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Forum topic by CB_Cohick | posted 02-27-2015 06:01 PM | 757 views | 0 times favorited | 6 replies | ![]() |
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02-27-2015 06:01 PM |
I am a noob. My current dust collection system consists of a broom and a dust pan. That being said, I need to start down the path of collecting dust at the source. I have looked at several LJ projects for DIY Thien separators. I notice that the collection bins on these are usually on the larger side. Does it have to be that way or can I adapt a 5 gallon bucket with a lid? I am envisioning a system with a DIY Thien separator on top of a 5 gallon bucket hooked to a Bucket Max vacuum on a second 5 gallon bucket. Since I am just messing around, none of these components or any of the PVC and hardware represents much of an investment. Plus I expect to learn something at least. I always do :-). I am just curious if any of you see any serious flaws that will prevent this from working at all, or have any additional design suggestions. Thanks in advance! -- Chris - Would work, but I'm too busy reading about woodwork. |