When I began planning for my woodworking garage workshop I made sure to include space for a dust collector. Though I didn’t own one yet, I knew it was time to get serious about protecting my lungs. Now that I have a system in place for dust collection the garage workshop stays MUCH cleaner. I … Garage Workshop Dust Collection Solution Read More »
Like a quiet shop vac, a quiet dust collector is an essential appliance for the garage, workshop, or job sites. Workshops require regular
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Are you looking for a simple solution to help with dust collection? See how to make this simple DIY cyclone dust collector for your shop vacuum.
Struggling with sawdust in your workspace? Ever wondered what type of pipe is best for your dust collection system? Let's delve into the world of dust collection pipes and make your woodworking journey a breeze!
A 2 stage dust collector is essential in a workshop! It separates larger chips from the finer dust so the filter AND your lungs stay clean!
A miter saw is one of the handiest tools you can own, and one of the messiest. The chips and sawdust it creates get everywhere. This dust hood helps corral the mess by giving it somewhere to go—into a dust collector or shop vacuum. You can build a hood for your saw from plywood and a few fittings.
Struggling to keep your woodworking shop clean and your lungs free from dust? Look no further than these 15 DIY Dust Collector Plans. Not only are they easy to make and cost-effective, but they also come in various structures to fit your specific needs. Most projects involve the Harbor Freight 2HP dust collector, using items like trash cans and barrels as giant collectors. These guides also offer the best advice on filters to prevent clogs. If building your own cyclone dust collector sounds like a plan, then you’re in the right place. Our collection of DIY dust collector ideas is
Struggling to keep your woodworking shop clean and your lungs free from dust? Look no further than these 15 DIY Dust Collector Plans. Not only are they easy to make and cost-effective, but they also come in various structures to fit your specific needs. Most projects involve the Harbor Freight 2HP dust collector, using items like trash cans and barrels as giant collectors. These guides also offer the best advice on filters to prevent clogs. If building your own cyclone dust collector sounds like a plan, then you’re in the right place. Our collection of DIY dust collector ideas is
Dust collection is an important part of a clean and safe shop. We found the best dust collector systems on the market.
In 2002, wood dust went from being a nuisance to an official health risk. That’s when the U.S. government put it on their list of “known carcinogens,” linking it to a variety of nose, throat, and lung cancers. But it has taken our corner of the industry a while to catch up with reality—in the form of the dust collector
Interested in setting up a dust collection system for your garage or workshop? Read how to DIY a dust collection for woodworking or a small shop! Using a shop vac and cyclone dust collector is easy!
A dust collector is a crucial part of the workshop, but they take up a LOT of space! Here's why I switched to a wall mount dust collector in my small shop!
Oneida’s Dust Deputy Kit turns your shop vacuum into a very efficient cyclone dust collector. At least 90 percent of what goes into the hose is collected.
Dust Collector Bucket Mod: This is a project completed at the Georgia Tech Invention Studio (IS) through funding from the Maker Grant. I'm an Aerospace Engineering student that works in the IS. The IS wood room shop vacuums receive constant use and as a result the filters bec…
I've been using a cyclone on my shop vac for a few years now and I've always been happy with it. Even though I've liked it, there's always those times where you start planing a bunch of boards and it gets filled up way too fast. Plus the air flow just wasn't there to collect fro
Build your own DIY Dust collection cart with only half sheet of 3/4 inch plywood. Dust collection cart with cyclone separator is something that every woodworker needs. This is a sturdy, cheap to build and a great space saver with vertical stacking capability. As much as I love to design and enjoy building, seeing saw […]
Miter saw dust collection seems like an impossible feat, but I've found the best solutions for your workshop! Keep sawdust contained and out of your lungs!
DO use the largest ductwork that fits your collector. Just because a tool comes with a 4" dust port doesn't mean you should use 4" main ducts or drops. Instead, look at the intake port sizes for the collectors you're considering. Most cyclones have intake ports of 6" to 8", and some two-bag collectors have 5"- or 6"-diameter intakes, so consider at least a 5" main duct. Tapered reducers, like the one below, change duct diameters with minimal static-pressure loss.
Interested in setting up a dust collection system for your garage or workshop? Read how to DIY a dust collection for woodworking or a small shop! Using a shop vac and cyclone dust collector is easy!
Exhausted of cleaning your wood shop after using your miter saw? Make a DIY miter saw hood to not only collect dust, but keep your shop tidy.
Dust collection is important for your health and cleanliness of your shop. Ducting is the hardest part. Make it easy with the D.O.G. steps.
What to Think About When Doing Your Dust Collection Design In my first shop, which was my apartment bedroom, I had no dust collection except for vacuuming afterwards. This sucked. Literally. Imagine…cutting boards and then leaving the room, closing the door, and waiting for the dust to settle. It wasn’t a good way to encourage more shop time. So let’s assume you want some sort of dust collection system…even if just eventually.
I've been using a cyclone on my shop vac for a few years now and I've always been happy with it. Even though I've liked it, there's always those times where you start planing a bunch of boards and it gets filled up way too fast. Plus the air flow just wasn't there to collect fro
Making a Cyclone Chip Separator for a Dust Collector: A dust collector should be one of the first major purchases for any woodworking shop. Not only do they help keep things clean and tidy, they also protect your lungs from harmful airborne dust. A dust collector is only as good as it's fil…
I have been needing to install a decent dust collection system for some time now and finally got around to it. There are many different levels of dust collection but I have a medium sized shop and wanted to create a flexible and easy system to use and install. I opted to go with a Dust Right unit from Rockler because it is a great fit for my shop and they have tons of components to go with it.
Sawdust collectors keep harmful particles away from your nose, mouth & throat. We rate the 10 best sawdust collectors on performance & value.
A tutorial showing how to upgrade a Harbor Freight Dust Collector with the Super Dust Deputy XL from Oneida Air Systems.
A 2 stage dust collector is essential in a workshop! It separates larger chips from the finer dust so the filter AND your lungs stay clean!
Sanding a turned piece on the lathe is a messy, potentially dangerous job. To help catch the dust, I made a portable device with a plastic dust hood (amazon.com and…
Make this downdraft table for clean sanding in your workshop. Use the free plans inside to build this dust-free sanding system with integrated sandpaper storage.
