Build plans for an incredibly versatile flip-top tool cart. VERSION 2.3 Release (13 FEB 2024) - additional PDF attachment with metric (mm) units - additional PDF attachment with standard (in) and alternate units (mm) - This is not a complete metric re-design; all the building materials are still modeled in standard units, commonly sourced in America. For example, a "2x4" is an American "Stud" commonly used in stick framing for houses. The nominal dimension is 2 inches, by 4 inches, but these normally come as 1.75 inches by 3.5 inches. I mill these down to 1.5 (38mm) inches by 3.0 (76mm) inches to clean up all the faces and remove any imperfections. These final dimensions should be possible / smaller than the nominal dimensions of "studs" resourced in other countries. VERSION 2.2 Release (3 SEP 2021) - included an extra dimension on the support wings for clarity. VERSION 2.1 Release (13 AUG 2021): - added recommendation to use piano hinges to attached the wings to the wing base (less side deflection). - specified to glue and clamp the axle frame top and bottom together when making the side assembly. VERSION 2.0 Release: - added a drawer to the bottom. - added 1/2" and 3/4" plywood cutting diagrams. If you have purchased a previous version of the build plans and would like an updated version, please message me on Etsy and I'll be happy to send you one, free of charge. If you have any design change recommendations, or recommendations to better clarify a step in the build process, I would love your feedback! Please send me a message! ---------------------------------------------------------------- Watch the build video! https://youtu.be/Sqlmmfu9vxM If you build one of my plans, send me a link to your YouTube video and I'll post it in the listing. Thanks for your support! ---------------------------------------------------------------- I'm very proud of the design for this flip-top cart, and want to highlight a few unique features: 1. The flip-top is constrained to a 180 degree rotation, so power can be integrated for the mounted tools. Also, this means that when the flip top is locked down, it is VERY STABLE. This design uses direct contact with the frame, rather than friction, to create a stable and repeatable rotation of the flip-top. It also requires fewer locking mechanisms to secure it, resulting in faster employment. 2. It has adjustable wings! This flip-top cart was originally designed to hold a Jet 13" bench top planer. I wanted support wings incorporated into the stand to support larger boards and reduce snipe. The adjustability can be set once when the tool is fitted, and then locked down for repeatability and rapid deployment. The flip-top is wide enough for the planer to be mounted sideways to make use of the wings, with the planer's native wings deployed in concert. 3. The adjustable wings and the wide flip-top means it will be perfect for a miter saw stand as well! The 3/4" oak plywood in the wings is thick enough to route a 3/4" channel for t-track, allowing for the use of a sliding stop-block. 4. Once the wing height is set and locked down, the wings can be employed and subsequently stowed in seconds, using the tongue and groove locking joinery on the two folding support pieces. This results in a very stable wing when deployed, that returns to the same height and angle EVERY TIME, without subsequent adjustment. 5. The flip-top can also be used as a continuous work surface (if a tool isn't mounted). The wings were designed so that the lowest possible setting is flush with the flip-top. This yields a smooth work surface across a 93 inch wingspan. Furthermore, because it is the lowest setting, you won't have to worry about the wings getting knocked out of alignment during use. 6. This flip-top cart has drawer in the bottom, measuring 28" wide, 21" deep, and 5" high (internal dimensions). This can be used to store accessories that accompany the tools mounted to the cart. The wings in this design are not necessary for the flip-top functionality, and can be omitted if undesired. A set of simple plywood square caps can be used to lock the axle in place, in lieu of the adjustable wing bases. However, this is most likely not even necessary, as the constrained rotation of the flip-top prevents most of the rotation of the axle that would cause it to slide out of the frame. Like all my shop furniture, it has to be designed with Army movers in mind. Every piece I engineer needs to survive the reoccurring abuse of changing stations, and being set-up in a whole new garage. This Flip-top Cart was designed like my "Over-Engineered Miter Saw Station", using milled 2x4 construction and milled half-lap joinery to produce a rigid, strong frame that can hold up to hard shop use and multiple moves. This Flip-top cart can accommodate any tool that will fit in a 30" wide, 24" deep, and 21" high space. The 3/4" plywood flip-top assembly allows for screwing or bolting tools when mounting.