Router Jig: Router Lift

Maximize the performance of your router table with this must-have, precision upgrade.

Add precise, easy-to-use bit-height control to your router table without the cost of a commercial lift. This step-by-step woodworking plan shows you how to build your own full-featured router lift using simple materials and off-the-shelf hardware.

Designed for accuracy and versatility, this DIY router lift securely holds your router in a custom carriage block that rides on twin guide posts. A central lift screw, anchored in the baseplate, allows for smooth and reliable bit-height adjustments — just like high-end models, but at a fraction of the price.

Whether you're routing joinery or fine edge details, this lift makes micro-adjustments simple and repeatable. The straightforward design is easy to build in a weekend, with helpful tips included to ensure success. It’s the perfect upgrade for any router table setup.

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What You Get:

  • 9 printable (digital) pages of step-by-step instructions.
  • More than 25 full-color photos and illustrations.
  • Detailed setup instructions.
  • Retail sources for hardware and supplies.
  • Shop-tested guarantee from the editors of Woodsmith and ShopNotes magazines.

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