The finished router table. |
I had dealt with wavy lines that occur from a handheld router. I needed more stability, and since I have two routers, I decided to make a table.
I spent fifteen dollars on this project because I had most of the wood. If you need a sheet of plywood, you'll spend thirty to forty for that. It's still cheaper than buying a ready built table.
The table is heavy, which is what you want when dealing with machinery. You don't want your table walking away.
The top is (2) sheets of 3/4" plywood - 30"x18", a sheet for each end 18"x18", 2x4 bracing at the top of each end and along the runners. The runners are 2x4's, 30" long.
The router is mounted to the top with bolts. The router I'm using is ready for table mounting, if your router is not you may need to purchase an adapter.
The router mounted. |
The cut out for clearance. |
I sourced a 3 pronged cord from my scrap. The receptacle is wired so that the switch controls the outlet. You can find a diagram online. You need to remove the tab so that jumper from the outlet hot connects to the switch neutral. This controls the receptacle.
I also made a fence for the router. The current plan is to clamp it to the table, though I may make channels for it in the future.
The rear of the fence. |
The front of the fence with cutout. |
The fence clamped in place. |
Holes drilled for tools. |
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