MF-TB multifunction tool box

[Brice Burrell]

Somehow ??? I missed this thread the first time around.

I have now received (and happily paid for) a set of plans.  The plans are excellent and will build at least one MF-TB soon.

I think that I will also built the jigsaw table variation (even though I won't be able to talk about it or show any pictures here  [sad] ).

You've said too much.....

 

[festnoob]

Hey Tim did you sell your design to Festool? I see they are releasing something strikingly similar to your MFTB. ???

 

[festivus]

Almost finished making Timothy's MFTB. It has been more of challenge than I thought it'd be but good fun.

I can't find the clasp he's using to close the box - in the UK at least. Anyone have any supplier or an alternative?

Thanks!

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[GarryMartin]

I can't find the clasp he's using to close the box - in the UK at least. Anyone have any supplier or an alternative?

Try this - looks very similar;

http://uk.rs-online.com/web/p/product/1974110/?grossPrice=Y&cm_mmc=UK%7CShopping-_-Google+PLA-_-RS%7CToggle+Latches-_-1974110&kpid=&istCompanyId=f7e7b05b-2daf-4c0e-8825-3633baf8113b&istItemId=xitlpamwp&istBid=tztx&gclid=CPbNsJbH07wCFSccwwoddV8ACg

 

[johninthecamper]

Almost finished making Timothy's MFTB. It has been more of challenge than I thought it'd be but good fun.

I can't find the clasp he's using to close the box - in the UK at least. Anyone have any supplier or an alternative?

Thanks!

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that latch is made by southco,they are distributed in almost every country

 

[festivus]

Many thanks both of you - I couldn't find it but wasn't sure what it was called. Anyway stopped by B&Q on the off chance and they have them there:

http://www.diy.com/nav/fix/nails-screws-fixings-hardware/furniture-hardware/catches___drawer_slides/-specificproducttype-cupboard_catches/B-and-Q-Toggle-and-Plate-Nickel-Effect-9370820

Absolute rip off - but the only money I've spent on this and now have one spare .

 

[bror]

wow

 

[Asterix]

Hey Tim did you sell your design to Festool? I see they are releasing something strikingly similar to your MFTB. ???

That's what the owner of the patent (workbench on top of a systainer, so called systand) tried to do without success. Therefor festool added it to the systainer itself to not violate the existing patent.

Didn't meet their market..... [blink]

 

[festivus]

All finished! Great plans and fantastic email support from Tim! I'd recommend anyone with Festool kit having a go at this. Already been very useful.

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Few notes:

*In UK case lock called toggle latch. Had trouble locating see above. But now found everywhere. Ended up buying from CPC: http://cpc.farnell.com/jsp/search/productdetail.jsp?SKU=FN02183 (£2.50 for 5 and free delivery!). Screwfix also do them have recently noticed. Must remember to take rip-off B&Q ones back!

*I skipped compatibility with classic Systainer - just ran out of time and felt would generally been on top of new drills which are t-loc

*I didn't use templates - which saves time but would of course be more hassle if built another!

*I used all scrap and rushed it so doesn't look wonderful but perfectly utilitarian

*Imagined it would be hard to get it to fit snugly with bottom T-loc - but not so - Tim's directions spot on. A few extra pics to help cutting the pieces that fit in bottom systainer would be helpful - it's obvious after you've done it - but front pieces are mirrored!

*Careful screwing through little circular latch for T-loc - split the wood (walnut) first go even with large pilot holes. Used a drum sander attachment on pillar drill at 20 degrees to refine this latch after cutting initially on bandsaw. This took a bit of time

*Wasn't clear on orientation of corner blocks of pine from instructions - but doesn't really matter. Length different when butted together

*Would be quite handy for instructions to point out what's vital, what's useful and what is purely aesthetic.

One day Tim - I'll build the big MFTC-Eng!

 

[love2cad]

Good day all... I just joined the FOG after purchasing my first Festool (TS-55 REQ and CT48) and of course immediately ordered Tim's plans... for all three! I'll report back when building is done. Thanks!

Bobby

 

[festnoob]

Good day all... I just joined the FOG after purchasing my first Festool (TS-55 REQ and CT48) and of course immediately ordered Tim's plans... for all three! I'll report back when building is done. Thanks!

Bobby

Welcome to the FOG Bobby

 

[Frank Pellow]

Somehow ??? I missed this thread the first time around.

I have now received (and happily paid for) a set of plans.  The plans are excellent and will build at least one MF-TB soon.

I think that I will also built the jigsaw table variation (even though I won't be able to talk about it or show any pictures here  [sad] ).

I finally got around to building two MT-TBs and am very happy with them. 

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I did use the plans a little bit but, mostly, I made use of the photos that came with the plans and took measurements from my existing systainers.

I did make a few additions and modifications to the design -the most obvious one being the fence that doubles as a handle on the systainer to the left in the picture.

 

[Frank Pellow]

A couple of people have contacted me asking for more information about my build project for these systainers.  I do have many notes and photos but, since one of the boxes facilitates the use of a jigsaw in a manner that Festool USA does not advocate, I have not posted this material here.

Anyone who wishes to see my notes may contact my privately (fpellow@sympatico.ca) and I will send my notes to them.

 

[Frank Pellow]

A great advantage of a well constructed wooden systainer is that one can stand on it. 

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I occasionally stood on the systainers from Festool and Tanos but, when doing so, was nervous that I would crack them.  I am very confident that these wooden systainers can easily support me.

 

[mike_aa]

That's one way to show off your work! [big grin]

You did a great job on those.  They look great.

Mike A.

 

[Frank Pellow]

I have made some enhancements to the systainer that holds the jigsaw. 

The first enhancement is a guard that can be attached to the table when the fence is not in use.  (aside: Since this photo shows a safe use of the saw, I assume that Festool will not object to it)


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I also made a couple of trays to hold batteries and charger, accessories and blades:

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[Timtool]

Nice one(s) Frank!
I barely have time anymore to check this site as often as i would like so i'm missing allot of stuff!

 

[Frank Pellow]

Nice one(s) Frank!
I barely have time anymore to check this site as often as i would like so i'm missing allot of stuff!

Thanks Tim.  I feel like a student whose teacher has just given him an A mark on his project.

Maybe, I have now graduated and can attempt an MFTC next.  I think that I will, at least, order the MFTC plans from you.