Datum Tools Ltd (Flipstop)

Flipstop is a unique measuring stop system which can be used on most types of machine tools to provide accurate, repeatable machining operations easily and quickly. It is cost-effective to install, simple to use and saves the time and effort of measuring, marking and clamping blocks of wood to a machine fence. Flipstop consists of a metal track with measuring scale which is fitted to a fence. Pivoting stops are moved along the track to the required position. When not in use, the stop is simply flipped up and out of the way. A number of stops can be fitted onto the track, which makes it possible to keep multiple settings on a single unit and simply to ‘flip’ between settings with no further adjustments. In this way, Flipstop can reduce set up time by as much as 80% and often reduce handling by 50%. This time saving can result in substantial cost reductions. Whether machining one piece to size or working through a lengthy cutting list, Flipstop will speed production by removing the measuring and marking process.