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Trouble reading file
I tried reading the file into BobCad v21 and it failed. Can you provide it in a dxf?
Steve.
Hi,
I tried reading the file into BobCad v21 and it failed. Can you provide it in a dxf?
Steve.
Wanted! pictures of your router table!
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Cheap table/cabinet made mostly from scrap plywood left over from other projects. Paddle switch is a 'designer' wall switch mounted so that finger has to go into hole to turn it on and hit the paddle anywhere shuts it off. Went through a couple of stages. First used a HF fence. Later added a higher and more adjustable version. Routed into the fence T-tracks at two different heights. Made an insert across the front of the table with miter and t-track slots routed into some scrap wood. Modified the DC outlet using 4" carpet tube and some cutoffs from shop vac. Couple of stop blocks, hold-downs and bit protection pretty much completed the unit.
Mike
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Sorry, Steve, I overlooked your posting. (My focus is elsewhere.)
Attached are two versions of the DXF file. One is the AutoCAD 2004 ASCII version and the other is AutoCAD 2007 Binary version.
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You're welcome, Steve.
I use IntelliCAD 6 Pro, not AutoCAD. Maybe IntelliCAD didn't convert to binary properly.
[Edit] I downloaded the binary file from above and it loaded into IntelliCAD okay.
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"Kreg" Precision Router Table with cabinet...
Here are pictures of my Kreg Router Table with cabinet...
Here are pictures of my Kreg Router Table with cabinet...
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More pictures...
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Last few pictures...
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What is your units of measure on this cad file? I imported and the top view is 10.25" deep. What should the overall dimensions be? Thanks.
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Hi Mark:
I usually work directly in 1 CAD unit = 1 inch.
The cyan coloured circle near the centre of the drawing has a radius of 1.5 inches. If one does a LIST command on it, CAD should respond with a radius of 1.5000. And the top view is 10.25" deep (also 10.25 units deep.)
Yellow portion of the sled measures:
10.25" deep
7.25" wide
9" high
The material is CADded as 0.74" thick MDF.
The magenta-coloured rod is 3/4" dia x 18.00" Quick L stainless steel rod.
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Thanks, I'll check it out. I imported into Rhino and may have had the setting defaulted to mm. I changed units and now the sizes look a bit more in range. Thanks.
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Just a couple of shots of a little table I threw together the last few days. Total out of pocket was zero as everything came out of the scrap heap.
Plate is acrylic, about 7/32" x 7-1/2" x ~9", top and fence is an old countertop cutoff I got from a Home Center mill shops dumpster. Fence also incorporated a scrap piece of 3/4 ply. Total time was 4-5 hrs. The thing was built specifically for the Colt angle base. Works pretty well but I'm still not sure if it is better to have the bit angled toward or away from the fence. It can go either way so I can play with it with no big changes.
The substrate on the top and fence is particle board so I don't expect a long life before is warps enough to be unusable but that's not a big deal, I can just toss another together.
I may end up opening the hole in the fence so I can use a slot cutter, right now it is just 3/4" wide. I also didn't make much provision for dust collection as I don't anticipate any long runs on it. Kinda hope I'm wrong there, kinda neat to play with
Just a couple of shots of a little table I threw together the last few days. Total out of pocket was zero as everything came out of the scrap heap.
Plate is acrylic, about 7/32" x 7-1/2" x ~9", top and fence is an old countertop cutoff I got from a Home Center mill shops dumpster. Fence also incorporated a scrap piece of 3/4 ply. Total time was 4-5 hrs. The thing was built specifically for the Colt angle base. Works pretty well but I'm still not sure if it is better to have the bit angled toward or away from the fence. It can go either way so I can play with it with no big changes.
The substrate on the top and fence is particle board so I don't expect a long life before is warps enough to be unusable but that's not a big deal, I can just toss another together.
I may end up opening the hole in the fence so I can use a slot cutter, right now it is just 3/4" wide. I also didn't make much provision for dust collection as I don't anticipate any long runs on it. Kinda hope I'm wrong there, kinda neat to play with
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Dedicated roundover handy table
Saved a shelf (about 16" by 17") from an old TV stand and mounted a 1HP router in it with a 1/4" roundover bit. I consider this setup to be permanent (until the bit wears too much) and it has seen a lot of use by both me and 'borrowers'. I got the router for $1 at a yard sale and it was badly in need of a bearing. $12 later it worked just fine. Replaced the cord with a 15' length and it can be set up just about anywhere for its single-function use. Told you I was cheap!
Mike
Saved a shelf (about 16" by 17") from an old TV stand and mounted a 1HP router in it with a 1/4" roundover bit. I consider this setup to be permanent (until the bit wears too much) and it has seen a lot of use by both me and 'borrowers'. I got the router for $1 at a yard sale and it was badly in need of a bearing. $12 later it worked just fine. Replaced the cord with a 15' length and it can be set up just about anywhere for its single-function use. Told you I was cheap!
Mike
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All I can say is "WOW!" I bet that set-up can "sing and dance"!
Your son should be taking some notes and paying attention to that kinda schooling!
Indeed, a very nice set-up, sir.
Cordially,
Corey
Your son should be taking some notes and paying attention to that kinda schooling!
Indeed, a very nice set-up, sir.
Cordially,
Corey
New Router Table Pics
I've finally got round to finishing my new table. Used the design from the 'New Yankee' and changed a couple of bits to suit. The top is larger than Norms' and there are wheels on the back so I tilt it back and can move it. The top is double thick MDF and is hinged to make any work to the router easier. I've used a 'routa Lift' from Axminster Tools and it seems fine. The heavy duty build makes it a lot quieter that I'm used to. I learnt lots of new things and managed to produce a reasonable amount of firewood during the build but got there in the end!!!!
Cheers, Keith
I've finally got round to finishing my new table. Used the design from the 'New Yankee' and changed a couple of bits to suit. The top is larger than Norms' and there are wheels on the back so I tilt it back and can move it. The top is double thick MDF and is hinged to make any work to the router easier. I've used a 'routa Lift' from Axminster Tools and it seems fine. The heavy duty build makes it a lot quieter that I'm used to. I learnt lots of new things and managed to produce a reasonable amount of firewood during the build but got there in the end!!!!
Cheers, Keith
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great job, Keith
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Mike, please install a safety starting pin in that dedicated round over table; it should be about an inch away from the bit. This prevents the bit from grabbing your wood when starting the cut... safety first!
Nice looking table Keith. By the way, the design is from Fine Woodworking Magazine. Member Joe started selling this design as the RT1000 about 6 months before Norm "designed" his version.
Nice looking table Keith. By the way, the design is from Fine Woodworking Magazine. Member Joe started selling this design as the RT1000 about 6 months before Norm "designed" his version.
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Some serious router tables pictured here. You guys make mine look like child's play.
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