Well lets first start things off by first talking a little bit about the traditional folding ruler. We all know of its capabilities and how useful it is on a project, jobsite, or simply around the house. It has the ability to make accurate and precise measurements by having a firm body unlike that of a tape measure. It is a tool that holds high value among master craftsmen. It has been around since as long as any of us can remember.
Uniruler prototype without measurement markings
Well here at Uniruler we wanted to expand on all of its capabilites and make it function in ways we never thought possible! We wanted it to be accurate and precise in every way. We wanted to give the person using it the capability of doing so much more. Allowing the user to be more productive and effecient on their project or job. The Uniruler is the worlds first folding ruler that can scribe any size curve, replicate any wall angle, figure miters, quick scribe any measurement, measure and much more! It is also the first ruler that can be fastened directly to the workpiece.
Uniruler photo 1
Now lets talk about some of its key features. We will first start off talking about the UNIque key holes located on center of every inch marking (Uniruler photo 1). These key like holes play a very important part in the overall function of the Uniruler. They are specifically designed to have a nail, screw, or scribing utensil placed in them at any given time. The hole is designed to accomodate the nail or screw while the Uniruler pivots during the scribing of curves. While the two peg like designs above these holes allow the direct passage of a carpenter pencil or scribing utensil right onto the workpiece.
These key like holes can be used for a number of things. First they can be used to scribe any size measurement you want. This is great for projects such as paneling, tiling, woodworking, etc. Really any project where you need to transfer one measurement quickly onto another workpiece. For example "say" you have a 1 1/4 inch rip line/transfer line you need to place onto your workpiece. First measure 1 1/4 inches out from the edge of you material. Next place the body of the Uniruler against the edge of the material. After that unfold the first section so it overlaps onto your workpiece. Then simply align one of the key like holes until your measurement is shown directly throught it. Hold the Uniruler firm in place, put in your scribing utensil in the key like hole then scribe away. (video coming soon!)
The Uniruler folding sections are now 3/4 inch wide 1/8 of an inch thicker that of other folding rulers!!This added thickness actually has relevance behind it. This measurement has significant meaning in the carpentry and masonry trades. 3/4 of an inch being one half of 2x lumber and also 3/4 inch being twice the size of a standard mortar joint which is 3/8ths inch. The Uniruler uses its entirety to measure and layout out jobs.
The scribing tip (Uniruler photo 1) which is located inside the 1 inch section is one of the most important parts of the Uniruler. It gives the user the ability to scribe any size curve they want!! It is designed to compensate for odd increment measurements such as 1/4, 3/8, 7/8 etc. Now try and picture a window or a door and you want to place an arch over the opening. Say the opening is 42 1/2 inches wide. First you would find its center which is 21 1/4 inches. This is the measurement where the Uniruler will pivot to create the arch. That 1/4 inch in 21 1/4 inches is the odd increment I was talking about that the scribing tip compensates for. To scribe the curve unfold enough sections to cover half the span which is 21 1/4 inches. Next align one of the key holes at the centerpoint, fasten then scribe away at the scribing tip end.
Uniruler photo 3 Traditional folding ruler
The next key feature is the new redesigned round hinges located at the end of each folding section.(Uniruler photo 4) This great feature allows the ruler to replicate any inside or outside wall angle. If you have used a traditional folding ruler in the past you know you can not replicate a inside wall angle without its hinge design getting in the way. You wont get an accurate read!!(Uniruler photo 3) This bothered me for years!!! So I decided to do something about it!! With this feature combined with a angle gauge that is placed on the first and last sections of the Uniruler give the user the ability to figure miters.
Uniruler photo 4 Round hinge
The last feature on the Uniruler is the scribing edge. This is located on the last folding section of the Uniruler. It is similar to the grabbing edge of a tape measure and can be used just like that when measuring long spans. This scribing edge can also be used for scribing consecutive 1 inch increment measurements right down the edge of your material. This section also has a 90 degree lock out that can be used as a sqaure.
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If you have any questions or would like to purchase a Uniruler please send your inquiries to sales@uniruler.com. or simply give us a call at 781-989-2011. We are located in foxboro, Ma USA. We are in the stages of taking pre-orders. We look forward to hearing from you!!
Here is the actual UNIRULER!
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Here are some pictures of the many projects where the Uniruler scribed multiple curves in just seconds!!!.............................
If you have any questions or would like to purchase a Uniruler please send your inquiries to sales@uniruler.com. or simply give us a call at 781-989-2011. We are located in foxboro, Ma USA. We are in the stages of taking pre-orders. We look forward to hearing from you!!
Here is the actual UNIRULER!
Uniruler
Here are some pictures of the many projects where the Uniruler scribed multiple curves in just seconds!!!.............................
