DUST COLLECTOR...?

Cambow · July 08, 2011, 05:52:00 PM

I just started grinding my own lams after purchasing a JET 16-32 drum sander. I have learned quickly that dust collection is not an option with these things... Holy Cow... lots of dust!!

There is a Delta model 50-850 dust collector available on Craigslist in my area. I have never owned a dust collector before. Any opinions on this particular unit or ideas for efficient set-up in my shop? Thanks for your help...

kennym · July 08, 2011, 06:32:00 PM

LOL, I run a pair thru once in a while forgetting to turn the dust sucker on, instant reminder!!

Sorry, don't have any info on that machine tho.

Aznboi3644 · July 08, 2011, 08:30:00 PM

I saw a simple tutorial for making a cyclonic filter for shop vacs...collects dust like its nothing.

Gotta find it again...I was back when I was building sub boxes.

GREG IN MALAD · July 08, 2011, 08:51:00 PM

The delta 50-850 is a 1200 cfm collector and should be perfect for a drum sander. I have the jet 650 cfm and I really wish I'd bought a bigger one.

BigJim · July 08, 2011, 11:30:00 PM

If anyone is interested, I have a nice cyclone for sale. Better designed for multiple machines. I also have a mobile grizzly dust collector that is like new.
I have no problem aranging shipping for these items. Both in excellen working order.
I just purchased a big Oneida cyclone capable of handling several machines at one time and won't need either of these.
thanks, bigjim

2treks · July 09, 2011, 06:36:00 AM

BigJim You will Love the Oneida, what did you get?

BigJim · July 09, 2011, 06:50:00 AM

I bought the 5hp dust gorilla. Sent them a drawing of my shop and my needs for dust collection and they advised me and are drawing up a ducting plan.
going to have to sell a few bows to cover this one.
bigjim

Gundog68 · July 09, 2011, 09:39:00 AM

I have two little oneida cyclones. They are great. I took two because shipping cost nearly the same as one cyclone.

Cambow · July 09, 2011, 05:47:00 PM

I went ahead and bought the Delta unit... the only thing missing is the intake flange piece... I'll need to start searching online to find a supplier for parts.

2treks · July 09, 2011, 08:45:00 PM

Congrats, You will like the delta, Two things I did with my first collector was get a felt bag for the top and used the clear plastic bags for the bottom. That kept my little untility room dust free and easy to see when the bag was full.
Good luck with your new toy,it will make things nice and CLEAN.
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