Just designed my build table, but I am stuck as to which table top I should go with. After I am done with the build, I will be cutting the table in half to create a 4' X 4' work table. Unfortuantely, I rushed during my order and I purchased 4" flat instead of 4" X 1" Box. Not a huge deal as I would be supporting the flat halfway with 2" X 1" box underneath the center.
I will be mounting swivel wheels under each support and thread all with nuts welded to the frame for leveling.
My questions are:
Which would you chooses and why?
What would you change on either design?
All opinions, advice, or ideas are more than welcome!
Option 1: Solid 1/8" sheet metal. This option would force me to weld scrap over my frame tubes in order to hold support the frame structure during initial construction, but would also be considerably stronger and easier to ensure flatness.
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Option 2: Slat top with 4" flats that are 1/8" thick. This option would allow easier use of clamps to hold the tubes in place, but would require significant more time during initial construction to ensure the flatness of the surface.
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