Link to Base Cabinet Plan: Router Table Build Plan | Etsy
When I first made my table saw workbench, I planned on putting a router plate on the far end. But as the time came, I realized that having the bench as it was worked well for my workflow. On top of that, I still needed more storage for my growing tool collection. So, I decided that a stand-alone router table would be the best option for me.
To start off with, I made the base cabinet. I wanted to get more room for tools, so I added some large drawers on the lower end of the cabinet and some smaller ones up top specifically for my router bits and tools needed for the router table. Of course, working in a small shop means I needed to keep it mobile, so some casters did the trick for that.
I went with regular flat panel drawer faces except in the top middle compartment. This is where the router will sit. I could have used some hinges, but I wanted to try something different, so I went with magnets. I used some small wood blocks on the door to help it sit right and keep the gaps between it and the other drawers even automatically. I ended up adding some extra ventilation in the back of the compartment to help with the dust collection system I was planning to add.
The base cabinet turned out great, and is ready for the top surface, fence, router lift and dust collection – which will be coming soon!
I have the build video on YouTube if you want to check it out: https://youtu.be/EG1l5Pq1ifc
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Tools:
Freud 1/2" Top Bearing Flush Trim Bit with 1/4" Shank: https://amzn.to/3BIArdq
JessEm Rout-R-Lift II: https://amzn.to/3aEv5UF
DEWALT Router, Fixed Base: https://amzn.to/3DLkovV
Freud 1/4" Solid Carbide Up Spiral Bit with 1/4" Shank: https://amzn.to/3vdrJS0
Freud 1/4" Down Spiral Bit with 1/4" Shank: https://amzn.to/3mSHTwt
DEWALT 10-Inch Table Saw (DWE7491RS): https://amzn.to/3z4vcDU
Freud 8" Super Dado Stack: https://amzn.to/2TJXN1j
Freud Diablo 10" 50 tooth ATB blade: https://amzn.to/3pnPCDz
Dewalt Dado Throat plate: https://amzn.to/3pn3wG9
DEWALT 20V MAX XR Cordless Router (DCW600B): https://amzn.to/3fTc2te
Dewalt 20V Max Cordless Drill/combo: https://amzn.to/2Rqy50V
Dewalt Palm Sander, 1/4 sheet: https://amzn.to/3ikKa2U
Kreg K4 Pocket hole jig: https://amzn.to/2SfW4QN
24-piece router bit set for ¼ in shank: https://amzn.to/2RqJpdz
Tape Measure: https://amzn.to/2SdP0nJ
Mechanical Pencil: https://amzn.to/3uT8mfh
Wood Glue Dispenser: https://amzn.to/3ppyZYa
Safety Ear Muffs: https://amzn.to/3cnvqMG
Grr-Ripper 3D Push Block: https://amzn.to/2S4nBVz
BOSCH Self-Centering Drill Bit: https://amzn.to/3FNmZaQ
Supplies:
110V Single Phase On/Off Switch: https://amzn.to/2YWAy6X
2" casters: https://amzn.to/3i0KLG1
5'' Cabinet Pulls Matte Black: https://amzn.to/2VNrXSl
Gobrico 20-inch drawer soft close drawer slides: https://amzn.to/3rdv4hT
Milescraft FeatherBoard: https://amzn.to/3BKxQQm
Router Table Dust Port: https://amzn.to/3p0FNgN
5 Star Knobs Kit, 1/4in-20 Threaded Knob, Bolt with Knob, Clamping Knob Jig Knobs T Track Knobs and Bolts 4-Pack: https://amzn.to/3BLcnqj
T-Track: https://amzn.to/3AIsyUB
2 1/2" x 20' CLEAR PVC DUST COLLECTION HOSE: https://amzn.to/3fXkcQS
2 1/2" Hose Clamps: https://amzn.to/3g1jJgK
2-1/2-Inch to 2-1/4-Inch Reducer: https://amzn.to/3aU9tUF
Y-Fitting, 2-1/2": https://amzn.to/3aFwB92
Universal Dust Port, 2 ½: https://amzn.to/3AMxsPQ
Router Bit Guard: https://amzn.to/3DLs2X8
Black Desk Cable Wire Grommet (1.5 In): https://amzn.to/2Xq54Fl
Adjustable Cable Clips: https://amzn.to/3lHPjTN
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