Woodworking – Splitting machine – Tapered or wedge shaped product
Patent
1980-07-15
1983-03-22
Bray, W. D.
Woodworking
Splitting machine
Tapered or wedge shaped product
24257, 2482184, 254 93H, B27L 700
Patent
active
043771904
ABSTRACT:
A log splitter having a manually adjustable wedge and a power driven base for supporting the log and forcing it upwardly into the splitting wedge. The wedge is supported by a carriage that is releasably secured to two standards by a pair of quick-release clamps, operable with one hand. The support includes a central projection extending toward and in alignment with the terminus of the wedge to minimize twisting moments generated by the splitting forces.
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Barrett E. Thorpe
Bray W. D.
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