On Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 10:37:53 PM UTC-4, -MIKE- wrote:
On 5/16/18 8:48 PM, DerbyDad03 wrote:
On Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at 5:25:35 PM UTC-4, -MIKE- wrote:
I shared the pics of the router table extension I made for my table
saw several years back. https://goo.gl/photos/zoyUGmwcZS8jGP5KA

But I never realized how convenient this is until having to do
some router work without it, a few weeks ago.

I made a quick video of some rabbet cutting I did for the shelves
I'm making. Using the table saw and its rip guide really makes the
job quick and easy. I don't need a separate router table anymore so
it really frees up space in the shop. If you have a tight shop and
need a router table, consider this set-up if you have a decent
sized table saw. x

https://youtu.be/yNdcdaDxwT0


I forgot to ask...

Why didn't you center your insert?


I assume you're referring to the placement of the router to the front
and back of the table.
Good question. I originally had it the same distance from the front as
the table-saw blade. But then I figured that I was always leaning
forward on the tables saw when feeding stock through the blade.

Also, given the fact that I am often cutting smaller pieces on the
router, I just wanted more control and a more upright position when
using the router.

I also considered the fact that the most important area for support on
the saw or router was on the out-feed side where you can't reach when
using the saw or router. Since I have a long out-feed table, I decided
to move the router a bit forward.

This meant that I could control small pieces with comfort and control.
And if I had longer pieces, they would be supported on the out-feed end,
while I could always use a roller support on the in-feed side, while
maintaining physical control with my hands.



I see. The difference with mine is that I stand on the *side* of the table
when using the router, therefore it is centered in the extension. I would
have cut that rabbet by moving the board from the left to right, not by
pushing it away from me like when using the table saw.

I gotta admit, I've never seen a router table used in that manner, but with
the fence on the right and the feather boards stuck to the table, it makes
sense. I've got some rabbets to cut soon and I might just try that out.