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**challagan** · 05-26-2007, 08:36 PM

Well i wanted a light weight portable table that was small in size and I could use it like an Oak Park table and use a palm router in it for doing quick dados and rebates, round overs and such for my box work. I used the Bosch Colt Trim router in this table mounted it on an Oak Park 7 inch base that I ordered with no mounting holes. I also ordered a brass insert to work with smaller bits and one of the Oak Park fences and the rubber handled clamps. I love those Anyway, here are some shots of the table. Sorry for the crappy look inside, I forgot to clean it up after the forstner bit got some tear out on the underneath. I used the Kreg Jig for assembling the table. It works good but was a lot of work and my back is aching. First run with the router plate the bearing wasn't locked on the top bearing bit and you know what that means. Second time my clamp gave way and the third time around which is the way I should of done it anyway was use double stick tape. So I made a few pieces of firewood! Anyway, it works good, changing bits is much like using and Oak Park table. I think I will be able to use the space fences on it as well.

Top dimensions are 22 wide by 14 inch deep.

Corey

**bobj3** · 05-26-2007, 09:35 PM

Hi Corey

Looks nice now you got me going and I see what you are talking about, I can always use just one more router table and I like yours alot,,, next week I guess I will make one also ,thanks for the snapshots...

I have one question ,,, are you using the table backwards ? or to say pushing the stock from the side with the clamp handle down...or the other side with the clamp knob up....
see snapshot below...

**challagan** · 05-26-2007, 10:10 PM

Thanks Bj

I did make that cut backwards as it was a little grabby... and then I took a photo. After the photo I made a daddo on the other side of the same board and it took off like a shot gun

Not used to this style of fence in that orientation. I had to stand there and think of Bob standing behind the router table talking to the camera and then it hit me....duh I am doing it backwards. I am used to feeding from right to left the length of the table. Which I can still do and will use the spacer fences that way. But I like it.

Bob, this router works great in a table. When you unlock it it will be in the free mode and you can rough set it and then turn it to the left and it is semi locked in and ready to fine adjust with the fine adjust knob and then lock it down. The only draw back is weight which was part of the idea but it is so light that it is easy to knock it up out of it's spot from underneath. OF course that is a non issue with the fence.

Can't wait to see what yah come up with. Thanks again,

corey

Corey

Joe Lyddon · 05-26-2007, 11:30 PM

Although I can see the use of a small table...

What real difference does it make?

As long as the router can hold the desired bit using the Oak Park top, that's the main objective (I think)?

Why do you really "need" another table for a smaller router?

If it's a speed problem, just reduce the speed of the main router... (?)

Another table is just another "thing" that has to be stored somewhere; in my case, that space is very hard to come by.

Just curious as to why it's really "needed"... or maybe it's just "wanted"?

**challagan** · 05-26-2007, 11:39 PM

"What real difference does it make?"

Plenty to me. I wanted a small light weight table with a light duty router. I don't have to get out the big Bench Dog as it is heavy and has a big 3 HP DW 625 router in it. I will use it to grab and easy to set up and do light duty cutting, primarily boxes and small clocks.

"As long as the router can hold the desired bit using the Oak Park top, that's the main objective (I think)?"

Not sure what you mean Joe. I stated my objective above.

"If it's a speed problem, just reduce the speed of the main router... (?)"

Not a speed problem. Lowering the speed much for anything but a large bit doesn't give a good cut. This table is for all smallish 1/4 shank bits and box work.

"Why do you really "need" another table for a smaller router?"

Stated above and in the original post.

"Just curious as to why it's really "needed"... or maybe it's just "wanted"?"

Needed and wanted as stated above. We all have different needs and wants, this was mine.

Corey

Joe Lyddon · 05-26-2007, 11:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by challagan

"What real difference does it make?"

Plenty to me. I wanted a small light weight table with a light duty router. I don't have to get out the big Bench Dog as it is heavy and has a big 3 HP DW 625 router in it. I will use it to grab and easy to set up and do light duty cutting.

"As long as the router can hold the desired bit using the Oak Park top, that's the main objective (I think)?"

Not sure what you mean Joe. I stated my objective above.

"If it's a speed problem, just reduce the speed of the main router... (?)"

Not a speed problem. Lowering the speed much for anything but a large bit doesn't give a good cut. This table is for all 1/4 shank bits.

"Why do you really "need" another table for a smaller router?"

Stated above and in the original post.

"Just curious as to why it's really "needed"... or maybe it's just "wanted"?"

Needed and wanted as stated above. We all have different needs and wants, this was mine.

Corey

I wasn't aware of what you did in the first place...

I just go to THE router table and use it... I don't have to setup anything... it's there... ready to use...

From my method of use, it would be more work for me.

From your method of use, it would be easier to select the smaller / lighter one if that one suits the purpose, etc. as you point out.

Sorry for the misunderstanding...

**bobj3** · 05-26-2007, 11:59 PM

Just my 2 cents why I want one also

It's like a hammer,,,,if you are putting in a tack why would you want to use a 10lb. one

I want it for small jobs like a 4' x 4" boxes and lids ,etc. and many other router jobs that come along all the time.

Bj

**challagan** · 05-27-2007, 12:00 AM

Joe, if you had read my original post you would have known it. If you just go to THE router table and use it, then your shop space isn't as small as mine.

Corey

Joe Lyddon · 05-27-2007, 12:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by challagan

Joe, if you had read my original post you would have known it. If you just go to THE router table and use it, then your shop space isn't as small as mine.

Corey

Corey, I went back and read it again... I didn't see where you mentioned

"I wanted a small light weight table with a light duty router. I don't have to get out the big Bench Dog as it is heavy and has a big 3 HP DW 625 router in it. I will use it to grab and easy to set up and do light duty cutting. "

Anyway, your point is well taken based on your method of operations.

I have a table that I am using for FREE... It takes up about 2' x 3' of space which I have managed to make available.

cabinetman · 05-27-2007, 04:18 AM

It's a "space" thing in conjunction with a "want" thing. When I had all kinds of space, I had a table set up just for straightedging, nothing else. It was like a mini jointer that took off 1/32" or 1/16" only.

Those were the days my shop was in full tilt. Even then I maintained a small portable table with a router using only a 1/4" collet. I didn't use a trim router, but a larger one for mouldings. Actually it got used as much or more that the stationary station. I would give it a vacation from the shop on occasion. It got fun outings to the jobsite.

For the procedures that require the same setup used all the time, like machining drawers, I kept a setup for particular operations just for the convenience. When space is no object it's great. When it is, our creativity has to kick in.

05-26-2007, 08:36 PM	#1
challagan Retired Moderator Supreme Forum King Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 3,943 View challagan's Gallery	My Mini'Router Table... Well i wanted a light weight portable table that was small in size and I could use it like an Oak Park table and use a palm router in it for doing quick dados and rebates, round overs and such for my box work. I used the Bosch Colt Trim router in this table mounted it on an Oak Park 7 inch base that I ordered with no mounting holes. I also ordered a brass insert to work with smaller bits and one of the Oak Park fences and the rubber handled clamps. I love those Anyway, here are some shots of the table. Sorry for the crappy look inside, I forgot to clean it up after the forstner bit got some tear out on the underneath. I used the Kreg Jig for assembling the table. It works good but was a lot of work and my back is aching. First run with the router plate the bearing wasn't locked on the top bearing bit and you know what that means. Second time my clamp gave way and the third time around which is the way I should of done it anyway was use double stick tape. So I made a few pieces of firewood! Anyway, it works good, changing bits is much like using and Oak Park table. I think I will be able to use the space fences on it as well. Top dimensions are 22 wide by 14 inch deep. Corey __________________ My Carving Website: The Iowa Woodcarver http://iowacarver.tripod.com/ My Shop Website - Woodshop 51503 http://woodshop51503.tripod.com/ Last edited by challagan; 07-14-2008 at 10:37 PM.
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05-26-2007, 09:35 PM	#2
bobj3 Forum Contributer Supreme Forum King Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Littleton,Colorado U.S.A. Posts: 7,083 View bobj3's Gallery	Hi Corey Looks nice now you got me going and I see what you are talking about, I can always use just one more router table and I like yours alot,,, next week I guess I will make one also ,thanks for the snapshots... I have one question ,,, are you using the table backwards ? or to say pushing the stock from the side with the clamp handle down...or the other side with the clamp knob up.... see snapshot below... Attached Thumbnails __________________ *Router Tables plans FREE, plus more* http://www.absolutelyfreeplans.com/W...p_projects.htm Router Tip Archive http://www.routerworkshop.com/router_tip_glossary.html Calculators http://www.routerforums.com/dynamic-calculators/
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05-26-2007, 10:10 PM	#3
challagan Retired Moderator Supreme Forum King Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 3,943 View challagan's Gallery	Thanks Bj I did make that cut backwards as it was a little grabby... and then I took a photo. After the photo I made a daddo on the other side of the same board and it took off like a shot gun Not used to this style of fence in that orientation. I had to stand there and think of Bob standing behind the router table talking to the camera and then it hit me....duh I am doing it backwards. I am used to feeding from right to left the length of the table. Which I can still do and will use the spacer fences that way. But I like it. Bob, this router works great in a table. When you unlock it it will be in the free mode and you can rough set it and then turn it to the left and it is semi locked in and ready to fine adjust with the fine adjust knob and then lock it down. The only draw back is weight which was part of the idea but it is so light that it is easy to knock it up out of it's spot from underneath. OF course that is a non issue with the fence. Can't wait to see what yah come up with. Thanks again, corey Corey __________________ My Carving Website: The Iowa Woodcarver http://iowacarver.tripod.com/ My Shop Website - Woodshop 51503 http://woodshop51503.tripod.com/ Last edited by challagan; 05-26-2007 at 11:23 PM.
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05-26-2007, 11:30 PM	#4
Joe Lyddon Banned Supreme Forum King Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Alta Loma, CA USA Posts: 2,168 View Joe Lyddon's Gallery	Although I can see the use of a small table... What real difference does it make? As long as the router can hold the desired bit using the Oak Park top, that's the main objective (I think)? Why do you really "need" another table for a smaller router? If it's a speed problem, just reduce the speed of the main router... (?) Another table is just another "thing" that has to be stored somewhere; in my case, that space is very hard to come by. Just curious as to why it's really "needed"... or maybe it's just "wanted"?
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05-26-2007, 11:39 PM	#5
challagan Retired Moderator Supreme Forum King Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 3,943 View challagan's Gallery	"What real difference does it make?" Plenty to me. I wanted a small light weight table with a light duty router. I don't have to get out the big Bench Dog as it is heavy and has a big 3 HP DW 625 router in it. I will use it to grab and easy to set up and do light duty cutting, primarily boxes and small clocks. "As long as the router can hold the desired bit using the Oak Park top, that's the main objective (I think)?" Not sure what you mean Joe. I stated my objective above. "If it's a speed problem, just reduce the speed of the main router... (?)" Not a speed problem. Lowering the speed much for anything but a large bit doesn't give a good cut. This table is for all smallish 1/4 shank bits and box work. "Why do you really "need" another table for a smaller router?" Stated above and in the original post. "Just curious as to why it's really "needed"... or maybe it's just "wanted"?" Needed and wanted as stated above. We all have different needs and wants, this was mine. Corey __________________ My Carving Website: The Iowa Woodcarver http://iowacarver.tripod.com/ My Shop Website - Woodshop 51503 http://woodshop51503.tripod.com/ Last edited by challagan; 05-26-2007 at 11:45 PM.
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05-26-2007, 11:59 PM	#7
bobj3 Forum Contributer Supreme Forum King Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Littleton,Colorado U.S.A. Posts: 7,083 View bobj3's Gallery	Just my 2 cents why I want one also It's like a hammer,,,,if you are putting in a tack why would you want to use a 10lb. one I want it for small jobs like a 4' x 4" boxes and lids ,etc. and many other router jobs that come along all the time. Bj __________________ *Router Tables plans FREE, plus more* http://www.absolutelyfreeplans.com/W...p_projects.htm Router Tip Archive http://www.routerworkshop.com/router_tip_glossary.html Calculators http://www.routerforums.com/dynamic-calculators/
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05-27-2007, 12:00 AM	#8
challagan Retired Moderator Supreme Forum King Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Iowa Posts: 3,943 View challagan's Gallery	Joe, if you had read my original post you would have known it. If you just go to THE router table and use it, then your shop space isn't as small as mine. Corey __________________ My Carving Website: The Iowa Woodcarver http://iowacarver.tripod.com/ My Shop Website - Woodshop 51503 http://woodshop51503.tripod.com/
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05-27-2007, 04:18 AM	#10
cabinetman Registered User Forum Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 166 View cabinetman's Gallery	It's a "space" thing in conjunction with a "want" thing. When I had all kinds of space, I had a table set up just for straightedging, nothing else. It was like a mini jointer that took off 1/32" or 1/16" only. Those were the days my shop was in full tilt. Even then I maintained a small portable table with a router using only a 1/4" collet. I didn't use a trim router, but a larger one for mouldings. Actually it got used as much or more that the stationary station. I would give it a vacation from the shop on occasion. It got fun outings to the jobsite. For the procedures that require the same setup used all the time, like machining drawers, I kept a setup for particular operations just for the convenience. When space is no object it's great. When it is, our creativity has to kick in.
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