Re: My Router Table... 52K warning

wow...I'm speechless... makes me wanna go back and make my self a 2nd RT... anyway, mind if I ask where you purchased the router plate? and would you know if it would be compatible with a maktec? TIA.

Re: My Router Table... 52K warning

wow...I'm speechless... makes me wanna go back and make my self a 2nd RT... anyway, mind if I ask where you purchased the router plate? and would you know if it would be compatible with a maktec? TIA.

yup, my router insert plate fits a Maktec, unfortunately it would also cost more than the router itself. The router insert plate is "Pinnacle" brand made by Woodpeckers USA. my wife bought it for me when she was there.

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thanks for the info. will check them out when I get back on shore... been dying to find one that'd work with a maktec...I'm just using a "make-shift" plate at the moment y'see.

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I myself started with a home made router plate that I made out of 1/4" thick aluminum plate witha a 1 1/2" hole in the middle that I had a machine shop cut for me. my problem back the was the plat is not truly level. but it worked great for what it's worth. fabricating a plate isn't cheap. if you can find one without or with little shipping cost, it would actually be cheaper to buy one. there are lots online and with very good performance.
cheers

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It would not be hard to put leveling screws like the GMC router table I have does. If anyone is interested I'll try to take pictures and post them. The problem with homemade table saws is that the tables' wood can contract or expand or be compressed by the weight of the router and plate. So you might want to line the edge with something, epoxy would do.

I found this fantastic router table plan. It even has a lift mechanism so you don't have to access the router to adjust the bit height which is really a pain.

Hmm the file is too big, I'll try to find where I got it from and post the link later.

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Incc,
is that design from Niki? I ususally adjust my router from below, though the Triton is equipped with an above the table adjustment. I never had any problems nor is it difficult. In most plunge routers, when installed on the table it is advised that the plunge spring be removed for easier adjustments. Ah, what makes mine easy to adjust is the rack and pinion on the handle and fine adjustments that Triton has. Yes, when I had a Maktec and the spring removed it was a bit difficult to adjust. As for the sag or expansion of the table, I used two pieces of 3/4" MDF glued and screwed. it never expands or contract and I haven't had any sag.

Re: My Router Table... 52K warning

I recently made a simple box joint jig that would work even it you don't have a miter slot. I made this bec. the Leigh super 18" has a limited thickness capacity.


also has fine adjustments for tightness to eliminate wobble.

test cut to check fit.

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initially made to cut the edge band for my Drill Press table...

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but it would work on carcass that exceeds 24". here is a small project out of scrap materials.

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tuning the cut is vital, but once it is set, you can lock it in. and it will cut to the tightness or looseness of fit to your liking... I have mine on a tight fit.

BTW, I found that using an end mill would work very well in the absence of an upcut spiral bit. here are the latest bit that I bought. 1/2" and 8mm two flute end mills.

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That's a nice box joint setup. I myself am debating whether to use the table saw or the router table to make box joints. I've a dado blade set but I'm not sure if I want to bother setting it. I don't make fancy joints very often so I'm in no hurry.

I like your use of those milling bits. Please check if they rated for a router's speed? I think they are but it wouldn't hurt to make sure.

MDF is surely nice and stable. Sag would be an issue only if one put those leveling bolts which would essentially concentrate the load to a few points. Putting washers to serve as footing would also work.

Yeah, remove the spring if you are using a plunge router, I did.

Unfortunately, there is no URL in PDF file of the router table plan. The author did not even put his name. Here are few pictures from the file. I can e-mail the file to anyone who wants it.

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I'm interested to know what table saw you have?

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Sir where can i get aluminum miter guide tracks similar to yours? TIA

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Sir where can i get aluminum miter guide tracks similar to yours? TIA

local aluminum stores. got mine in aluminum power in T. Alonso, Binondo.

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Thanks sir. Would certainly get one for the router table i'm planning to build.