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  1. 12th October 2009, 10:29 PM #1
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    Question Shop vac recommendations

    I'm currently using an ancient 1300V Volta vacuum cleaner to attach to my router, ROS and SCMS. I have a 2hp dusty connected to jointer/thicknesser and bandsaw. I'm thinking of upgrading to a proper shop vac as I'm sure the Volta bags are not designed to contain much of the dust it collects. What shop vacs do you use and/or which one would you recommend?
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    I use the Festool CT22 w/HEPA filter. Very quiet and NO dust escapes.
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    Harry, I use the cheapest model from Bunnings ($89). It is similar to one in the picture. The only problem is they only last around 18 months. I am up to my third one in 5 years. When too much fine dust gets into the motor it just dies.

    BUT I think I have found a solution for it. You know I recently got a dust cyclone. I think it will keep the motor clean for much longer. We will see.

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    Thanks for the feedback Just checked out Festool prices so might try Wongo's more wallet friendly solution.
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    Default Dust cyclone

    Hey Wongo, can you please send some details of your cyclone? did you make it or buy it?

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    There once was a video on these forums showing how to make one, but I can't find the videos any more. Maybe someone can help?
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    Quote Originally Posted by JillB View Post
    Hey Wongo, can you please send some details of your cyclone? did you make it or buy it?

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    Jill, I bought it but I am planning to make a bigger one myself for my DC. Here is the thread you can read.

    https://www.woodworkforums.com/f200/w...yclone-104322/
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