Oversized Folding Table

This is a kit to create an oversized folding table.
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This is a kit to create an oversized folding table. The table sets up quick and only requires you to slide the brace lock over the folding diagonal brace on each of the four corners. The table, including the non-printed parts, can be entirely screwed and bolted together entirely with parts and pieces that can be found at your local hardware store. The table is very rigid and durable. My table in the photo is 48"Wx72"Lx24"H. The leveling feet can be found on Amazon, I just took the threaded feet out of the metal bracket they come with and threaded them into a nut that recesses in the bottom. There is a slot in the adjustable feet. This is used to slide in an 1/8"x1" steel plate to ensure the weight is evenly distributed so as not to put stress on the printed part.

I will add additional assembly photos, instructions, and parts lists shortly. In the meantime, all the plastic parts are assembled using 1/4-20 threaded bolts with tapered heads of varying lengths. All aluminum used is 1" square tubing and 1/8"x1" flatstock. I used 3/8" AC plywood for the top. I also added 1" steel L angle on the two long sides just to take out a little bit of the flex when standing on the edge of the table.

I use this table as a scale and setup table for Quarter Midget race cars. For this application, the adjustable feet are necessary to get the table perfectly level and works well. The leveling feet are spaced out from the legs just enough to use a cordless drill to quickly adjust the height at the corners. A medium flat head screw driver can also fit deep down in the leveling feet for fine adjustment for the full travel of the leveling feet. For very uneven or soft ground, use the included leveling blocks to raise the height and distribute the weight at the ground.

All parts are original except the hinges for the cross braces are a remix from "Hinge by Airald".

Print instructions

Varies by part. Leg set should be printed with supports.
PETG or Polycarbonate
0.40 or 0.60 print head
0.20 or 0.40 layer height
More perimeters is better, maybe 6-8
More top and bottom layers is better for parts that bear weight

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