End Mill and Tool Tray Organizers - Endless customizations!

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I created two custom tool trays.
One for end mills and measuring, the other for work holding tools.

https://www.instagram.com/p/BPeGexzhGIp/
https://www.instagram.com/p/BPS55wUlm5_/

The material is building grade 1/2" PVC sheet.

Here are the Easel projects:

The only clever thing I really did was use my scanner to scan the outline of the calipers.
I placed the calipers directly on my scanner.
I imported the picture into Inkscape, simplified some of the nodes and then exported a SVG; tedious but loved the outcome.
I did use Easel for creating an offset. I could have used Easel to do the trace but Inkscape was just as easy.
I tweaked a few nodes in Easel, deleted a few extra nodes, and did a successful test cut.
Hopefully now myself (and others) can be onto a much more organized shop!

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That pvc trim is not available here. :confused:

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Turn the bits the other way… :slight_smile:

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As for material, I would visit and check your local home center. They may have different brands and styles. My local store didn’t have any (for a good price) until recently. I hope they keep it in stock!

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Would this be the same stuff? I’d wouldn’t mind trying…

https://www.lowes.ca/wood-boards/royal-mouldings-limited-1-x-3-x-12-ft-embossed-white-pvc-trim-board_g1202348.html

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You can use regular plumbing PVC cement to glue boards together to get one’s desired size.

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