Vote to Enhance Dust Collection: Difference between revisions
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# Replace the two filters in the Clearvue cyclone filter stack. The filter, Wynn 9B300NANO, is approximately $165 from Wynn. Using 4 filters instead of 2 may result in a significant flow improvement. This should be investigated. | # Replace the two filters in the Clearvue cyclone filter stack. The filter, Wynn 9B300NANO, is approximately $165 from Wynn. Using 4 filters instead of 2 may result in a significant flow improvement. This should be investigated. | ||
# Enclose the collector rack with an acoustic barrier such as quietrock (~$50/4x8 sheet). Add a muffler to the exhaust. | # Enclose the collector rack with an acoustic barrier such as quietrock (~$50/4x8 sheet). Add a muffler to the exhaust. | ||
# Automate the blast gates. When a machine is turned on, the blast gate (valve in the duct) will open and stay open for a few seconds after the machine is turned off. | # Automate the blast gates. When a machine is turned on, the blast gate (valve in the duct) will open and stay open for a few seconds after the machine is turned off. Commercial gates are up to $1000 for a single 6" automatic blast gate. We have been experimenting with electrically controlled pneumatic cylinders, which should reduce the cost to under $100 each. | ||
# Replace the fine dust bin below the filter stack with a wood bin tall enough to support the stack without the orange bucket. The goals are to add dust holding capacity and support the stack more securely. | # Replace the fine dust bin below the filter stack with a wood bin tall enough to support the stack without the orange bucket. The goals are to add dust holding capacity and support the stack more securely. | ||
# Add more equipment to the collection system. The new bandsaw, jointer, router table and sanders should be added. | # Add more equipment to the collection system. The new bandsaw, jointer, router table and sanders should be added. | ||
