Workshop Router Tables and Router Accessories

Four router bases in DeltaCAD format. Self-centering, Clear, Offset and Edge Guide.

When using a router, you want to avoid taking too deep a cut. It can create excess chipout and, in some situations, can be dangerous. So when I want to rout a dado or groove that is more than a 1/4 inch deep, I take multiple passes.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a router jig for making large wooden screws like those used in old bench vises. 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.

The knob on my plunge router is small and hard to turn. To make it easier to use, I came up with a simple hand crank. The crank is nothing more than a piece of plywood with a large hole to match the size of the knob.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for creating a circle jig for a router. 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 mortice jig. 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.

With the router ellipse jig you can cut or draw perfect ovals without the hassle of templates or string.

To make a trammel, first remove the router is sub-base, and trace the bit opening and...

One of the most popular additions to a wood shop. Build this one in a weekend. DXF Format

This jig makes it easy to cut dados, just line up the mark on the material with the inside edge of the dado in the jig, clamp it in position and make the cut. You will have to make a separate guide for each width of dado that you wish to cut.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a bench-top router cabinet. 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 circle cutting jig. 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 fence with removable panels. 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.

Cutting diagram only from the Workbench Magazine Issue 296.

I have been using my hand-held router a lot lately. For one project, I had to rout some stopped dadoes. With this kind of cut (or when you have to rout any groove or profile near the edge of a piece) an edge guide is almost a necessity.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a router fluting guide for cutting multiple flutes or grooves with simple adjustments. 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.

While building some cabinet doors, I needed a way to hold them upright while installing the hinges. So I made the simple support assembly shown in the drawing.

One of the minor hassles to using a hand-held router is that you have to wait for the bit to stop spinning before setting the router down. My solution to the problem was to make a simple router stand that allows me to save this wasted time (see photo at this link).

Every now and then, I face the task of trimming the thin edging applied to a piece of melamine. And until recently, a quick, easy way to get the job done had escaped me. But as often happens, when you think about something for long enough, a good solution comes to mind.

Most router-bit storage systems force you to guess how many bits you will add to your arsenal in the coming years. Dave Campbell, WOOD. magazines Products Editor, neatly sidestepped that dilemma by designing this modular storage system that fits in any drawer and easily grows to meet your expanding bit collection.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing. 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.

With a handy, revolving bit carousel on top and drawers below, this expandable storage system is the answer to all your router storage needs. The cutting diagrams and materials list are available to download in this Online Extra.

Before attempting to use this dovetail jig and storage stand, please clamp or screw the base to your workbench. Using this dovetail jig and storage stand without first securing it poses the risk of serious personal injury or damage to your power tools. Scroll down the page to fine the project.

About twenty years ago, Woodsmith Magazine published a drawing for an ingenious dowel-making system in their readers tips column. I am sorry to say I have never been able to identify which issue it was in, so I can not properly credit the reader who submitted the idea. Credit is deserved; the jig works like a charm.

Build the Wood Router Jig shown on the right with just a few tools using scraps laying around your shop!

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a router bit storage box. 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.

By Gord Graff - A friend recently complained that his Hitachi M12V did not have a large enough throat to accommodate the larger horizontal panel raising bits. It is a simple process to cut the offending template bushing ears off but what if you wanted to use a template bushing after removing these ears? Rather than try to explain my remedy for this obstacle over the phone I decided to put it in picture form. I hope that it helps others who may have the same issues.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a CNC router. 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.

When I recently built a new router table and fence, I thought it time to add a router lift. However, most of the commercial units on the market have at least a couple of draw-backs, not least that most are more expensive than the big router they are to host! While the MastRLift is among the less expensive versions, I nonetheless wondered if there might be an alternative.

As my router bit collection grew, I needed an easy way to organize the bits and protect the carbide cutting edges. So I came up with a modular organizing system.