Mini Router Table a Beginner Can Build and Get Pro Results!

[@731Woodworks]

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[@soujrnr]

Simple and cheap to build with the exception of the outrageously priced top plate at the Etsy link. It's much cheaper to make your own. Other than that, this is a great little tabletop router table! I will build or buy a full size table later, but I need one quick for a project that I'm surprising my wife with while she's traveling! This fits the bill perfectly!! Thanks, Matt! One suggestion: You could add a couple of T-tracks so that the fence can be adjusted without using clamps. It's just a little easier, but requires a couple extra cuts and the need to buy some T-track. With what you save by not buying that top plate at Etsy, you could buy the T-track and use a table saw to cut the dado without needing to buy an expensive dado blade to do it. Just shave a bit at a time to get that sweet spot for the T-track!

[@frenchdragon2]

You and I have a very different definition of simple. I am not ready for builds like this yet. Thx for putting this content out there!

[@kayesway1]

Not at all simple and he’s going so fast… I learned nothing lmao

[@brickleyyard4966]

Seams simple enough for me was able to make mine just from watching the video alone

[@1969_toTheMoon]

Great Videos!!! You should sell the Portable tables as a Kit, already cut and everything, ready to be put together (IKEA style). I'm sure a lot of people will buy it, including me. Happy 4th!

[@DenBlackburn]

Anyone who keeps their mistakes in the video has my full support, we all make a mess at times, and it hekps that you also showed how you corrected the misstake, brilliant video, thank you.

[@TheSmothers71]

Made this for may dad. Great easy to follow plans. I was able to use my CNC to create the pocket. Also used a bowl to create the curve on the legs. Thanks for the plans Matt. Always love your videos.

[@thomas_armour83]

Just priced tables and plates that may or may not end up fitting the router I have. This video gave me the confidence I needed to just build my own that I know will work.

[@michaelgrove7565]

I figure on making something very similar, perhaps even this one from your plans. :-) The only changes I would make is find someplace else for storing the fence and put a French cleat on the back. I have a French cleat on the front of my workbench, so being able to just move the router table from the French cleat wall to the front of my workbench will make it an easy height to work on without having to clamp it to the workbench. Thank ya much for this, and all the rest, of your videos. :-)

[@nmfam]

This is precisely why I can't throw anything away! Thank you friend. Great job as usual.

[@731Woodworks]

Thanks for watching!

[@GyWO10]

Great idea especially if you don’t have space for a larger router table! 👊🏽

[@CreativeCustomDesigns]

Nice router table....I built one a few months ago....a bit larger with 2 drawers on each side.....I'm going to see if the fence will store on the back like yours did....GREAT idea. Now off to watch the cross cut sled video

[@jkempa1906]

I built this router table this weekend. Thank you for the ideas!

[@Shannon-v3r]

I need one of those million dollar sticks. That kickback is scary!

[@havocproltd]

thank you , sir! THIS might be just what my neighbor and I have been looking for! I really like your videos.

[@orazha]

I love it. I've been using my Bosch router table. It's pretty limited. I think I'll make my own now.

[@robbielee3877]

Those plans are absolutely top notch!!! I was very impressed!

[@731Woodworks]

Glad you like them!

[@chambersdjc]

@731Woodworks - Please consider an updated version of this table to coincide with the updated version of the router table insert... Thank you

[@joseignaciocabrera672]

That little table for the router is a very good idea, thanks for sharing.

[@731Woodworks]

Glad you like it!

[@ericpetitclerc5519]

Great projet! I just love the build and the accessories for holding the bits and keys... Thank you!

[@Dustins_Woodworking]

Nice to see a project video. Thanks for your dedication

[@vernsteinbrecker3759]

Nice build, takes up less space and easy to move around

[@jitanandaswami9982]

You need more subscribers, for sure

[@nickmalkowski8547]

Hey Matt, I have an older craftsman router table which I found out yesterday that it’s made of sawdust and glue wood. Is there a way I can turn the router from the table into a plunge router? TYIA

[@skampp]

I've got a cheap Kobalt 10" 15 amp job site table saw and I've made a "drop-in" palm router table to go in the slide out section. I'm gonna try to adapt your fence for it, thanks so much for the inspiration and the know-how brother!

[@dardack]

I have a cheap kobalt 10" 15amp job site table too, do you have plans for this drop in? How did you make it? And yeah the fence is a good idea.

[@skampp]

@@dardack Oh I'm sure there's a better one out there somewhere. But I just took an oak 1x8 that I had and cut it to length I think 23", then put rabbets on the underside left and right to make it fit the slide-out opening snugly. I planed it down to level with the table. I made my router holes (countersunk from the top for bolts) and bolted it on. I made a miter slot on the long edge. I used the fence from this as a basis for mine, but I made some "ears" or whatever for the underside of the fence and snug them up with finger bolts from the top like any other jig. Super simple, quick and dirty, but it works really well. I use my a palm router in this, it's easy to open the router latch and drop it out to change the bit, then pop it back in. I know that was basic, let me know if you have any questions.

[@dardack]

@@skampp I appreciate you getting back to me I just want something simple quick dirty but works. Would you next time you take it out take a picture I understood most of what you said but the ears part and after I got lost

[@kenappleby8481]

Nice little project but with the price of plywood I think it'd be better value just to buy the Skil router kit combo. Especially if you don't have a lot of the bits etc. for doing something like this.

[@floyd6545]

Pretty cool! The walnut tray gave me an idea for a storage box.

[@friskyanderson]

how do you reconcile the fact that DeWalt specifically prohibits the use of this router upsidedown?

[@ReyAce00]

And that... my friends... is how you make a KZbin video. 👍 Thanks!

[@natehaack4999]

I like your simple take on it, thanks, Matt

[@731Woodworks]

Glad you like it!

[@onidb1]

Perfect timing I was just thinking build or buy now definitely building

[@JamesShafer-uz2mt]

Hiya Outlaw! Long time stalker of the channel, finally made the plunge into wood working and routing, and I purchased a couple of your bundles and I am starting with the Mini Router Table. I have my pieces cut rough, all are sanded and smoothed, but I have not yet cut down the final dimensions in the guide. I also purchased the same insert from Woodgrain Junkies too. I was wondering for the template you created to plunge cut the insert portion, what thickness of plywood did you use? It looked like either 1/2 or maybe 3/4? I only ask because I got that same Rockler bit from a local Rockler store here in St. Louis. And its length seems kinda on a short side. And I know you should not have your bit extending to far out of the router chuck. Just wanted to check with you on that. Many thanks! Bless!

[@billybike57]

Wow what a quick and easy build, I’ve been looking for something like this! Thanks so much!

[@batfreak6897]

if you only could have 1, would you build this or get the Skil combo you reviewed? Already have a palm router. Really torn after watching these 2 vids of yours. thx!

[@Jimc4007]

If it ever decides to cool off enough to get out and build something this might be where I direct my energy. That person selling the acrylic plate is going to be wondering why they can't keep up making those LOL! I'm sure they use a CNC and batch out several in a couple of hours but still... You've built this channel up to the point that if only 2-5% of your subscribers were to order within the first week that's a lot of router plates sold!

[@88rushrocks]

Thanks because I’m going to be upgrading my router station for my new woodworking shop j 3:16

[@dlk4318]

marvelous as all your work is

[@Cahsolotree]

Fantastic, very simple table.

[@IzziThe]

How do you keep the fence square. Just re-measuring it every time you adjust it?

[@rayb2208]

What countersink bit do you recommend? There's a ton of brands and sizes. Thanks

[@CatherineStokes-n5c]

Question: if you decide not to make or buy an insert because you are not confident enough to do that, would I just drill the holes to mount the router directly into part A? Do I still need to cut out the centre in this case?

[@FixItFrench]

Dude this is sick! I love the black under the clear base, and great idea for dust collection. This probably works better than most brands out there

[@731Woodworks]

Thanks!

[@Concentr88]

Thanks mate just purchased the plans. Time to go to work. 👍🏻🇦🇺

[@731Woodworks]

Have fun!

[@snowdude253]

What is that youtube subscriber screen/clock you have in your toolbox back wall?

[@Critter145]

0:16 I’d call mine the “NES” cause storage is about 16 bits🤣

[@stevesmith7164]

Good video Matt, nice quick table

[@ricchavens5858]

The pocket hole jig you used and recommended is no longer available. Do you have any recommendations for which jig to get now?

[@731Woodworks]

It's available on my website faithvalleytools.com/collections/massca-products

[@diybeardedguy5517]

Awesome video Mr. Outlaw!!!

[@731Woodworks]

Glad you liked it!

[@TPoPArt]

Where did you buy this nice looking plywood? Going to check out your plans for this.

[@louistyler3123]

What program do you use to create your plans?

[@schoppworld]

I’ve missed your project videos.

[@731Woodworks]

Understood. The reason they are few and far between is because the majority don't watch them. So far this is 10th out of the last 10 videos I've released in view count.

[@michaelbrock6222]

how thick of ply wood did you make the top

[@SykesFW]

Is “STAYBILITY” an Arkansas thang? What brand of tape are you using?

[@Critter145]

1:05 "That's why you keep stuff". 🤣 Yes Sir, it is.

[@Desire_of_Ages]

Nice work 👍

[@TheRickymak]

How much does it cost in materials to build this?

[@teamredwaltz6249]

Do you have any building plans for this?

[@michaelfairchild]

Just remember to unhook the battery when changing bits on battery powered router.

[@ThisRandomGuyYouDidntNotice]

made something similar here, however I used drive in nuts (driven in from the top) and metric screws below the inlay so i can fine adjust the flushness of the inlay. nonetheless great thing to have and hugely more stable than freehanding with such a small router :)

[@nicktolmachoff9415]

Very nice build , great job Matt !

[@731Woodworks]

Thanks!

[@jimrosson6702]

Great build Matt great video

[@731Woodworks]

Thanks 👍

[@jamesmeader6539]

Dude, use your blade guard. You may feel you don't need it, but you don't want to give viewers (especially inexperienced viewers) the idea that THEY don't need it.

[@baron1c]

“Remember… safety third” -Mike Rowe

[@JjJj-mc8jb]

Do you mean on his table saw? The riving knife is there and thats typically what you would have as the safety feature. He has a sawstop so the blade guard is super unnecessary.

[@jamesmeader6539]

@@JjJj-mc8jb Sawstop won't help should either the work or the scrap get dropped on top of the spinning blade. Don't pretend it can't happen. Thus, I could argue about the blade guard being "super unnecessary" but I won't bother.

[@JjJj-mc8jb]

@jamesmeader6539 hahahaha noooooooo james no blade guard if you are dropping peieces on the blade while its running you need a sort of "table saw safety cource". I mean im not saying it can't everrrrr happen but, should it? No you should be calculating those momvents as best as you can.

[@coreytohme9861]

Is this table only for trim routers or for mid and full size routers as well?

[@731Woodworks]

It should work with any router if you have the right insert plate.

[@paulvilca]

is this the router table you ended up attaching to your rolling packout?

[@731Woodworks]

yes, but it just sets on top, not attached

[@tseislover11]

Love your content, thank you

[@rickeberle-hj1lj]

I guess I can contact you through here. Nobody can find Baltic birch. We all know why. Wondering if solid wood panels can be substituted for plywood. What kinds of wood would be best?

[@barrycottrell4553]

Nice project! What size round over bit, (radius), did you use?

[@NolanBuilt]

This is a good idea! I need to make one!

[@crosscutofficial]

I Definitely need to build this!

[@adecang]

Your router works on a battery. How do you manage emergency stops?

[@jimdoewoodwork]

Thank you.

[@normancrown9965]

You are a very good wood worker.I have been doing it for 40 years,you do lmpress me .

[@ronswoodshack]

Very cool!! Thanks Mighty Matt

[@731Woodworks]

Glad you liked it!

[@timlist4173]

would you recommend this for a bosch PR20EV trim router? (1.0 hp colt)

[@731Woodworks]

I prefer the cordless DeWALT personally but the Bosch is a good one too

[@diverblc]

Wera make the best screwdrivers!

[@jayhitek]

This is nearly identical to the plans I bought from John Malecki

[@doozerakapuckfutin]

Great video sir . Protruding is a lot of word however antidisestablishmentarianism is also a long word .

[@Ozninjaguy]

Router plate insert link not working as of Jan 11.

[@NatoView]

I don't know if a beginner could build this but it's a great idea. One thing, your table saw technique is dangerous to show a beginner. No push block?

[@ryobiguydiy]

I like it!👊🏾😎

[@angelmorales-jz1kb]

How much will it cost $$$$

[@Overlegen_Dre]

I love it

[@731Woodworks]

Thank you.

[@birdymcpig]

I got a second router base that is permanently attached to my table.

[@saturnfrak]

you didn't show how you get the router up and down in the table, as well as how do you change bits...

[@DragonEyeOfficial]

damn this table look like DIYForKnuckleheads router table made 2 year ago...

[@Breadbaker4130]

exactly what I was thinking. Even has the same leg shape cut ins...

[@DragonEyeOfficial]

@@Breadbaker4130 yep !! look likes 731 are a sneaky one 🤣

[@HumilityListens]

Lol guarentee someone else made the design and got no credit. Most of them take blueprints or ideas from somewhere.​@@DragonEyeOfficial

[@ChrisCrowley74]

Make it again without the table saw

[@jrgenwoldandersen8912]

Would it be too much to ask that you add measuremets in metric on screen as well? Unless you don't care about/want viewers from anywhere outside USA ofc.. 🙃

[@loloflylolo6336]

WWWAAASWWWWWW!! it s never see!!!!

[@barrymathison]

You're very informative and very good at what you do. And you do all kinds of cool things. But my issue is I'm a total beginner and I'm losing my mind slowly anyway because I'm 7 years old p I have one leg and you going too fast for me. I mean I've just fell in love or woodworking in love with it in the last 4 months. So I'm waiting for my table. Saw to come this week and then I'm going to be practicing all that I learned from you and some of the other good ones. At least the ones I consider good like bourbon mouth and that one lady. I don't know her name. She just moved into a new place and she's very good at what she does and then there's this other lady that's got so many tricks. She must be teaching at MIT because she's way up there and I don't know her name never show her face. I can only go by your hands and her apron. She always wears the same apron so she is. I just love watching her. She's so informative. Anyway you and several other anyway, you and several others have paved the way for me to start doing my stuff and I have some very good ideas that I haven't seen out there probably is but I haven't seen it so I'm anxious to get going on that. I get my table saw coming but the key is coming next month. Sorry I'm going to fix income. You know pension and and social security. It's okay but I had a lot of things that screwed me up in the past and we slept. Left me doing stuff. I shouldn't have been wasting money and all that garbage. Anyway. Next month I plan to get what I need and then I'll be on my way there. Hopefully teaching some people some things anyway. Good day, please slow down just a tad bit. I'm washing your mini router table so and that's what I need because you know I just I don't have a real bench. And I have half a shed like 10x10 and I'm sharing that with our totes. So while back I saw a tote stand and I'd like to get to make one of those one of the first things to make after I you know. Try to make a little bit of money at first but I know I can make money. I just got to get my skills out there that ain't been really cold. You know skilled like what you guys have. They're different on a different level. You know airbrushing very good with that. Hairbrush so anyway good day. Hope you get this message. Thank you, barry

[@Andrew-r2h]

nobody i know has this amount of equipment so a newby is not going to do anythng you build without money to buy all those tools but nice video

[@fatal510]

All he used was a table saw and jigsaw… jigsaws are like 30 bucks. And a table saw should be the first tool you buy if you are getting into woodworking. It’s the cornerstone of everything. Used ones can be found for less than 150. Further more you can literally do all These cuts with the jigsaw, handsaws, or whatever. Now for the recess insert. Surely you have a router to do that or why are you even making a router table for a router you don’t have?

[@dianaschaefer3015]

True

[@dianaschaefer3015]

I mean true about the table saw being your first purchase.

[@laurielyon7740]

IMHO…this build is not all that simple, as another viewer has said. Were I too possess enough skill to build this, I’d more than likely already be in possession a router table that I know how to use, even the inexpensive by highly touted Skil table. So this would a nice gift for a friend, perhaps. But very instructive, nonetheless. Also, I’m often amused ( and sometimes not) by the viewer’s comments. When someone offers a critique, beginning by calling you Dude-an always condescending moniker-it’s apparent you’re dealing with dreaded Smartest Guy In The Room. Always laughable. Thanks for a great clip….again.

[@carstenhilbert5472]

This is not safe. A stationary tool is required to have an easy to reach emergency off button.

[@b3arwithm3]

I don't see the point of having a plate and making it permanent by screwing it to the table.

[@mgpvii]

“A beginner can build”…now that is clickbait.

[@nate6200]

I hope at some point in the future to not see your thumbnails with mock expressions on them. Like I am getting so I want to unsub.

[@731Woodworks]

Understood. After posting over 800 videos on this channel and testing thousands of thumbnail variations, this is what the majority click on. I have a testing feature that tests 3 at a time. Nearly every test, people choose this a lot more often vs not. That's why it's done. As far as you unsubscribing because of it, I wouldn't want to lose you as a subscriber at all, however, why would it carry so much weight with you if you get value out of the content? Just curious. Thanks.

[@JerryPonds]

First

[@731Woodworks]

👊

[@tomcarr5195]

Did you speed up the audio on this video? Because it seems like you're taking faster than a new york divorce attorney......

[@731Woodworks]

No, I didn't. Just a faster paced edit (more cuts, etc.)

[@Calligraphybooster]

Why do people pull stupid faces for KZbin?

[@josevera8847]

Worthless to fast😢.

[@Drew5811]

Looks good, I was about to recommend a name change, from 731 woodworks to 731 tool reviews😂. kidding …. Love what you do.

[@731Woodworks]

Probably be more accurate moving forward lol. This one was one and the last build was 2 of my bottom performing videos in the last several months.