| Project by TD69Mustang | posted 05-24-2009 07:20 AM | 87893 views | 98 times favorited | 25 comments |  |
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This is the outfeed table I built for my table saw. I had seen a similar design online and figured that it would work well for me.
The frame is 1×3 poplar face screwed(no fancy pocket hole joints here.
The top is 3/4” particle board covered with a light blue speckled laminate that I had left over from another project. The top edges were routed with a 22 1/2 degree bevel just to soften the edges and to make sure nothing would hang up on the edge of the laminate top.
I did have to drill a couple of holes in the tablesaw face lip to bolt the extension to the saw. I also drilled holes in the cabinet so I could bolt the angle bracket to the cabinet. One issue I had with the angle iron was it seemed too flexible so I added a piece of extruded aluminum angle…still too flexible. I finally added the poplar angle brace. Finally!...strong enough.
Another note is that in order to get the outfeed table to seat up tight to the face of the tablesaw I had to route a small chamfer in the botom side of the outfeed frame (see pic #5).
When the outfeed table is folded down, there is about 1/8” clearance between the floor and the frame (I didn’t plan this, I just lucked out), measure carefully!
I used a 4’ piano hinge for folding.
The legs have positive lock hinges and adjustable height feet for the uneven floor.
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a1Jim
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#1 posted 05-24-2009 07:28 AM
nice outfeed looks very proffesional clean build and great results.
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ellen35
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#2 posted 05-24-2009 01:05 PM
WOW! That is some table!
Ellen
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#3 posted 05-24-2009 01:27 PM
Great job!
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#4 posted 05-24-2009 01:30 PM
This is a nice outfeed table that enhances the functionality of your saw. Putting the same laminate on it as you did your router extension gives the entire saw a clean, professional look. And nice job on the layout of the table as well. When I built mine I failed to account for the width added by the 3/4 inch banding and it had to rest on the floor but, of course, this was to give clearance for the dust collection hose. :)
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#5 posted 05-24-2009 01:41 PM
Nice table! Where was the source for the positive lock hinges used on the legs? I used plain hinges on my legs and would like something that locks in the open and closed position.
Thanks!
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#6 posted 05-24-2009 03:29 PM
I like the piano hinge and locking legs…nice one.
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#7 posted 05-24-2009 04:19 PM
I’ve been wanting to built one myself. Looks great.
TD69Mustang
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#8 posted 05-24-2009 04:40 PM
Thanks for the comments LJ’s
Scott Bryan – as I eluded to in the description, I also failed to account for the width of the frame but I just happend to luck out and got about 1/8” clearance when folded down.
JWood – I got the leg locks at either www.rockler.com or www.leevallley.com don’t remember exactly, but either has this type of item available.
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#9 posted 05-24-2009 05:00 PM
Great job ! Very nice build and very professional looking.
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#10 posted 05-24-2009 08:15 PM
Welcome to LumberJocks. Nicely outfitted table saw. Both additions turned out nice looking.
CtL
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#11 posted 05-24-2009 09:39 PM
Great looking tables to accommodate a great saw.
Thanks for posting all the pics.
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ivan
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#12 posted 12-01-2009 06:56 AM
Great table! I am going to build one too! Thanks for the pics.
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#13 posted 04-18-2011 08:34 PM
Hey screwge – what did you use to to attach the folding legs to the table. It doesn’t look like a regular hinge from the picture, but can’t make it out for sure. In the process of building my first outfeed and am looking for ideas.
TD69Mustang
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#14 posted 04-22-2011 12:37 AM
Here are the locking leg hinges
Purchased at Rockler
Click on picture for link
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#15 posted 10-06-2011 11:48 PM
I’m adding this outfeed table to my table saw. However, I have and old Craftsman saw (Cast aluminum base.) I have rails on both sides of the saw. What is the best way to attach the outfeed without creating interference with the fence?
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