Workshop Router Tables and Router Accessories

When shop space is scarce, a temporary workstation may be the best answer. That is why we like this idea for a portable router table top that you can quickly attach to the edge of your workbench, and then tuck away in storage when not in use.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a router table with storage and dust collection. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a router table. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a router table for your workshop. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a router table and storage cabinet on rollers and is used as a catch table for tablesaw when not in use. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

So this is what I came up with as a cheap, simple, accurate, and portable, router table solution. It is a sort of a cross between an article in the April 2005 Popular Woodworking magazine, a basic design by Pat Warner, and of course my own humble design skills round out the plan and bring it all together.

A router table can be as simple as a flat plywood top clamped to your workbench with the router bolted to it. But a router table is such an important tool that it deserves a permanent place and a few more features. The cutting diagrams and materials list are available to download in this Online Extra. This project appeared in ShopNotes Issue 100.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a router table for the workshop. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

A router table can be a pretty handy tool when it comes to cutting joinery. Dadoes, rabbets, grooves, and other simple cuts can easily be made using standard straight bits. But in the past few years, router bit manufacturers have come out with several new bits that open up some really interesting joinery possibilities.

Build a full-featured router table that is portable, lightweight and easy to store with Roland Johnson

An AutoCad drawing of this detail is available at this site. The author says, Keep in mind that the width of the fence is based upon the width of your tabletop. My fence is 8 inches longer than the top is wide, which in this case is 36 inches.

I drew these plans so anyone wishing to build my router table has a clear understanding of how it goes together. The ones you see below are thumbnails but I also have a much larger set available that you can download (zip format).

Two simple pieces of MDF is all it takes to help tackle two issues that trouble router tables dust and noise. Adding the back panel and door you see here is a straightforward upgrade to the ultimate router table and also gives it a cleaner look. This alternate design option is available to download in this Online Extra. This project appeared in ShopNotes Issue 100.

This is a fairly simple benchtop router table, more or less modeled after the one on The Router Workshop. The information at this link is very limited. Basic info to give you ideas with adaptations given by the web site author.

Build this french cleat, fully featured, compact router table that can easily be stored up and out of the way when not in use, freeing up valuable floorspace.

Make this tapered sliding dovetail slot jig with these instructions for use with your router.

Why buy a commercial jig when making one yourself will triple your enjoyment? First, you will experience the joy of building a useful shop fixture from nothing more than some scrap wood and a good idea. Second, you will enjoy the money you will save. And finally, as all woodworkers understand, you will have the satisfaction that comes with saying, I made it myself. The five jigs described here are all designed to deliver improved accuracy, control and adjustability for a lifetime of better routing.

The Rolling Router Table - Making the most useful table in the shop.

Make these versatile bits more effective with this tall fence.

Years ago I picked up a junk motor with a reduction gear from a printing shop, I took a look at it and guessed that It might just do the job.

Quite simply, if you have a router then you need a router table because a table will allow the woodworker to perform operations that would be virtually impossible without one.

Build your own router table with these instructions. Lots of tips and what to avoid as well.

This router table sits on a Workmate, it is suitable for most small routers and can be made very easily, a powerbar can be fastened to one end and used as a switch for the router.

The box fence - For safe use of large, horizontal bits.

Follow along at the link to build your own tapered sliding dovetail slot jig for your router.

Build a circle jig to cut perfect circles using your router.

Follow along and build yourself a multi-purpose router table guard.

This rout through jig was built for a safe way to rout large holes, slots, or patterns on a solid base.

With this router table you can make more accurate cuts with the flat, solid-surface top.

The project requires about a half sheet of plywood, a small supply of solid-wood lumber, a handful of hardware, a router mounting plate, and a router