |
The material ready for machining. The base measures 25x40x55. The vertical post measures 10x25x55 mm. |
 |
The vise is accurately aligned prior to machining. |
 |
The base block is sized and trued. |
 |
Making a wide channel in the base to accommodate the vertical bar.
|
 |
The vertical bar held on the milling table for cutting the ruler
slot. The slot depth is 0.5 mm. |
 |
The parts are ready for assembly which must be done on a surface plate. The following sequence is recommended : Attach the vertical bar to the base with the two fasteners. Place the ruler in its groove allowing the ruler end to contact the surface plate. [This assures that the starting point of the ruler is positioned on the surface of the plate.] Tighten the screw at the top of the ruler, and add instant glue to hold the bottom of the ruler in place. |
 |
The completed ruler stand is positioned on the surface plate, ready for use with the scribing block. |
 |
