Router table/cabinet

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Re: Router table/cabinet

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I have been thinking about adding power lift assist for the top for when I need to raise it to change bits or bit height adjustment. They would have to be mounted in the dust collection or on the exterior of the 2 sides, which would not be my preference. Do you think dust would be an issue with them in the dust collection area?
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Re: Router table/cabinet

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oldc6 wrote:more ideas. built this from a plan in wood magazine.
top is 33 1/2 long by 21 1/2 wide.. could be bigger but,
shop is only 12x20 feet. will attach pictures. storage, storage
never have enough.
I think built the same table, but without the doors.
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Re: Router table/cabinet

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I built this router shaper table several years ago and it has had heavy use over the years. The cabinet plans came from WOOD magazine, then I modified them to meet my needs. The table size is 24" X 36" that I made. I have a 3 HP 1/2" router mounted in it that I use as a dedicated tool for the table. I have a shaper mount adapter from MLCS that I use with SS shaper cutters that works great. The dust collector attaches at the bottom of the cabinet as well as to the fence, behind the cutter. I also added a mobile base to the bottom of the cabinet to make it easier to move around the shop.
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Re: Router table/cabinet

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Plate aluminum top - NICE!!!!!!
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