There is a drive to make cnc tables both flat and sturdy.
Some cnc table are set on casters such in this recent video:
I always imagined that my cnc would need to be on rigid table; no lateral movement.
Is it ok to have a cnc on a table that can move back/front, left/right through the reaction force of the spindle moving on the x/y axis?.
I have the Kreg bench with their locking casters. I lock the front ones only. Haven’t noticed any problem with that setup.
I built my table out of 3/4” cabinet grade maple plywood. The top is 5’ x 4’ and the legs line up with the corners of the machine and are filled with hardwood blocks, for solid mounting. Whole this is glued & nailed.
It has been solid… swore I would paint it… maybe one day.
I looked at all different designs to fold up and save space. Ended up selling some infrequently used tools, no regrets.
Pic of before top and shelf were installed.
Does the unit move around due to the movement of the spindle while cutting?. If it does, does that impact the milling?
I like the design. Looks light enough to be usful. Mine is like a tank trap.
No, It does not, very solid.
When i cranked the “max jerk” It shook a bit, when rapidly changing direction, but I turned it down, and I have the lower self loaded too,
Casters have not developed flat spots yet, which was a concern with the cheap Amazon casters.
