Grinder Stand

[longrange]

I need to build a table to mount my Bader BII on and was wondering how heavy it should be. I am sort of space limited, so wanted to build a small bench that I can move out of the way when not in use. Maybe 30" by 30" top or something similar with 4x4 legs and a 3/4 inch plywood top. Would this be heavy and sturdy enough for grinding. I could also build a bracket to fasten the bench to the wall when in use to provide more rigidity. What kind of bench do you use? Ken

 

[L6steel]

LongRange, I have a small shop too and to save or better use my space, I built a 36 by 36 table that has a rotating top. Kinda like a lazy susan. Sure is nice to be able to stay in oneplace and have access to everything from my Wilton to my drill press.

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[cjensema]

L6, interesting concept, but isn't vibration a problem?

Carl

 

[tom mayo]

actually the best thing is to get your good friend the welder to make one out of steel that has only a base, a pedestal and a top, that way its WAY easier to clean around and takes up the minimum amount of space...I might add I dont have this...but i wish i did....especially when it comes to the cleaning dept...

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[C L Wilkins]

Get your welder friend to weld two flat plates to each end of an I-beam. One end on the floor, the other end, mount your grinder to. This is sturdy and it isn't going anywhere, believe me. It is a solid pedestal that will not move. Scrap metal of this sort can be found just about anywhere.

C Wilkins

[This message has been edited by C L Wilkins (edited 04-05-2000).]

 

[magnum .44]

i make pedistals whenever i get the material, made a very heavy steel one for my grinder, i'm making. My dad's a professional welder, so i have no problem having them welded.
it's alot cheaper to make one out of materials you get, then to buy one!

[This message has been edited by magnum .44 (edited 04-05-2000).]