How to Install a Router Lift in a Table Saw Extension | JessEm Rout-R-Lift II

I got this JessEm Rout-R-Lift II for Christmas last year and finally got around to installing it in the extension of my table saw. The table is MDF with melamine topping, into which I routed a recess to catch the phenolic top of the lift insert. I then made a switched outlet box to control the router and ran it through some test cuts. It works great!

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[garyknight]

I am doing the same on my table saw table as well, this was a great help. One question, can you provide reference (brand) to where to purchase that safety switch?

[GreenmanWood]

amazing - stumbled upon your video; I am doing this exact project this weekend, even the same router insert. Thank you!

[belavandervoort]

No riving knife, no push sticks, no fingers, no problem.

[PermacultureLongboarder]

LOVE the switch brother what a cool build and great idea no longer having to tote around extension cords or trip over the shop vac :)

[DrLarryAnderson]

Great video!! Maybe somebody has asked this, already...and maybe you told us, but I missed it. What size rabbeting bit (red one with the flush bearing -- seen at 6:45) did you use? I believe the size of that bit is critical, because it seems to dictate the "width" of the "shelf" that holds the lift mechanism.
Thank you!

[jasonm]

Nice work, buddy. Im looking at this exact lift. Looks fantastic!

[dannmarks]

Well this is my second time watching the video. Table is made and Lift Table is in. Tomorrow I will add Switch and start using it. I like the storage for the screw for the lift.

[dufreebell]

You make the build appear so simple. Thanks for making the video and sharing your idea.

[drewjbx]

Thanks for sharing this video! Can you tell me the depth of the recess, I plan on cutting a hole for this exact same insert on a CNC table.

[demarsouthard]

Thanks for the video -- it was a big help. I was surprised that JessEm doesn't include a guide for installing the router lift in a custom built table. They assume you've bought theirs.

[pcm]

I'm purchasing a Jessem II and wanted to know how to mount it. A most excellent video! Thanks.

[normancarnahan]

Thanks Glenn! Useful demo on the router plate installation. It sure seems like it would be helpful if JessEm would provide a simple (and free) PDF printable template. Oh well.

For those who may not have a 1 1/2 inch diameter rabbeting bit, a 1 1/2 inch Forstner bit (or even a 1 1/2 inch hole saw) should help make the 3/4 inch radius rounded corners --- using appropriate depth setting and some TLC.

[CharlesNolanArt]

That is 100% cool! I want this! very good video, thank you!

[DavidRock-yy]

Did the 4 corner screws and inserts come with your Router Lift ? I only got 4 screws with no inserts.

[bryonweatherford]

On your test cut, that pin in the insert Is a STARTER PIN. You start with your work piece on it for support as you feed it into the bit.

[auxz]

I'm looking to get this for my extension table, how thick is this plate ?

[jimcadorette]

Thanks for your video. Any thoughts on how you would add dust collection from below the table besides making a box?

[trenton]

You’re playing with fire with that table saw

[jonconnors]

Thanks for this! Questions as I'm fairly new to woodworking.

For your jig in the beginning to drill the corner holes right before using your jigsaw, the bit used is 3/4" forstner? Also, is the center of the jig hole 3/4 in from both sides or is it just easier to make sure the hole is just inside the sides of the inner line so there is a 1/4" gap to the inner line corner? I imagine this is how you get the right corner rounding so the corners of the plate fit well after you go around with your rabbit bit?

Last question, are you using a 1 1/2" rabbit bit to go around for the recess?

Thanks!

[mikebowers]

I did 4 of these set ups on Tuesday, don't over think it