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I finally completed the router table top this past Winter. I used 3/4" and 1/2" MDF glued and screwed together then contact cemented the counter top for the table top. The fence is 3/4" Apple Ply. I followed NYW Norm's basic plan but with my own flavor. The router base cabinet has a metal frame for stability. I have a 3 1/4 HP router and the base does not move or vibrate when I run it at any speed. It's rock solid.

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Wow, thats awsome. Great router table.
 

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Thanks for the comment.
 

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Awesome table….You've really done great work…...one question….I don't see any DC on the rear and I'm wondering with no vents in the front, will the router get too hot?
 

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Tim,

I never really thought about the heat factor. I will say that the compartment where the router lives is fairly oversize and since most of my router operations only last +/- minute per piece, not sure the router heats up to be of concern in my case. I suppose if I was doing production work where the router is on for long periods of time that heat management would definitely be required. I am going to run some heat tests this weekend because now I am curious. Good observation.
 

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Nice work this will be a great asset in your shop for years to come.
 

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I've built one similar and have to agree with Tim, I would definitely add dust collection to the motor compartment and a few small holes in the front to allow air in. I have a big PC router in mine and it does get warm but the Dust collector moves enough air to keep things cool. I enjoy seeing how many of Norm's router cabinets are built but modified to suit the builder.
 
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