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Step 2Construction
The construction of the stand is fairly obvious from the pictures in this Instructible. You just cut your aluminium to length, drill all the holes and then bolt it together. So I will just offer a few tips and then the following steps will explain some of my design choices:
It is best to start by marking out the board ready to drill 4 holes - one in each corner. Then before you drill the holes transfer the hole markings to the aluminium angles. This will ensure that the hole spacing on the board perfectly matches the top frame.
I always use masking tape to protect the surfaces of already finished items; it is easier to mark out on too. Use a drill press if you can; this helps to keep the rods perpendicular to the board. I used a centre punch when drilling the aluminium and I also drilled pilot holes and then expanded them out to the rod size for best accuracy.
Round all the cut corners on the aluminium parts with a file to avoid painful snags.
When assembling mount all the legs on the base board first and get it level before putting on the frame.
It is best to start by marking out the board ready to drill 4 holes - one in each corner. Then before you drill the holes transfer the hole markings to the aluminium angles. This will ensure that the hole spacing on the board perfectly matches the top frame.
I always use masking tape to protect the surfaces of already finished items; it is easier to mark out on too. Use a drill press if you can; this helps to keep the rods perpendicular to the board. I used a centre punch when drilling the aluminium and I also drilled pilot holes and then expanded them out to the rod size for best accuracy.
Round all the cut corners on the aluminium parts with a file to avoid painful snags.
When assembling mount all the legs on the base board first and get it level before putting on the frame.
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