Making a DIY plasma cutting table, simple water table

[@Mikefestiva]

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[@brianjacobsen5762]

There's a guy up in Canada Names Brent Show Called Half assed customs. He's computer programmer or something by day after work he builds amazing stuff from nothing. He's got 4' by 8 or bigger homemade plasma water table he made for 700.00 bucks. He explained it in one of his episodes. Super mellow like yourself. Just him and pablo his dog. He's all self taught. Check it out. Thanks.

[@1nvisible1]

*What are you doing @**17:06** with the Herc Angle Grinder? Making sure you've got ground conductivity?*

[@johnfreeman8422]

Mike do you by chance know the wire gauge on the BestArc power input, I got a lotos, have not used it. Has 12ga current with 14 ga neutral. Lotos, similar spec profile, 12 ga Seems skimpy. Too skimpy for 50A, Lotos people say its rated 30A. I could still return it for bestarc $100 cheaper

[@MrTapanes]

Great Mig gun holster! I just recycled one of those jacks a couple of months ago. :-( Uh oh. Jimbo at Big Jim's Garage says he'd like you to call him. Right now.

[@fvpaquetqc]

Its crazy how a watertable makes plasma cutting a cleaner process! Very good idea

[@photog1529]

Hi Mike...just now getting into welding and plasma cutting myself. How do you like the Evolution saw...do you prefer it over the Fein Slugger that you had used in the past?

[@jrace2718]

Hi Mike, love all your videos. I have a question: did you build your super thick steel welding table with the equally spaced holes (1/2 inch maybe??) all over? I assume that must be a standard type of plate available with holes already in it? What is the thickness and where would I find something like that? Thanks! -Mike.

[@futrellgarage9153]

The magnetic tool holder bars from Harbor freight make great guides too. I grabbed 10 of them when they still had coupons.

[@Farm_fab]

Mike, magnetic strips are found in the seals of refrigerator and freezer doors, and a tube of adhesive from Dollar Tree would also suffice. Some time ago, a teacher asked me to source some magnetic strips, so I got them after asking from an appliance store. Her students made magnetic refrigerator signs for the fridge.

[@jeremyclose705]

I'd like to see more little diys like this!

[@Mikefestiva]

Sounds good 👍 I definitely have more DIY projects coming soon!

[@garylightning8740]

Hi Mike I haven't been too good health wise , but I'm back . I always watch and like but not commented for a while. Sorry . Anyway thank you for your hard work. Regards Gareth Wiltshire UK. Gratitude. Quality. Respect.

[@Mikefestiva]

i’m sorry to hear you haven’t been well. I’m glad your doing better and thanks so much for watching and supporting the channel 👍

[@fynbo1007]

Thank you for sharing your creativity with us. I always enjoy your videos. God bless you and your family.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for checking out my new video! 🙂

[@codyharring9812]

Simple but effective as usual sir. Keep it up.

[@jerrygoldfuss466]

Thanks Mike, that is a great little project. You come up with some awesome ideas! Keep'em coming!!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Jerry! I really appreciate it 👍 I have some other really cool plasma ideas coming soon!

[@stevedyndiuk99]

Thanks for the inspiration Mike!

[@gadgetshouseofbuild1554]

Great idea!!!! Thanks again Mike

[@JH-zy1dj]

Hi, I'm new to your channel. Just subbed! With a like! What are the detentions of your welding / fixture table? I love it, Most of the tables I see on YT are massive. Did you buy it with holes or as a kit? Great idea on the plasma mini table! I am going to make one as well. Thank you! Cheers from Oregon.

[@jessesmith5259]

Another great shop tool from Mike, I've acquired quite a few tools and machines from watching your videos over these past years. I bought the Omni pro 220,Unlimited 200,Titanium spoolgun,Amico CTS-180 & Yeswelder Mig205DS from your reviews. I noticed the Yeswelder Mig250pro sitting between the Vulcan and plasma in this video. What are your thoughts on it or are you planning on a review video for it?

[@jiminsequim3218]

Great stuff, Michael! We definitely need to get together soon! ;^)

[@Mikefestiva]

Thank Jim for sure 👍

[@HOBODAVE]

can't thank you enough Mike for the magical inspirational work you put together in all of your videos!! you have a really awesome talent at inspiring others to dive in and DIY!!!!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Dave! I really appreciate it 👍 I actually really appreciate the KZbin videos you make Dave! They remind me to slow down and appreciate the simple things in life and live in the moment more! Thanks Dave 👍🙂

[@HOBODAVE]

@@Mikefestiva :) :) :) :) :)

[@dogpotter]

Thanks for sharing this video. I'm always looking for another project and this seems like and easily doable one for me. I do not have a plasma torch yet but I will be sure to check out the best arc brand. I really like your magnetic rulers, good idea. I recently purchased a small fab table, I found it on amazon but then went to the suppliers site and it was a little cheaper. it's not near as robust as yours but seems a little better than the NT or HF models ( I don't know) any way, thanks for putting your time and effort into these vids

[@goingbonzo5923]

My cable provider Direct TV left a frame on my roof an angle iron frame for the dish. I canceled it because we don't watch tv any longer cuss its all rubbish. So I pitched off the roof and saved it. The wife kept telling me to get rid of it. Lucky I didn't because that's going to be my frame for a cutting table. 🙂

[@Mikefestiva]

Nice salvaging on that Direct TV frame! 👍

[@FoxMan777]

Got my BestArc BTC500DP last week. Does amazingly well on 120v. Working on installing a 240v shop plug / and 20 Amp 120v plug dedicated for the Flux Welder, Stick Welder, and this Plasma cutter so I don't have to unplug my dryer all the time. :D

[@shedtested27]

I understand the value of making these small improvements. We are all so 'time poor' these days every little helps. Thanks for sharing.

[@zrt500]

Mike, after watching your video I purchased the plasma cutter the best Arc. My question is I don't like the standoff on the torch. Do you know what kind of tip I can purchase so I can drag it right on the metal. Thanks for your videos they're very helpful. Take care. Thank you, Butch Holada

[@peterthomas5792]

Why don't the ribs in the water table melt when you plasma cut above them?

[@joell439]

Thanks Mike for the tips. Very timely as I’ve been coincidentally designing a similar water tray for my welding table. My plan was to have the grid permanently attached but be able to swing down out of the way and add a rail underneath to slide in a water tray. I was going to fab up the water tray. Not sure why I didn’t think of the restaurant steam tray as I use a deep one under my 2x72 belt grinder. 🤦‍♂️ Good thing I’m still in the design phase. 😜

[@weldercutter4094]

Quite a good idea 👏

[@skinnywheelz]

Pretty cool little project. Thanks for sharing Mike!

[@jpsimon206]

Bargreen ellingson is a chain of restaurant supply wholesalers that happen to be open to the public. Stuff like that metal tray can be found in every shape and size shockingly inexpensive and very high quality. I'm quite prone to breaking things, but I hate plastic. I was able to get something like 36 pint glasses for $20. I have bounced these things off of concrete. There's a ton of stuff that is really useful in the shop. In particular, stainless steel sheet goods, some great tool storage and organization, but mostly it's just that you can be certain that everything there is extremely durable and well made despite being very inexpensive.

[@gadgetmerc]

Most woodworkers that use routers have a jig that lets you easily cut dados exactly where you want them. Its basically a straight edge that has a strip of plywood the exact size of your offset thats on a piano hinge. you line it up with the center line of the dado, flip the offset piece out of the way, then run your router across the straight edge. I bet that would work great for a plasma cutter. Just add a couple strips of magnets on the main straight edge. Tamar on the 3x3custom YT channel made one not long ago titled "Easy and Accurate Router Edge Guide // Woodworking Jig // Great for Dados and Grooves." you'll get the idea in the first couple seconds of the video

[@DougsMessyGarage]

Some really great ideas Mike. Step one for me, however, is to get my Crossfire Pro setup and running first.

[@unitedstatesofbuild4915]

Hey mike, thanks for the video! When you burn up those slats you going to rebuild the entire grill? Just wondering, I know the slats on my table are considered a consumable.

[@RambozoClown]

Seems like you could just cut out a bad one with the plasma, and weld in a new one.

[@Mikefestiva]

Yeah i would just build it again 👍

[@ejtakach]

Thanks Mike

[@skinnywheelz]

Pretty cool little project. Thanks for sharing Mike!

[@ar15gator]

Excellent 💯

[@051biohaz]

Another cool little project, anything I can do to practice with the welder is great…thanks for the upload dude..:)

[@Self.reliant]

Great idea on the magnets on the ruler.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for checking out my plasma table video 👍 I was just in the shop using it about an hour ago! Works great 👍

[@seansullivan3795]

Great ideas Mike! I'm ordering the rulers and magnets right now!

[@joell439]

I order them too 👍😎👍

[@Mikefestiva]

Awesome 👍

[@Ebikelover]

Very cool little project, you definitely put a lot of thought into them.

[@frijoli9579]

Genius

[@Banshee350speed]

Just got the Bestarc last week. It's awesome, and great features for the money 👍

[@donnarichardstevens3163]

Cheers Mike. Thanks for all the effort you put in.

[@jasondavis3288]

Awesome video as always Mike!!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thank Jason!

[@1rustytree]

Great idea Mike! Makes me want to get more proficient with my plasma cutter!

[@marcusbostrom7298]

The trick with magnetic ruler was really smart! And nice with the water, would work good with acetylen/oxygen cutting also? Mayby not so much water then. But always good to minimize the risk of fire and less smoke in the workshop! Thanks for the video, good as always!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for watching Marcus!

[@justusrogers7473]

Thanks for another awesome video. You're motivating me to get out to the shop; it's starting to warm up over her in the Northeast.

[@brandenpatterson2776]

Great video Mike love these little affordable hacks they are perfect !

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Brandon! It’s a lot of fun thinking these projects up 👍🙂

[@brandenpatterson2776]

@@Mikefestiva it’s a lot of fun seeing what you come up with too!

[@mattke5etc]

Great video! my only concern is that you fully welded in your slats so what are you going to do when they wear out? Would removable slats be more desirable?

[@Mikefestiva]

Probably not worth the time to make them removable, my CNC table slats are holding up great for the past two years of cutting. I would say that in 5 years you may need to change them out, you could add a second set of slats right along side the original ones or just plasma cut out the older ones and weld in new ones. It’s probably not something to worry about. Thanks for checking out my new video 👍

[@mattke5etc]

@@Mikefestiva Thank you for the quick reply. Awesome work!!!

[@RambozoClown]

They are removable. Remove with plasma, install with welder. Not a problem. ;)

[@Mitalayeka]

Thanks for sharing Mike.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for checking out my new video Mitala 👍🙂

[@thomasbailey8306]

Thanks Mike. I like that idea. Great Video...

[@CthulhuOO7]

nOOb here: What prevents the plasma from cutting the bars on the table?

[@gadsdenconsulting7126]

It will cut into the table slats a little. Eventually, you'd need to replace the slats.

[@connorswain604]

Great video! Thanks for sharing it with us

[@jparker785]

Always good ideas. Now I want to grill out though! 😁

[@DavidRobinson-mx6cl]

Awesome project , will be very handy ! Thanks so much bud !!! Btw , love your channel, so informative !!!!!!

[@Mikefestiva]

appreciated it David 👍

[@bradhartman2934]

Great information Mike, keep it coming!

[@mtbweekendwarriors7183]

Does anyone know what size air compressor he is running?

[@zacharyaplin8391]

The only thing I would do differently would be to make the bars in the middle of the table removable so that once they have been cut into and about to fall apart I could replace them with ease instead of grinding out the welds or making a new table.

[@Mikefestiva]

If you plasma cut often you will know it would take years of cutting on these slate before you come close to actually cutting the 1” bar stock all the way through. I have had a few people mentioning this exact thing to me already, from my experience over the past few years cutting on my CNC plasma table, the slates may get small cut marks in them, but will hold up for many years to come. Sometimes simplicity is better then overthinking. Take care Zachary.

[@jonahle]

👍

[@Ants_Pants]

Great stuff Mike, now all i need is a plasma cutter 😂 good work buddy. Glad to see another video from you.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for checking out my new video Ants! 👍🙂 I think you would get a lot of use out of a plasma cutter around your place. Take care 🙂

[@jfloyd6694]

Great video can’t wait to make one!!

[@weirdprojects607]

Great video Mike! It’s not as elaborate as some of your other videos, but it’s definitely near the top in usefulness! I’m now kicking myself for all the packing framework I’ve thrown out. And thanks for the magnetic ruler idea. I put that right up there with your magnetic grinding station! Hope you’re doing well up in the Northwest this winter!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Todd!

[@bertb842]

Cool water table idea! magnetic ruler guide trick. I'll be looking into that for sure! Thanks Mike!

[@Mikefestiva]

Thank you Bert!

[@panda_of_trash7806]

As always, great video Mike! Really awsome idea for a budget shop addition! Really like the small modular size.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thank you Danny!

[@JayHutchG]

Hey Mike. Do you think a 4" deep tray would be OK? I'm worried about splash back onto the plasma torch with only a 4" deep tray. That would be very bad. Whaddyathink? Have you experienced any splash back with your 6" deep tray?

[@ezelk1337]

I have bunch of metal bed frames that I gleaned from the dump. This would be the perfect project to make with my plasma cutter. Thanks

[@Mikefestiva]

Perfect! 👍

[@nuttfarmgarage6434]

More great ideas! I built a portaband stand similar to the one you built, now I have to build this for the cheap plasma cutter you inspired me to purchase. Thanks for all the great tips.👍

[@Mikefestiva]

Awesome 👍

[@JayHutchG]

Hey Mike. Love your videos. Have used many of your ideas and you have inspired many others. I try to keep my shop as clean as possible too. It's a never ending battle. Something I wanted to mention was a way to trap most of the shaving from your Evolution saw. I have the same one and you likely know this, but if you put a good magnet in a small snack size zip lock bag it will catch most of those shards & chips from your Evolution cut off saw. There is a good spot to place it right where this chips hit the back. Unzip the ziplock bag over a trash can & pull off bag inside out to empty shavings. I have upgraded that idea with a mini mag safe magnet with switch on and off. If bag big enough simple turn on and off the magnet w/o ever opening the bag. Works so well I have another one under my Porta Band Saw table (inspired by you). You have helped me find simpler ways to improve my shop, I'm hoping you never tried this so I can help you out in your shop.

[@jpsimon206]

That's a slick little setup. I can't remember the name of the model line but Ikea has extremely affordable stainless steel racks made for plates. They fold away when not in use, they are designed for just washed dishes like the classic European over the sink cabinet with no bottom. Is less than $10 for a 12-in by 16 in rack but they have all kinds of different rack designs that are modular and come in various sizes. I'm not sure the exact reason why, but the stainless used in these is remarkably consistent in terms of thickness. Not quite dowel pins, but not coat hangers either. I have found this line of kitchenware to be really useful everywhere except the kitchen. Cheap too!

[@danielrapoza8468]

Mike awesome video 👍 👍 After watching a dozen videos, this is the actual video the Mitch - MJA Doing Stuff recommended we watch. 😆 🤣. Well you got a new subscriber from his recommendation... Thanks for posting!!!! Dan

[@rodneymoore2154]

Bought a cutter for new poll barn I'm building love what your doing here in michigan you have great ideas hope to be using some of them soon thanks for what your doing

[@Mikefestiva]

Thank you Rodney and thank for watching 👍

[@CraigHollabaugh]

Hey Mike, I got the rulers from your aff link today. The quality is incredible. Thanks for highlighting them.

[@tcellen2136]

very nice! I have to do the same. Building a combo welding, CNC, laser, plasma table. The magnetic ruler is such a great idea. Subscribed!

[@xXThExRel3eLXx]

How is the predator dirt bike holding up? I’m gonna do the same thing to an xr200r frame.

[@Farm_fab]

Mike, that's a clever idea. I see catering pans at the scrap yard occasionally, so I'll keep an eye out for one.

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks Bryant!

[@StickyWhiteFly]

That is pretty ingenious with the rulers. You are very inspiring I have not used any kind of welder in 30 years started researching welders recently and after watching a few of your videos I pulled the trigger and bought a welder. Have yet to get it functioning but looking forward to tinkering around once I get it operational.

[@sohnwehseler9327]

Awesome! Thanks Mike, I just ordered the Bestarc and can't wait to get cutting. I will definitely be making a little cutting table like this that will pull out from under my welding table. Thanks for all the inspiring ideas, keep em coming!

[@letscheckitout1985]

Hey mike do you like using the chop saw more than a horizontal bandsaw? If so why?

[@tractorboy31]

I dont have a shop but i am looking into a hobart 27i plasma. I already have a hobart 190 mig and have been really happy with it. Main reason why i initially went hobart is ive heard lots of good on them and they are at tsc so i can get consumables really easy. I just ordered steel to make myself a welding wagon. That way everything i normally need is all together and portable in 1 trip. I am thinking about some sort of welding table though

[@lcogan65]

I’m just starting to set up my shop at home and one of these tables is probably the first thing I’ll make. I’m glad I found your video.

[@babyduckmilitia2186]

Another great idea from Mike Festiva! Now that I have had my plasma going for about a month, I have noticed that my pajamas are accumulating holes at a rapid rate.

[@sasquatch3945]

I think you should sell T-shirt with "Super Simple" on it. You say that often - and with your communication and demonstration skills, it is usually true.

[@jarinleard2750]

I really like the magnetic ruler I'm just getting into plasma cutting and was looking for ideas for a good clean cut

[@billharris8263]

Hi, really enjoyed your vid, plasma table a brilliant idea, I am definitely going to make one, with a stand. Welcome to the UK.

[@1aview]

Scored a bestarc 500dp 3rd gen after seeing your review. And I agree all your likes were on point when compared to others similar. I haven't cut much yet but so far I like it.

[@Teklectic]

That's a really cool idea, I think I'm going to build one of those for my shop, loose sparks causing a fire are a concern in my shop, so this would definitely make my plasma more useful.

[@connorswain604]

Hey Mike wondering what brand of uni-bit/step bit you use to open up holes in metal? Thanks

[@justinpiazza11]

Nice 👍 great idea.

[@jessesmith1181]

Perfect little table for guys like me who don't have a cnc table and always freehand our cuts!!!

[@rsbharley4766]

Excellent job Mike, thanks for taking the time to share. Cheers

[@jamesm729]

Your lucky with pricing, Australia is so expensive

[@bobrat]

I was thinking of making a small plasma table this summer too. Nice!

[@donaldhalls2189]

Thanks for that information makes it easy for me to make my table all the best to you and loved one's

[@Mikefestiva]

Thanks for checking out my new video Donald! 🙂

[@scottdavis9442]

Trying to talk the wife into getting a cnc plasma table.

[@Mikefestiva]

A CNC table is awesome to have in the shop! Really useful 👍🙂

[@mocarp1]

Thanks Mike.

[@itsa67]

I love this setup - perfect for a small shop, or someone like me who like to do a little of everything!

[@blueboatone5653]

Ants Pants gave you a shout out and it inspired to come over and take a look at your channel again. I'm glad I did. Good idea on the plasma table!

[@xcal_99_industries32]

This is genius.

[@russmullen4845]

Nice video and idea

[@Mikefestiva]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@rickwheeler6811]

Looking for a kitchen sink... Free... Lol ..nice a deep, had a drain to dump in bucket

[@sasquatch3945]

Dumb question: What prevents the vertical slats on plasma cutting tables from getting cut along with the part? I am about to buy a plasma cutter and make a water table like this.

[@AllThingsFabrication]

The slats do get cut along with the part that you're cutting. Most cut tables have replaceable slats because they do get degraded from using the table. I'm surprised that he welded them in, but it is a quick project to make another one when it gets too cut up.

[@seansysig]

Mike I’m making this ASAP thanks.

[@Mikefestiva]

Right on thanks Sean!