Category Archives: Misc-Life

Nice router sled which allows reuse of the same mount for the router table

Posted on March 28, 2019 by robertwilkie

I like this build. Thought the author uses much nicer wood than I would. https://www.instructables.com/id/Router-Rails/

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Using PVC pipe fittings to organize cable

Posted on March 28, 2019 by robertwilkie

I may have to do this myself. Right now I use velcro stripes to tie everything together, which is annoying when I need to switch a wire out/in. One thing I would do different is put the pipe on a … Continue reading →

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Cool CNC project ot make a stool

Posted on March 27, 2019 by robertwilkie

Its hard to tell, but I think the author makes 3 stools from 1 sheet of plywood with this design. Neat build overall. The write-up could use a little more detail thought https://cdn.instructables.com/F1T/0SIO/JSL37WIU/F1T0SIOJSL37WIU.LARGE.jpg?auto=webp

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Converting the cheaper kreg jig to a pocket jig stand

Posted on March 26, 2019 by robertwilkie

I have seen folks make something like this with the expensive, full on jig ($100) from Kreg. But this one the author did it with the $20 jig. This is a great way to save on the expensive jig and … Continue reading →

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Make a table saw blade sharpener, router too

Posted on March 24, 2019 by robertwilkie

I hate to say but I typically just buy a new one. But most of my blades are smaller ones so cheaper. https://www.paoson.com/en/blog/saw-blade-router-bits-sharpening-station–n111 https://www.paoson.com/en/blog/how-to-sharpen-router-bits-n112

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Nice home made belt sander

Posted on March 23, 2019 by robertwilkie

Nice looking build. Me, I think I would just buy a portable one and put it on its side. https://www.paoson.com/en/blog/edge-belt-sander-table-n89

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Make a laser chaser bot for your dogs

Posted on March 22, 2019 by robertwilkie

I have thought about doing this myself. Pretty simple build to do but looks like the laser is not too random in its movement. Thought you can change the code to be more random. https://www.instructables.com/id/Arduino-Controlled-Laser-Dog-Chaser-Toy/

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Cheap Thermal Camera with RPi

Posted on March 14, 2019 by robertwilkie

Rather simple build once the author figured out how to get the RPi to talk to the camera. The camera is a MLX90640 made by Melexis. but you want the one with a controller board GY-MCU90640. Which runs for $80. … Continue reading →

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Someone has too much time on their hands

Posted on March 13, 2019 by robertwilkie

This is a self contained spitball gun. Load in water, toilet paper, and launch your spitballs. https://gizmodo.com/that-toilet-paper-spitball-blaster-gets-a-much-needed-r-1832239475

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Making a button dispenser

Posted on March 12, 2019 by robertwilkie

Nice build, the author built a button dispenser with a touch sensor.

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