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Recently I acquired a new-to-me Atlas shaper, but it came without a stand. I built a stand for it using a design I have used successfully before, and took the opportunity to build a new stand for my mini-mill at the same time. As I was getting ready to build the second table, I realized that the part dimensions could be easily calculated for any size table, so I created a spreadsheet to do just that. The spreadsheet and other information can be found at the link below:
The tables are built up from standard 2x4s (actually 1-1/2" x 3-1/2") and can easily support hundreds of pounds. I like to add a drawer and lower shelf, but of course these are optional. For the mini-mill table I also added a back panel to help contain chips.
As you can see from the pictures below, I painted one of the tables (primer and two coats of oil-based enamel) and finished the other with several coats of clear gloss polyurethane. I'll see which finish holds up better in actual use.
The tables are built up from standard 2x4s (actually 1-1/2" x 3-1/2") and can easily support hundreds of pounds. I like to add a drawer and lower shelf, but of course these are optional. For the mini-mill table I also added a back panel to help contain chips.
As you can see from the pictures below, I painted one of the tables (primer and two coats of oil-based enamel) and finished the other with several coats of clear gloss polyurethane. I'll see which finish holds up better in actual use.