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Forum: 10. Base Table Thu 08 April 2010, 08:15
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Posted By Temuba
Ron- In the previous post I omitted certain...

Ron- In the previous post I omitted certain details off the sketches and description. As a new note I increased the previous C3x4.1 c-channel to C5x6.7 c-channel to have two purposes, see image 3.
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Forum: 10. Base Table Wed 07 April 2010, 21:18
Replies: 84
Views: 102,256
Posted By Temuba
Ken- I have a friend who has Autocad 2010 in his...

Ken- I have a friend who has Autocad 2010 in his office. I may be able to borrow a copy for personal use only (like this). Is it the same as yours by Autodesk. I am (or was) very fluent in Autocad....
Forum: 10. Base Table Wed 07 April 2010, 20:39
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Posted By Temuba
Ken-you're going to have to step into this...

Ken-you're going to have to step into this question above. I have no means of figuring this out. Most of my work/design here has been purely based on mechanical drawings using Sketchup and a lot of...
Forum: 10. Base Table Wed 07 April 2010, 20:02
Replies: 84
Views: 102,256
Posted By Temuba
Table: Adjustable/Lift Design-Version 6

Ron- After carefully studying Greg's build, I understand your comments now. I've made some major changes from the previous sketch loosely based on the original one posted in the beginning.

1-You...
Forum: 10. Base Table Tue 06 April 2010, 14:41
Replies: 84
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Posted By Temuba
Yes, the idea is very similar to mine with the...

Yes, the idea is very similar to mine with the deep Z axis. However, he only built for a deep axis and not for a possible indexer that would require the table (or cavity) to be deeper. At least what...
Forum: 10. Base Table Tue 06 April 2010, 14:37
Replies: 84
Views: 102,256
Posted By Temuba
Table: Adjustable/Lift Design-Version 5

Ron- Let me know if I followed you correctly based on Post #66 I wrote above. Still need some clarification on the last line. -David...
Forum: 10. Base Table Tue 06 April 2010, 09:49
Replies: 84
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Posted By Temuba
Ron- I'm trying to absorb your opinions here, so...

Ron- I'm trying to absorb your opinions here, so please bear with me, thnaks. Are you referring to the first sketch in post#1?

As far as, "Wheres the foundation to keep those rails properly...
Forum: 10. Base Table Sun 04 April 2010, 22:02
Replies: 84
Views: 102,256
Posted By Temuba
Table: Adjustable/Lift Design-Version 4

Here's another crack at it based on some of the recommendations of some of you guys. The most effective, simplest and economical design is using a scissor lift table. The one so far chosen is the one...
Forum: 10. Base Table Sat 03 April 2010, 14:56
Replies: 84
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Posted By Temuba
Ron- Jim gave me a good lead for a 1000lb...

Ron- Jim gave me a good lead for a 1000lb capacity table lift at Harbor Freight for $199. There's one in town, so I can wait for a possible sale to go on to pick it up at that time.

I realize that...
Forum: 10. Base Table Sat 03 April 2010, 13:16
Replies: 84
Views: 102,256
Posted By Temuba
Jim-thanks for the input and comment. There's a...

Jim-thanks for the input and comment. There's a Harbor Freight right here in town, I'll have to stop by there a see what they have. I did a rough weight calculation of the table with 1-1/4" MDF and...
Forum: 10. Base Table Sat 03 April 2010, 11:56
Replies: 84
Views: 102,256
Posted By Temuba
Ron- I'm beginning to see the light here. Like...

Ron- I'm beginning to see the light here. Like stated before just ideas thrown out there for others like yourself to help with a better solution. I went this morning to my local steel...
Forum: 10. Base Table Sat 03 April 2010, 11:43
Replies: 84
Views: 102,256
Posted By Temuba
Ken- Gas around here just jumped 15 cents per...

Ken- Gas around here just jumped 15 cents per gallon in the last week alone. You have a point, if I hit oil under my basement I can then take the money and buy several cnc'c already built to my...
Forum: 10. Base Table Fri 02 April 2010, 23:45
Replies: 84
Views: 102,256
Posted By Temuba
Brad- the cutting range will be 22" not 8-10". As...

Brad- the cutting range will be 22" not 8-10". As mentioned before this is the reason for the adjustable table and also to create a deep cavity for the indexer.

And yes, after all the...
Forum: 10. Base Table Fri 02 April 2010, 23:31
Replies: 84
Views: 102,256
Posted By Temuba
Table: Adjustable/Lift Design-Version 4

Jim- Thanks for the comments. Yes below shows a pin setup using 3/4" bolts w/nuts onto holes vertically 2" OC. As you mentioned about the guide blocks having a perfect fit all the way around would...
Forum: 10. Base Table Fri 02 April 2010, 11:05
Replies: 84
Views: 102,256
Posted By Temuba
All I can say is WOW, the gears are smoking'...

All I can say is WOW, the gears are smoking' now:).

Ken- One main thing I forgot to mention regarding my field of work and working on high-end multi million dollar homes or not high-end at all,...
Forum: 10. Base Table Thu 01 April 2010, 23:20
Replies: 84
Views: 102,256
Posted By Temuba
Ken- Cuppa? Had to look that one up in the...

Ken- Cuppa? Had to look that one up in the dictionary.:)

If we simplify to using a bolt system to lock between the table and base, what would be your opinion on the following? As you saw in the...
Forum: 10. Base Table Thu 01 April 2010, 22:28
Replies: 84
Views: 102,256
Posted By Temuba
Ken- I unerstand your opinions and thoughts. Like...

Ken- I unerstand your opinions and thoughts. Like I say to many around me, "I smell you".:D

However after over 23 in carpentry and building, I've had my share of erecting and using scafoldings and...
Forum: 10. Base Table Thu 01 April 2010, 22:04
Replies: 84
Views: 102,256
Posted By Temuba
Gerald- That thought crossed my mind. These are...

Gerald- That thought crossed my mind. These are just prelimanary conceptual ideas. I will take it into consideration and adjust the design accordingly. I'm still curious to your previous comment...
Forum: 10. Base Table Thu 01 April 2010, 21:45
Replies: 84
Views: 102,256
Posted By Temuba
Ken- How won't it work? All four points will be...

Ken- How won't it work? All four points will be moving at the same time. If you can image a machinisht vise employing the intergrated dovetail ways and using the linear screw to move the table left...
Forum: 10. Base Table Thu 01 April 2010, 21:25
Replies: 84
Views: 102,256
Posted By Temuba
Yes you're correct, I won't be using the threads...

Yes you're correct, I won't be using the threads for precise lifting. I can always Zero the router bit to the general height of the table. The threads just make it easy to raise and lower the table...
Forum: 10. Base Table Thu 01 April 2010, 21:15
Replies: 84
Views: 102,256
Posted By Temuba
Jim- Post #1 explains how the table will raise...

Jim- Post #1 explains how the table will raise and lower. I plan to use sprokets attached at the bottom ends of the 3/4" riser threads and then employ a continuos chain to drive all four threads at...
Forum: 10. Base Table Thu 01 April 2010, 20:49
Replies: 84
Views: 102,256
Posted By Temuba
Table: Adjustable/Lift Design-Version 3

Ok guys, here another sketchup based on some of the recomendations here. First, thanks for the advice and help.

1)The Base has remaind the same, however the adjustable table has changed somewhat....
Forum: 10. Base Table Thu 01 April 2010, 19:57
Replies: 84
Views: 102,256
Posted By Temuba
Russel- In post#7 I answer that question you...

Russel- In post#7 I answer that question you posted originally.Post #15 explains why I cannot have any additional components outside the envelope of this machine. I have a TINY shop and will have to...
Forum: 10. Base Table Thu 01 April 2010, 11:16
Replies: 84
Views: 102,256
Posted By Temuba
Jim- I was only using the words 'linear guide' as...

Jim- I was only using the words 'linear guide' as a term to describe the idea and function. I realize they are pricey and I cannot afford such a concept. One idea I do have is to create and make a...
Forum: 10. Base Table Thu 01 April 2010, 07:56
Replies: 84
Views: 102,256
Posted By Temuba
Ken- I see, I know get where you were going with...

Ken- I see, I know get where you were going with your original post. I like it. Basically you are refering to a triangular truss structure using lighter components similar to the image below....
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