Posted By: Canvasback2
Is this sturdy enough for a Mortiser? - 08/11/20 06:09 PM
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Is this sturdy enough for a Mortiser?
Posted By: Canvasback2
Re: Is this sturdy enough for a Mortiser? - 08/11/20 06:12 PM
Not sure if that MDF is strong enough for the top. Might want to switch that to a solid 8/4 Red Elm top.
Posted By: Canvasback2
Re: Is this sturdy enough for a Mortiser? - 08/11/20 06:13 PM
And add locking casters to make it movable.
Posted By: BBarnes
Re: Is this sturdy enough for a Mortiser? - 08/11/20 06:15 PM
Looks good to me. I'm jealous I've been wanting one of those for sometime now.
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Posted By: mainer
Re: Is this sturdy enough for a Mortiser? - 08/11/20 07:20 PM
How thick is the MDF? If you need to stiffen it up, you can always cross brace it. The bigger issue is whether you get racking or tipping when you're plunging the bit. The legs look plenty stout if they have full, non-slip contact with the floor.
Posted By: Canvasback2
Re: Is this sturdy enough for a Mortiser? - 08/11/20 10:10 PM
Originally Posted by mainer
How thick is the MDF? If you need to stiffen it up, you can always cross brace it. The bigger issue is whether you get racking or tipping when you're plunging the bit. The legs look plenty stout if they have full, non-slip contact with the floor.
MDF is 3/4 inch. Never liked using that for a heavy weight bearing surface,