Intro
For an upcoming project, I needed a way to cut long material (aluminum structural pieces) to very precise lengths. To this end, I made a chop saw table.
Research
After scouring the internet for a bit, I found a design that I liked. The design that you'll find below is heavily influenced by this design.
Design
I've recently started dabbling in with Google SketchUp, a free CAD program. I drew up a quick mockup of my design as shown below. The shown dimensions are close but don't exactly match my final product. I also added beams to the bottom for added rigidity that's not shown here.
In this design, I'm using 0.75" thick plywood, originally a 4' x 8' sheet, four 2x3's, and a bunch of 3" drywall screws.
Final Product
After a relatively quick assembly, I have the following:
I still need to add shims to raise the chop saw a few mm, and I need a fence and stop. The shims will be added soon, but the fence and stop are not top priority.
No comments:
Post a Comment