STM 1800 Quality (Changed Subject to Shipping Damage Issues?)

[jaguar36]

I wish they had made the center section line up with the holes in the MFT tops, its like an inch short.  Woulda been nice to be able to just use the existing screw holes in the MFT top and screw it into the STM.

 

[blaszcsj]

[member=10147]jobsworth[/member]  How sturdy is it compared to the regular mft with the top on it?

Well I had time today, so I used 2 of the brackets/clips/terminals I bought to attach a old piece of a MFT top to my STM. was pretty staright fwd.

Think this opens up a lot of possiblilities as you can see in the photo I have a clamping plate for pocket holes on it which is wat I have used the old MFT top for.

I did cut the top about 2.5 inches shorter from what you see in the photo. But over all I lke the idea of a light weight work table.

I bought 4 of the brackets so I may mate another top for the other side. The top is ugly but hey its a old work top.

 

[sancho57]

[member=45856]StanB[/member]

Well Its not a MFT its only supported on 2 thin metal tubes cantilevered out.

As something you can clamp to, pocket hole on, saw, sand on, yes. 

it will work just fine.

But to pound on it no I wouldn't.

But there are a lot of possibilities with this.
If you are using the STM as assembly table it would be a great place to set your screws on your drill on, domino on, set yer glue on if yer using the STM as a clamping table.

I like the idea of using it for all those and a place to clamp pieces to pocket hole.

 

[ear3]

What are the dimensions of the STM 1800 when it's all folded up for storage?  Trying to figure out if I could fit one in my shop.

 

[jaguar36]

Folded up its 9" x 45.25" x 28", Its a bit of a pain to raise and lower it so I usually store mine raised, which makes the height 36".  (although its very easy to tip over like that)

 

[ear3]

Great, thx.  That'll work.

Folded up its 9" x 45.25" x 28", Its a bit of a pain to raise and lower it so I usually store mine raised, which makes the height 36".  (although its very easy to tip over like that)

 

[nclemmons]

I've been using mine this week and it's a really nice accessory.  Easy to load 3/4" baltic birch ply and the adjustability for height is a nice feature. 

I was surprised how easily it rolled.  Was doing some long rip cuts on ply and had to move the table to get to the other side and forgot to relook the wheels.  It's easy to move with just the push of the saw down the track.

I ordered extra brackets and am thinking I'll adapt my Stanton Bench to fit on the stand.  For those that have not seen Dave's portable bench, it's a nice addition -

 

[sancho57]

Cool Ill check it out

 

[ear3]

The STM actually fits comfortably under my workbench.  Since I don't use my MFT everyday, I may at some point relocate it to my shop loft to create room for the STM to be a bit more accessible, but for now, this works.

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[sancho57]

I've been using mine this week and it's a really nice accessory.  Easy to load 3/4" baltic birch ply and the adjustability for height is a nice feature. 

I was surprised how easily it rolled.  Was doing some long rip cuts on ply and had to move the table to get to the other side and forgot to relook the wheels.  It's easy to move with just the push of the saw down the track.

I ordered extra brackets and am thinking I'll adapt my Stanton Bench to fit on the stand.  For those that have not seen Dave's portable bench, it's a nice addition -

Watched it Ya good idea. Ill add the anti slip tape to mines. I got a couple of rolls lying around somewhere

 

[Rollin22Petes]

Same as most other people mine arrived with an undamaged box but a broken pin, but no worries one call to highland woodworking and had a new pin the next day. This is one of those things I was reluctant to spend that much money on, but I'm glad I did I love how small it folds up and within mere seconds you have a huge work surface on casters. Plus as an added bonus for me since I have to fold it up after using it I don't worry about it becoming a huge catchall like every other damn flat surface in the shop! [big grin]

 

[sancho57]

Used the STM on site today for the first time. I brought only one MFT with me.

It was awesome able to cut to width the slide onto the MFT to cut to length.

Like it was custom made to be used with the GRS and PG.

The STM made my life a whole lot easier worked as advertised

 

[ScotF]

Called Festool today. They said they are not expecting the spare parts until early December at this point.

 

[ADKMedic]

Hello Everyone,

Is there a trick to screwing on the 4 wood pieces that come with the STM???  I don't have a 2mm hex driver and my hex key doesn't let me get enough downwards pressure to screw them into the wood - even if I pre-drill the holes.  I tried using #4 x 1" screws but they actually broke off - whether I used a hand driver or a drill/driver.  #6 screws are too big for the small hole in the arms.  I'm feeling pretty stupid, because this should be straightforwards. 

Thoughts?

Andy

 

[ScotF]

It is a T10 torx bit.

 

[rst]

I pre drilled all the holes on my drill press and used calipers to get proper spacing, dropped the screws into all the holes starting each one just enough till all were started, made install much easier.

 

[ADKMedic]

[member=6605]ScotF[/member] Thank you so much...  I feel like a total idiot - LOL!

I used my drill/driver, set the torque to low/medium, and they went right in. 

Sometimes, I just need to be smacked with a 2x4.  LOL

Andy

 

[ScotF]

Glad it worked out for you!

 

[jaguar36]

I got what was supposed to be my replacement pin today, unfortunately they sent me one of the thumb wheels instead of the spring loaded pins :-/. Guess it will be another month now till I get the right pin.

 

[sancho57]

[member=12048]jaguar36[/member]

Did you buy yer STM from a local brick and Mortar? The reason Im axing is because maybe the B&M will swap STMs for you and get you what you need. I got a very good relationship with my B&M and they sure take care of me.