How to Use a Speed Square - The Family Handyman
WEBOct 9, 2020 · Speed squares aren't just for marking 90- and 45-degree angles when you're cutting 2x4s. You can use a speed square to find roof pitches, guide your circular saw and more—including marking any angle from 0 to 90 degrees.
How to Use a Speed Square (DIYer's Guide) - Bob Vila
WEBDec 30, 2020 · Quick, grab a speed square! Also known as a rafter square or triangle square, this simple tool, invented by Albert Swanson, has been making woodworkers’ …
7 in. Speed Square, Rafter / Carpenter Square Layout Tool with …
WEBJul 6, 2020 · The Swanson Speed Square first made by Swanson's founder in 1925. This innovative tool is not only a rafter square or carpenter square, but it also combines 5 tools into 1: a try square, a miter square, a protractor, a line scriber, and a saw guide.
Speed square - Wikipedia
WEBA speed square, also called a rafter square, rafter angle square, and triangle square, is a multi-purpose triangular carpenters' tool used for marking out. Its functions include many of those of a combination square, try square, and framing square.
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WEBMay 18, 2022 · The speed square is a small triangular measurement tool that allows you to mark straight lines, find angles, and determine pitch. The term “Speed Square” is …
How to Use a Speed Square – Step By Step All the Features
WEBFeb 14, 2023 · We show you how to use a speed square (aka rafter square or triangle square) and get the most out of it for measuring, marking, and cutting.
Speed® Square - Swanson Tool Company
WEBThe Speed ® Square, made in the USA since 1925, is essential for every carpenter, construction professional, roofer, and DIYer. Multi-tool: Try square, miter square, saw …
How to Use a Speed Square for Beginners - Anika's DIY Life
WEBOct 20, 2020 · A Speed Square or carpenter’s square is one of the most basic and essential tools in woodworking. It is extremely inexpensive, accurate, and has a wide variety of uses! You often see the Speed Square being used as a way to make sure everything is perpendicular and square while building.
How to Use a Speed Square | the Basics - Instructables
WEBYou can use a speed square as a guide for power tools, mostly done with a circular saw and man is this easy! You can use a square instead of measuring out the perfect line and clamping down a guide rail.
How to Use a Speed Square - Woodsmith
WEBFeb 15, 2024 · A speed square has four main parts: Hypotenuse, sloped edge, tongue, and heel. The hypotenuse is the longest side of the triangle which runs along the top right-hand corner. The sloped edge is located on the left side, which is used to measure angles other than 90 degrees with ease.