DIY stand questions

[SaltwaterChainsawRacer]

Where does everyone who built there own stand by there t slot rails and hardware? Pictures from tenecor.

 

[TX_REEF]

I use wood like a pleb, wish i could help :grinning-face-with-sweat:

 

[Sassafras]

I've used Framing Tech, AluFab and T-Nutz. All good IMO, but depends on how much support you want/need. The first two companies listed will design the stand, determine the dimensions of all parts needed, run a deflection analysis to verify the design is structurally sound and basically send you a kit to assemble with all parts and fasteners. The latter company is more geared to DIY projects. You give them a parts list with dimensions, number and type of fasteners, etc. and the cost is significantly lower. As I have gained experience and confidence, I have primarily used them for the cost savings. I do find myself placing follow-up orders for a few more fasteners, or a couple of corner braces if I have miscounted or altered my design.

 

[SaltwaterChainsawRacer]

I want to build it myself to save money most places want a grand or more

 

[dannyd_]

I have used a website called 80/20 for aluminum slots and it has worked great. I used them to make a lightstand for an earlier tank, but in school we use those to make stands that hold up heavy machinery. Not exactly cheap, but it will be cheaper than custom ordering one. If you do this, draw out your plan and make sure you have the correct measurements (check many times, this shippment can take a few weeks to get there).

 

[dannyd_]

I have used a website called 80/20 for aluminum slots and it has worked great. I used them to make a lightstand for an earlier tank, but in school we use those to make stands that hold up heavy machinery. Not exactly cheap, but it will be cheaper than custom ordering one. If you do this, draw out your plan and make sure you have the correct measurements (check many times, this shippment can take a few weeks to get there).

https://8020.net/

 

[Sassafras]

I want to build it myself to save money most places want a grand or more

If building it from scratch is your plan, I would check out T-Nutz, pretty much everything they have is 80/20 compatible and comparable, for significantly less other sources I've found. https://www.tnutz.com