Multifunctional speed square

Abstract

The present invention is a new multipurpose speed square that is easily utilized by any workman who typically requires a means for measuring, aligning, leveling, etc. The speed square is multi-functional, of simple construction, lightweight and portable. The speed square can be easily carried as an all-in-one tool and thus eliminates the need for additional tools, or the like. The speed square that can be manufactured from substantially any suitable material of engineering choice, is cost effective to produce, manufacture, easily marketed and easily sold.

Claims

1. A multifunctional speed square comprising in combination: a triangular base member having a first edge; a second edge; a third edge; a top surface; a first level means, a second level means; a third level means, a fourth level means; a flange; and magnets; said top surface having measuring means used for measuring a length of an object when said object is positioned in a flush manner against said first edge, said top surface having a plurality of pitch selectors aligned thereon above said second edge configured to indicate a plurality of different angles, said first level means is configured to indicate when said first edge is level in a horizontal aligned position, said second level means is configured to indicate when said third edge is level in a vertical aligned position, said third level means is configured to indicate when said second edge is level in a diagonal angular aligned position, said fourth level means comprising a laser target card plate embedded within said triangular base member and operable to reflect a laser beam for determining a distance, wherein the laser target card plate, the first level means, the second level means, and the third level means are all disposed in the top surface, and the laser target card plate comprises a visually, discernable target center point location at a first distance from the first edge and a second distance from the third edge, wherein the first distance is about two inches, and wherein said flange is attached onto said third edge, said magnets are embedded into said flange and said magnets have a flush relationship within said flange.

2. The multifunctional speed square of claim 1 wherein said flange may be produced in various shapes of engineering choice such as flat or curved so as to have a mating relationship with said object when said object is positioned against said flange.

3. The multifunctional speed square of claim 1 wherein each said level means is a standard bubble level, each said level means being positioned and frictionally retained within a respective cavity formed within said triangular base member.

4. The multifunctional speed square of claim 1 wherein said magnets allow said flange to be magnetically attracted and removably attached onto a metal object.

5. The multifunctional speed square of claim 1 further includes at least one cut out section from said triangular base member for reduced weight and is aesthetically pleasing.

6. The multifunctional speed square of claim 1, wherein the reflective laser target card plate is further operable to reflect a laser beam for simultaneously determining a vertically aligned location and a horizontally aligned location.

7. The multifunctional speed square of claim 1, wherein the first distance is equal to the second distancé.

Description

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

(1) FIG. 1 is substantially a front side view depicting the preferred embodiment for the present invention.

(2) FIG. 2 is substantially a left side end view illustrating an attached flange including attachment means and magnets.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

(3) Referring now in detail to the drawings wherein like characters refer to like elements throughout the various views. As illustrated in FIG. 1, (10) represents an overview for the preferred embodiment for the multifunctional speed square of the present invention. It is to be understood the multifunctional speed square (10) can be made of any suitable material of engineering choice. Including but not limited to wood, plastic, metal, acrylic, aluminum, or the like.

(4) The multifunctional speed square (10) is formed in combination from a triangular base member (12) having a first edge (12-a), a second edge (12-b) a third edge (12-c) and a top surface (12-d). The top surface (12-d) having measuring means (14) thereon, such as a ruler or the like, used for measuring the length of an object, when the object is positioned in a flush manner against the first edge (12-a) (object not shown). The top surface (12-d) having a plurality of pitch selectors (16) aligned thereon above the second edge (12-b) and configured to indicate a plurality of different angles.

(5) The multifunctional speed square (10) further including in combination a first level means (18), a second level means (20), a third level means (22), a fourth level means (24), a flange (26) and magnets (30). The first level means (18) indicates when the first edge (12-a) is level in a horizontal aligned position. The second level means (20) indicates when the third edge (12-c) is level in a vertical aligned position. The third level means (22) indicates when the second edge (12-b) is level in a diagonal angular aligned position. The fourth level means (24) indicates distance from an object (object not shown) and/or horizontal and vertical alignment thereof. The flange (26) is either fixedly or removably attached onto the third edge (12-c) by any suitable attachment means of engineering choice. For example but not limited to screws (28) or the like. The magnets (30) are embedded into the flange (26) and are affixed in place by any suitable attachment means of engineering choice, such as glue (not shown). It is to be noted the screws (28) and the magnets (30) have a flush relationship within the flange (26). Also, the flange (26) may be produced in various shapes of engineering choice, such as flat or curved so as to have a mating relationship with diversely shaped objects when the object is positioned against the flange (26).

(6) It is to be further understood each of the level means (18, 20 and 22) cay be of any suitable type, such as standard bubble levels and each may be positioned within a respective cavity and each have a friction fit therein. Still further, the fourth level means (24) may be of any suitable type of engineering choice. For example, the fourth level means (24) may be a typical laser target card plate (24) embedded within the triangular base member (12) and functions with a typical target laser beam (not shown). For example, a standard laser target card plate and a standard target laser beam such as produced and sold by DEWALT™ is most functional. It is to be further noted, the magnets (30) may be of any suitable type which will allow the flange (26) to be magnetically attracted and removably attached onto a metal object, such as a metal rafter, metal beam or the like.

(7) The multifunctional speed square may further include at least one or more cut out section(s) (32) from the triangular base member (12) for reduced weight and is also aesthetically pleasing.

(8) It can now be seen herein presented and taught is a new multipurpose speed square that is easily utilized by any workman who typically requires a means for measuring, aligning, leveling, etc. The speed square is, multi-functional, of simple construction, lightweight and portable. The speed square can be easily carried as an all-in-one tool and thus eliminates the need for additional tools and can be manufactured from substantially any suitable material of engineering choice. Also, the speed square is cost effective to produce, manufacture, easily marketed and easily sold.

(9) Although the invention has been herein shown and described in what is conceived to be the most practical and preferred embodiment, it is recognized that departures may be made there from within the scope and spirit of the invention, which is not to be limited to the details disclosed herein but is to be accorded the full scope of the claims so as to embrace any and all equivalent devices and apparatuses.