I've tried various units and not been happy with them until recently, I
got a Camvac and find that, with one slight reservation, it's great.
Very strong suction; very mobile to use all around the workshop; double
filtration so very little dust gets through it, if any.

The reservation? The primary filter is a cloth bag which sits in the
main body, with an elasticated neck. It needs frequent cleaning and
unless you're careful, taking it out in the shop can spread all the dust
again! Best to take it outside to do, give it a good shake and replace
and good for another bout.

Add a Microclemse filter to remove any airborne dust and even an
asthmatic like me can breathe easy.

Both those units *are* rather pricey, though.

In article ,
(martin) wrote:

*From:* martin
*Date:* Sat, 26 Aug 2006 11:55:56 +0100

On Sat, 26 Aug 2006 11:51:44 +0100, martin
wrote:

Can anyone recommend a dust extraction unit for a small hobby
workshop
mainly used for lathe work. Many thanks in advance

Martin

Sorry I should have said that I live in the UK and my workshop is
14'
by 12'

Thanks Martin



Ken