How To Make A Simple Router Table Fence
Hole in the bottom at the mark.
How to make a simple router table fence. Now cut the gap at 8-5 8 x 32 and drill the 3-in hole in the middle with jigs. Commercial router tables like this one are equipped with set screws to level the insert with the table. Level the playing field.
An insert that sits below or above the surrounding table can lead to an inaccurate cut or stop a workpiece in mid-pass. These clamps are simple to make and grip tightly and quickly. Next week I plan on making a router lift.
Therefore you are able to have two tables in one. I made the holes slightly larger than the bolts Im using so it could have a little wiggle room. Simple Router Table Cut List.
Measure the center-to-center dimension between the two bolts on the main fence and transfer that to the auxiliary fence and the spacers. You can make all the parts with nothing more than a table saw and drill press. Next locate the holes for the T-bolts.
Screw on the vacuum box and youre ready to rout. The case is built with simple no-frills joinery. If you want a good basic router book I recommend it.
Cut the board in half to make a base and rail on a plank of MDF. The top and fence plates are made of countertop material. With the fence in position I made a mark in line with the tracks so I could drill the holes.