sliding bevel

Tool family: edge Tool origin: equivalent emergence

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Description

Used to transfer and replicate precise angles for layout and cutting tasks. The sliding bevel features a flat, adjustable blade that pivots within a solid stock, allowing the user to set and lock any desired angle. Its design enables easy measurement of both standard and compound angles from existing workpieces or plans. The tool’s stability and accuracy make it indispensable for marking angled cuts, ensuring consistent and exact joins across multiple components.

Safety advise

When using rulers and pencils, aim to work precisely with light, fine strokes for best results.

Properties

Needed resources
  • pencil
Tool properties
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Precision
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Minimum material dimensions
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Resulting surface
marked
Process type
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Working direction
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  • own creation

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