Build An MFT Table
George VondriskaDescription
What will an MFT do?
The multi-function part of the name is exactly what it sounds like. This table is so versatile. Use it to hold stuff in place horizontally and vertically. Routing, sanding, planing…anytime you need an extra pair of hands, an MFT provides it. And, of course, you can use it as a simple work surface.
Table details
I used a pair of adjustable height steel bench ends for my MFT and the stringer that connects them. The table is made from one 4×8 sheet of ¾” MDF.
Dimensions:
Top: ¾” x 32-1/4” x 64-1/2” ¼” deep rabbet all four edges
Narrow rail: ¾” x 4” x 64-1/2” ¼” deep rabbet each end
Wide rail: ¾” x 10-3/4” x 64-1/2” ¼” deep rabbet each end
Sides: ¾” x 10-3/4” x 31-1/4” (Cut to angle to align with rails)
The holes
I used a drill guide and drilled the holes with a 20 mm forstner bit. The holes are 5-3/8” on center and start 2-11/16” from the edge.
The Bessey accessories
Horizontal fixture clamp
Gear clamp with 20 mm peg
Gear track clamp
Threaded track clamp
More info
For more info on Bessey products visit the company’s website.
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Why not use the Festool interval of 96mm/3.76in?
My choice of words never works.