Edge Finder Laser Cross Hair and Cordless

[jjr2001]

Hi Steamingbill, it is easy to use since the laser projects an X and not just a dot. The center of the projected X is the center of the spindle unlike the mechanical edge finder (which I still use when I need the best accuracy). No calculation required. Just put the cross hairs on the corner of the part and you should be very close. If you then rotate the spindle by hand (no power) you can then set the crosshair so that at least one leg is parallel to the part and on the edge of the part. No math required.

Thanks for the note Gramps43, You are correct about collimating the Laser. I just made a very close fit with the bored hole in the arbor. It is not as accurate as the mechanical edge finder but it is great for locating stock on my CNC router. The mill still gets the mechanical edge finder in my shop.

Cheers JR