MFTC portable workshop

[Mitchewd]

It also works in my kitchen when the garage is too cold...

 

[StianRL]

The mini and the midi will fit underneath - not that I have ever stored mine under the workbench.  (out to the side works best for hose ergonomics)

Warning on the dust extractor purchase: if you ever want to add the CMS, the mini and midi are not compatible with the hose accessory kit - nor are they compatible with many of the other vac accessories.  I know this is not your concern right now, but I am considering the CMS and I am a little ticked that I will need to upgrade my vac to a CT 26 to make it work right...

Isn't this all you need to use the mini/midi with the CMS Y hose?https://www.festool.co.uk/Products/Accessories/Pages/Detail.aspx?pid=499196

 

[GarryMartin]

The mini and the midi will fit underneath - not that I have ever stored mine under the workbench.  (out to the side works best for hose ergonomics)

Warning on the dust extractor purchase: if you ever want to add the CMS, the mini and midi are not compatible with the hose accessory kit - nor are they compatible with many of the other vac accessories.  I know this is not your concern right now, but I am considering the CMS and I am a little ticked that I will need to upgrade my vac to a CT 26 to make it work right...

Isn't this all you need to use the mini/midi with the CMS Y hose?https://www.festool.co.uk/Products/Accessories/Pages/Detail.aspx?pid=499196

Absolutely. I have that and use my Midi with my CMS quite often.

Some people have used non-Festool parts to achieve the same thing too.

 

[rst]

Onieda makes an anti static right angle hose connector that I use with my Midi all other Festool hoses.  you can find them in the Dust Deputy accessories pages.

 

[Mitchewd]

Good finds on the adapter options - I was told it was NAINA and should have searched harder.  The Oneida option looks promising.

Note also that you can adjust the design of the MFTC shelf to accommodate the taller CT models.

 

[Mitchewd]

Note to all: Lessons learned.

1.  Do not paint the edge banding frame around the perforated top.  Clamping to that surface scuffs the paint and leaves marks on your projects.  I recommend building it custom from a nice hardwood like oak, maple, or ash. (Dovetail time!)

2.  The rail slots on the top are nice if you plan on traveling with the MFTC a lot.  If you are building it to keep in your garage as a space-saver, just add another t-track.  You will find it more useful and you can hang your guide rails on the wall. 

3.  When buying a perforated top (if you swing that way) check and double check the dimensions.  I had to cut a spare bit from my cutoff to extend the length to fit.  The top was not the same size as the final interior dimension and came up a few inches short.  The T-55 and domino made the extension seamless, but I know it is there.

4.  The folding extension tables are awesome for anchoring the MFTC to a post or built-in bench, if you have one.  Just extend your top and clamp to a nearby top or leg and it is incredibly strong.  I can clamp the MFTC to my wall to brace it for planing and I can plane away with ZERO play.  No need for an overbuilt bench!

 

[Mitchewd]

Onieda makes an anti static right angle hose connector that I use with my Midi all other Festool hoses.  you can find them in the Dust Deputy accessories pages.

Can you recommend exactly which part?  I see a number of options, but not sure which.  Also, does the y-adapter fit directly to the Ultimate Dust Deputy?  I am thinking of getting that as my next purchase.

 

[rst]

Onieda has many anti-static accessories under
Onieda Dust Deputy accessories -  Static Conductive Right Angle Vacuum Elbow  Item #: AXD600103
2.5 in x 5.5 ft Static Dissipative Flex Hose    Item #: AXD250066
also under floor sanding accessories
Cleanshop 2.5" Static Dissipative Hose Kit - 25 ft                Item #: ASK000000

 

[Mitchewd]

Thanks! I have a built-in office to knock out - after that I will likely be getting the UDD!

Additional Note:

5.  Unless you are really hurting to keep the weight down, keep the extra five ounces and don't cut out the top of the base cabinet.  The hole allows a ton of wood dust and chips into whatever you have in the drawers.  If you are only using sustainers, you might be all right.  Still, when put away, you may want to place a small tool or jig on the cabinet for transport and the cutout may make that difficult as well.

 

[Vegaroma]

Hi, Timtool
I want to buy MFTС drawings. Your web site is not working.

 

[TheSergeant]

[member=37534]Mitchewd[/member] , phenomenal work on that DIY flip down rail setup!  This is exactly the design that Festool should have used on their system.  The sliding dovetail keeps the rail parallel to the table top and prevents racking.  Your execution is absurdly simple and looks incredibly effective, well done.  I'm hoping to make basically the same thing out of aluminum the next time I'm visiting my buddy with a mill.  You make a lot of good points about the cuts outs, painting the frame, etc well.  Thanks for posting!!!

 

[Mitchewd]

Thanks everyone for the comments!  This build has been a lot of fun and very useful.

 

[Timberrat]

I would love to see pics of the guys doing the mftc for the dewalt boxes
I have purchased a lot of these and want to build mftc for them

And also awesome job on the rail setup I will be making that also

 

[mirock]

It also works in my kitchen when the garage is too cold...

Absolutely cool). Need to take this practice for me). Sometimes my family complains that I stay in the garage too much time. So, I can bring something home and work with TV and kids)

 

[Vegaroma]

Got a plans from Tim.
I'm going to do for Bosch l-boxx. Already successfully changed MFTC overall sizes Sketchup. I will begin the project as free time.
Thank you Tim, for prompt shipment.))))

 

[Achevy]

How did most people attach the front legs?  Unless I over looked it it wasn't specified in the plans. I haven't seen any fasteners in anyone's pictures, just glue it seems?

 

[Mitchewd]

I used dominoes and glue and screws.  The legs are a clamping point and can use some extra reinforcement.  I drove the screws from the inside of the cabinet.

 

[Arny]

Hi j'all,

Maybe already mentioned. Does anybody know where to get the right t tracks in Holland?

 

[JimD]

Mitchewd,

I like your design too.  Hinges seem like a good idea.  My workbench is Paulk inspired and I built my version of his crosscut jig too.  It uses pins on each end (no hinges) but is otherwise like yours.  I made my pins of hickory flooring scraps.  If you set the height right, you can slide wood under the track but it works best just to lift it a bit (not necessarily off the pins). 

Jim

 

[Schoutedentom]

Hi all,  [big grin]
As a new member on the forum, I would like to share the MFTC version I made thanks to the plans of Tim!
I did not yet inserted T-tracks or slots in the legs. Some finishes for later

I made a small modification to fit my CTL26 underneath the shelf. The space for tools get's a little bit smaller, but it does work fine to fit the tracksaw!
On the handle I've added 2 wooden lockers to push the cart without moving the handle.
And on the drawers I basically did the same, to prevent the drawers from getting out of the cart (I didn't add the magnetic locks)

Regards
Tom