This is a simple but solid build design for a router table extension wing. This is a build for the Delta 36-725 table saw, but should be easily modded for your specific saw.
Excellent build here. I too have this same model Delta table saw. Been researching tabletops & stands for routers & they don't come cheap! What U have done here is by far the least expensive way to approach a under table mounted router & a space saver too boot... A good quality multi layered 3/4" plywood is the way to go. I've given some thought to perhaps using 1.5" angle iron for the cross supports if & when I decide to go this route. The simplicity of the fence is a very nice piece of work btw, very well done & thanks for sharing this. Bill on the Hill. Vermont... :~)
I've had the same saw for a few years and installed a home made router table that i had in the extension space. Different than yours but works fine. Had to remove the cross piece, but the router table provides ample support. My project list has included designing a router fence on the saw fence. Your design will soon appear in my shop!
Nice work, I too have a bosch router along with their table. Do you think it is possible to be able to switch them back and forth? I have the new 36-725 T2, I love it.
I bought a 36-725t2 a few months ago, and doing something like this to add a router lift is on my to-do list. Do you keep your router motor permanently mounted on the saw? Have you had any problem with the wing sagging under the weight of the router? The wing seems sturdy, but it's a pretty long unsupported span. I worry about the effect of having my router hanging under it for years.
I imagine that would cut down on the size of plywood you can cut on the right side of the saw. No, it doesn't, you just remove the router fence and lower the bit below the surface of the table. Rockler makes cast iron router tables for table saws.
Thanks for the video. What saw blade do you use in your 36-725? I’m having a really hard time finding a replacement blade that fits the specs on the riving knife. Am I being too paranoid?
I always just buy off the shelf at Lowe's. Diablo, DeWalt, etc... Been using a rip blade lately and like it. As far as riving knife, just make sure blade kerf is at least as thick as the knife. Never had a problem there.
Hey Matt, FYI I have the same table saw and i'm using the "Freud LU87R010 10-Inch 24 Teeth Thin Kerf Ripping Saw Blade with 5/8-Inch Arbor" and have no issues with the riving knife. I was also worried that using this blade would be an issue because it doesn't match the specs but i've yet to have any issues.
Nice video. Sorry, I'm new to woodworking so I'm not trying to be a dick. At 9:45 you say you can move your fence 1/64th of an inch. Are fences really that accurate? Looks like there are only 32 lines per inch on that ruler.
@@brett328 Sure, I get that, you just count the space as another graduation. I just thought that technically you need to be on a line to count it for accuracy.
I see. Not trying to be a dick but, if you aren't able to determine if you're directly between 2 tick marks, then you might be better advised to just stick with the 32nd of an inch marks. No need risking the authorities coming down on you for being untechnical.
