Chopsaw Table Plan

[77vetter]

Looking for detailed plans for a simple/basic chopsaw table. I have Dewalt 12" compound chopsaw so looking for a mobile table I can build. Dont need anything fancy just a basic table and holder in center for for shopvac. Anyone have plans and pics they could share?

 

[Mr. Peet]

Have you looked on Market Place? My brother got a Dewalt chopsaw table for $100. It was like new. He loves it. The fact that it is very mobile helps too, in the shop, in the driveway or on the job.

 

[2feathers Creative Making]

Looking through about 90 WOOD magazine that someone gave me this morning. I may find something in the pile.

 

[JonathanH]

I've seen multiple videos on this on the University of YouTube. Not sure if actual plans are available.

 

[Hardup]

Have you tried looking on Etsy? There are some pretty decent plans you can get on there for cheap in pdf format.

 

[77vetter]

I found this one that looks good to me.https://www.theawesomeorange.com/blog/modular-miter-station-phase-1-the-foundation

 

[DLJeffs]

I don't have any detailed plans but everything I use is mobile (on caster wheels) because I want to work outside so I don't fill my garage with saw dust. Couple things to think about:

1. Large enough casters to make it easy to move and roll over concrete joints, etc. Also lockable.
2. Working height; figure out what your comfortable working height is, don't assume the plans are just right for you.
3. Power: I wish I had installed a multi-plug service outlet somewhere easily accessible on my work bench; I use an extension cord and I'm constantly plugging and unplugging tools.
4. Lighting: not often a big deal when working outside but worth considering if you want some bright lighting so it's easier to see pencil marks, etc.
5. With a miter saw, check the rotation range and access so the your fingers and hands don't get pinched
6. Wing extensions: how long do you need for the range of boards you'll be cutting, because on a mobile station you'll most likely have to make them foldable into the main station for moving and storage. If you make them large, that might become an issue.

 

[2feathers Creative Making]

Expandable Mitersaw Platform Woodworking Plan

Couple your mitersaw to this easy-to-build, affordable project and increase your tool's cutting capacity, accuracy, and safety'guaranteed! Overall dimensions 48" wide (121" wide fully extended), 20" deep, and 7" high.Featured inWOOD Issue 175, March 2007

www.woodmagazine.com

Here is a great top for your stand

 

[77vetter]

I don't have any detailed plans but everything I use is mobile (on caster wheels) because I want to work outside so I don't fill my garage with saw dust. Couple things to think about:

1. Large enough casters to make it easy to move and roll over concrete joints, etc. Also lockable.
2. Working height; figure out what your comfortable working height is, don't assume the plans are just right for you.
3. Power: I wish I had installed a multi-plug service outlet somewhere easily accessible on my work bench; I use an extension cord and I'm constantly plugging and unplugging tools.
4. Lighting: not often a big deal when working outside but worth considering if you want some bright lighting so it's easier to see pencil marks, etc.
5. With a miter saw, check the rotation range and access so the your fingers and hands don't get pinched
6. Wing extensions: how long do you need for the range of boards you'll be cutting, because on a mobile station you'll most likely have to make them foldable into the main station for moving and storage. If you make them large, that might become an issue.

thanks for the great feedback, all valid points to consider!!!