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    question about a table for a BenchTop PRO

    Just ordered a CNC-RP BenchTop PRO and hope to make a proper table for it before it arrives. I understand that the router has 4 leveling feet. In all the "in use" photos that I have seen, the router appears to be simply placed on a flat surface and friction between the feet and the table surface keeps the router in place. I'm concerned that the router might "wander" during use and wonder if it would be a good idea to contrain it in some way. I'm thinking of routed out circular depressions in small plates that could be placed under the feet and then screwed to the table. Anybody have thoughts, advice, or experience to share? TIA Don

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    Re: question about a table for a BenchTop PRO

    Hi - We haven't found cups/pockets in the table for the Benchtop PRO feet to be necessary in our experience, however it certainly couldn't hurt if you feel motivated to create small locating pockets. The machine is well balanced, fairly heavy. and smooth operating (go ballscrews!) - I suspect for all but the slickest surfaces you'll be fine either way.

    Enjoy your new machine!

    -Nathan

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