Gary, I too want clean shop air. I opted of the ducted system to each
machine and the 2 hp Delta. (Some of the machines get a universal hose.) I
also live in So.Cal and can have my garage door open when I work. I use
fans to move most of the air out and a dust mask when I do any sanding.

I am particularly careful with sawdust/chip build-up as I also do a fair
amount of welding/metal work. However, the residual dust does collect and I
have to go over the shop with compressed air. (w/dust mask)

Prior to applying any finish, I blast the shop several times and let it
stand overnight before applying any products.

I do not wear a class 4 bio-suit, but I like to think I am somewhat
reasonable about dust control. I guess I'll find out in twenty or thirty
years!

Dave




"Gary" wrote in message
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"TeamCasa" wrote in message
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I agree with Ed.
It's a question of value vs. effectiveness. How much is clean air worth
to
you?
Whatever system you get, install it thoughtfully and carefully, with a
thought for future additions.
Use the best quality blast gates you can get.
It is noisy, keep that in mind when placing it.
Wire it so it can be turned on easily or remotely.

Dave



"Edwin Pawlowski" wrote in message
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"Gary" wrote in message

Decisions, decisions.

So there you have my current dilemma. I know I sound indecisive,
that's
my
nature. But any advice from the experts will certainly be
appreciated.

Any of the choices you outline will do the job. How much money do you
want
to throw at it?

If I had the money and was buying today, I'd go with the canister
version.
Since you will be running one machine at a time, not a production
shop,
even
the smaller nits will work.
Ed

I agree. I want the cleanest air for the money. I just don't want to be
short sighted and buy a $300 roll around now if I find out later I want a
fully functional ducted system. If that's what its going to be, then I
feel
I should take the larger hit now.

I like the canister type dust collectors out now but they only filter down
to about 2 micon particles. Isn't the sub-micron dust the primary health
hazard? Would it be optimal to use the canister collector, then place a
quality air filter in the shop also? Would that take care of the messy
fallout left all over everything overnight?

Gary