Most dust collectors are poorly named. They should be called shaving
collectors, since they really don't filter out the fine, dangerous dust.

Oneida and Woodsucker make two units that actually filter out dust. Make sure
to use good quality ductwork as well.


No expert, but you might want to look at an air cleaner as well. No matter
how good your bag and/or DC is, there will still be dust everywhere in the
air while you are working.

Not true. A well designed unit does indeed capture everything. But you get what
you pay for.If the job is done right, then there is not need for an airborne
filter system. Those ar epopular, because the Grizzly and other type of
"collectors" and the exhaust ports for most machines simply don't work right.

If you have the money, but are not sure what to do, Oneida will sell and design
you a complete system. Including ductwork, all top quality.