MFT3 expansion

[mickr]

I would like to expand my table so I can get a 4ft piece of plywood on it. I can't see how to expand the exstrusions to build a wider table.  I have the MFT3 guide rail & a 54" rail, so i want to connect those so I can make a longer run.  I cannort find longer extrusions.  I wonder if I have to buy a 2nd table and connect them?  my only option?
thanks

 

[Kev]

[welcome] to the FOG [wink]

Expanding the table itself would be a trial, adding extensions will be much easier. Linking 2 MFT/3's isn't a bad idea if you're happy to spend the money and it gives you the option of having a 2200x720mm or 1100x1440mm surface.

The KAPEX UG extensions fit too.

With a bit of fiddling you could shape an edge that'll let you marry and clamp a board to the edge of the MFT and all you'll need is some legs.

It really depends on how sophisticated you want to be. There's a point where it'll be simpler just to make a larger work table!

 

[semenza]

I would like to expand my table so I can get a 4ft piece of plywood on it. I can't see how to expand the exstrusions to build a wider table.  I have the MFT3 guide rail & a 54" rail, so i want to connect those so I can make a longer run.  I cannort find longer extrusions.  I wonder if I have to buy a 2nd table and connect them?  my only option?
thanks

Hi,

    Welcome to the forum!  [smile]

    The easiest way to make a larger MFT is to use additional MFTs. There are connectors available to attach the tables together. They can attach on the long sides or the short sides. Allowing for shape / arrangement  versatility. Doing this will allow use of the MFT guide rail supports and fence for making cuts. Realistically though, you would need more than two to have full support of a 4' x 8' sheet.

    Many have also built custom size MFTs in a variety of ways. Some utilize the guide rail support system and some do not. I think for most  cutting 4' x 8' sheets is done on large cutting surfaces as opposed to the MFT. There are a lot of options for cutting surfaces. And many are shown here on FOG.

      I built a  large cutting table for my shop. 3' x 10' with a fold up leaf that adds more width when needed. No holes and it doesn't utilize the MFT guide rail components.

    Try a forum search for "cutting table" . That will get quite a few results. In addition I am sure members will be chiming in here with solutions.

Seth