So if the router table goes i need a replacement and after giving it a lot of thought i decided the best solution was to install a router and lift in the extension wing of my table saw.
Diy table saw router extension.
For this project you need a full size one with an extension mine is the ridgid r4512 which is probably the most affordable one of this type out there.
The extension wing itself continues the theme of the router lift in that the goal was to be super simple.
If you got this far doubtless you already own a table saw.
This diy table saw stand is more than just a stand it is a full blown workstation.
Make a router table extension wing for your table saw careful measurements come first.
Step 2 position the extension table against the saw table and transfer the marks.
Bolting your completed extension to the saw can be the trickiest part of the proj ect.
The rules are calibrated so the fence is parallel to the blade when both measurements match.
The long range plan is to either expand the current shop or build a new one.
I have a few projects coming up that would benefit from having a router table.
There s no need to complicate it so it s just a shallow box.
Adding the insert plate blue is the router plate you can just drill holes in the table for the router but an actual insert plate came recommended.
But like most of us i m a bit short on shop space so i made a router table.
Remove the extension wing of your saw and determine the size of your new router table.
This flexibility frees shop space that would have been occupied by my saw if it had a super wide capacity rip fence.
The extension installs easily.
A router table with a router lift and a router for about 100 110.
Use both rules to set the fence.
Also the builder includes drawers in his plan where you can keep your materials and tools.
Step 3 with a square extend the lines down the edge of the table extension banding b.
I d consider that budget friendly.
A table saw router table extension gets you a great adjustable fence for free and saves room in your shop.
6 diy table saw workstation.
Detailed plans are available at the bottom of this article.
There s enough space for a table saw as well as an outfeed station that can also be used as a router.
Its front and back rails capture the saw bracket to minimize movement.