Hi all! I finished a vertical work table for my Avid CNC. Here’s a video on the build process, along with some design decisions:
I shared the CAD File (fusion 360) as a free download:
A couple of pictures:
Thanks,
Corbin
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Your videos are always appreciated. I’d like some capacity to true the surface in the mounted position- maybe shims between the VWT and the table frame?
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Yeah, that is a good point – I didn’t mention it in the video, but I did use the CNC to flush trim the end of the main horizontal spoilboard; I then used that as my top guide to ensure everything was parallel and perpendicular.
I still did have to tram it in in two other planes, but it made it a lot easier and faster.
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Thanks for the cool video Corbin, I always enjoy them and learn something! It’s a lot of work you’re doing for the community; GOOD on you as they say down under.
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Great video. I made one similar except I used 1/4" brass dowels instead of dogs. They do the job with a much lower profile and lower cost.
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Brass dowels are a good idea! I’ll try to mention that as a good inexpensive option. I’ve used steel ones for alignment…but brass is a little “safer”.
@gordo - Thanks!
I 3D printed some of your hold downs and they are incredibly strong for the size # not sponsored 
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What material did you opt for?
Thanks Jeff! Yeah, the trick of printing them on the side produces a real strong result.
@Christopher I’ve been printing them out of plain cheap PLA, PLA+ and 3D Fuel “Pro” PLA+. All materials seem to work fine…I haven’t managed to break any of them.
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