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RE: Extrusion, or what to build router table from? - Aram - 09-10-2017
(09-09-2017, 12:22 AM)ez-duzit Wrote: 80/20 is needlessly complicating it. What more do you want than to be able to use your table saw's fence with the router?
I already have a router table that I built into my PM66 extension. I even made a split fence, a dust cabinet and DC for both. It works extremely well. But sometimes it's inconvenient for my TS to pull double duty. Occasionally I have to mess up my TS setup (fence location or stops or whatever) to make room for whatever I'm routing. Now that I have real shop space, it would be nice to have a dedicated router table.
RE: Extrusion, or what to build router table from? - Mike in kc - 09-17-2017
Do as Chris, and I have done, incorporate it into one side of your table saw, then you can use your fence and make additional attachments to go with it.
David Marks of Woodworks fame did the same thing.
![[Image: 2638%20800-L.jpg]](https://photos.smugmug.com/WOOD/WoodShop/i-Q7HNXmh/0/a2ccc0ba/L/2638%20800-L.jpg)
Mike
RE: Extrusion, or what to build router table from? - Aram - 09-17-2017
(09-17-2017, 10:26 AM)Mike in kc Wrote: Do as Chris, and I have done, incorporate it into one side of your table saw, then you can use your fence and make additional attachments to go with it.
David Marks of Woodworks fame did the same thing.
Mike
Hi Mike,
Thanks. I already put one in my table saw. For reasons mentioned above, there are times I would like to have a separate router table.
RE: Extrusion, or what to build router table from? - Stwood_ - 09-17-2017
I re-purposed old lower kitchen cabinets. I have (2) dual router tables. Very handy to use old cabs.
If you have a Habitat close by, go check em out.
As for 80/20 extrusions, there was a ebay seller that sold off cuts who was very reasonable. Look up seller 80/20
RE: Extrusion, or what to build router table from? - Big Dave - 09-21-2017
I built a modified version of Norm's table and it's as solid as you'll ever need. It's plenty heavy on it's own, but once you fill it up with bits, accessories, and more routers (
) it'll stay exactly where you want it. And for those times when you need to move it, a set of casters can easily be added...Just my two cents.
Dave
RE: Extrusion, or what to build router table from? - handi - 09-24-2017
In 30 years of professional woodworking, most as a jig and fixture maker, I have build over 100 router tables of all descriptions. Never used extrusion except for the fence.
The cool thing about router tables these days is that you can build it 100% from scratch with your own hands, buy it 100% pre-made and ready to use, or pretty much anything in between.
Kreg's metal stands are very strong and stable, I have been impressed with them. Much, much heavier gauge steel than the 'stands' that come with some inexpensive power tools.
I have made cabinets for the table and have plans for a full sized folding router table that uses 2x6 for the entire body.
The only drawback to the metal frames is storage. Building a cabinet offers the chance for drawers and doors to store your routers and accessories. I have the Kreg table, and did build a box to fit underneath with a big drawer for all the stuff they sent me with the table.
RE: Extrusion, or what to build router table from? - Lynden - 09-25-2017
(09-24-2017, 08:44 AM)handi Wrote: The only drawback to the metal frames is storage. Building a cabinet offers the chance for drawers and doors to store your routers and accessories. I have the Kreg table, and did build a box to fit underneath with a big drawer for all the stuff they sent me with the table.
Storage options for Kreg stands and tables....
https://i.pinimg.com/736x/45/d0/8b/45d08b792f4c0dc28d3660315e5f9d98--kreg-router-table-kreg-tools.jpg
https://i.pinimg.com/originals/d3/97/12/d397128b3d3ee8806da6eccfc008f4bb.jpg
https://www.richelieu.com/documents/docsGr/106/276/2/1062762/1336491_700.jpg
The Rockler stands are a little heavier than the Kreg stands (11 gauge vs. 12/16 gauge) and can also have drawers/doors added.
http://assets.rockler.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/720x720/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/4/9/49556-01-1000.jpg
http://www.rockler.com/drawer-mounting-kits-for-multi-function-shop-stand-drawer-mounting-kits
RE: Extrusion, or what to build router table from? - handi - 10-01-2017
(09-25-2017, 02:16 PM)Lynden Wrote: Storage options for Kreg stands and tables....I basically built only the bottom drawer of your first pick. Stores all my table accessories while leaving the underside mostly open which I prefer for access (the Triton Router needs to be switched on and off to raise above the table for bit changes and the locking lever is down there) and for cleaning. I just blow off the top of the box.
https://i.pinimg.com/736x/45/d0/8b/45d08b792f4c0dc28d3660315e5f9d98--kreg-router-table-kreg-tools.jpg
https://i.pinimg.com/originals/d3/97/12/d397128b3d3ee8806da6eccfc008f4bb.jpg
https://www.richelieu.com/documents/docsGr/106/276/2/1062762/1336491_700.jpg
The Rockler stands are a little heavier than the Kreg stands (11 gauge vs. 12/16 gauge) and can also have drawers/doors added.
http://assets.rockler.com/media/catalog/product/cache/1/image/720x720/9df78eab33525d08d6e5fb8d27136e95/4/9/49556-01-1000.jpg
http://www.rockler.com/drawer-mounting-kits-for-multi-function-shop-stand-drawer-mounting-kits