Can anyone identify the purpose of the circled cut out in this Empire Levels rafter square. It isn't identified in the instructions. Screenshot_2018-12-28-20-53-19_temp.jpg
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Can anyone identify the purpose of the circled cut out in this Empire Levels rafter square. It isn't identified in the instructions. Screenshot_2018-12-28-20-53-19_temp.jpg
Last edited by Lee Schierer; 12-29-2018 at 9:39 AM.
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The slot is @ 3.5". Used for scribing a parallel line.
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Lee
I'm no expert on speed squares, but I believe that cut out is used to square to an already established line.
If an already establish, drawn line, is aligned along the edge of that cutout, the edge of the speed square will be 90 degrees to that line, and can thus be marked. I think mine has a diamond,and not that trapezoid shape, but it's in the same place on my speed square.
They're a complicated little tool for a piece of stamped aluminum. Every time I need to use one, I have to watch a few Youtube videos.
Last edited by Mike Cutler; 12-29-2018 at 9:29 AM.
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I believe you are correct. It serves the same purpose as the diamond on a Swanson.
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