On Tue, 26 May 2009 17:21:43 +0100, John wrote:

My own set-up is a big DC using 4 inch hose to a trash can lid, other
side of the lid goes to collection point. The advantage of this set-up
is that if you get a big piece break and it goes down the tube, it dumps
into the trash can and not the impeller. I also found that it was easier
to empty, than trying to fit a new bag to the DC. It also tends to grade
the dust. Finest gets to the machine, larger in the trash can as it cant
be picked up again from the can.
--
John

I wouldn't even consider using a DC without my (fiber drum) separator, Tom..
I empty my drum every month or 3, but haven't needed to empty the bag since I
moved to the new shop over 2 years ago..
I've also never had anything hit the impeller, which was my original reason for
building the separator..

Added note: I'd said earlier in the week that I only use the DC for sanding, not
turning.. WRONG!
I use it through the entire process on pens, but didn't realize that until I got
an order for some pens and started turning them..
Pens don't make large enough shavings to clog the hoses and the shavings that I
get when turning pens are not worth saving for the neighbors gardens..


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