Show pics of dust hose on Powermatic lathes
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Show pics of dust hose on Powermatic lathes
- Thread starter Larry Mercier
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Does this help?
Lou, thanks. Yes it does. Do you like the track system?
Yes Larry. It works very well for me. It lets me slide the collector to whatever position I need, and as close or back from the work as required. When I’m not using it, it’s easy to just push it back out of the way.
I have the Lathe Track System from Woodturners Wonders:
Connects to my dust collector with Rockler's Dust Right system.
Connects to my dust collector with Rockler's Dust Right system.
GR, thanks for the pics. That Dust Right system seems to be a slick solution. Thanks.
I was close to posting this same query re the best dust collection setup for my new PM. Thanks all!
Dave Landers
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I replaced the large hood I got from woodcraft (hood plus stand) with a coupler and length of 3" PVC. The longer pipe lets the stand sit behind the lathe far enough that it's out of the way.
I like it better than a hood (that hood is big and was always in my way). YMMV.
I have a pipe clamp on the vertical adjustment place on the stand so it'll swivel and I can get it out of the way when I'm not sanding (can barely see that at the bottom of the photo).
For this photo (from the back side of the lathe) I had the thing swiveled around behind the headstock - no idea why I chose that for taking a picture <shrug>
I like it better than a hood (that hood is big and was always in my way). YMMV.
I have a pipe clamp on the vertical adjustment place on the stand so it'll swivel and I can get it out of the way when I'm not sanding (can barely see that at the bottom of the photo).
For this photo (from the back side of the lathe) I had the thing swiveled around behind the headstock - no idea why I chose that for taking a picture <shrug>
Dave, a quick thread hijack for you and others who have the PM swingaway attachment. Does it prevent installation of the bed extension? Long-term, I'm considering both if both are an option. Now back to this very useful thread!
Dave, very interesting solution. Thanks.
These are both of my most recent iterations. The first was taken from another on this forum allowing repositioning but it required a place to mount it. The second is mounted to a shelf in front of the lathe via a retail display arm.
Dave Landers
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I got the extension with my lathe, but never had the opportunity to use it. The swing away certainly prevents the bed extension being used in "extension" mode, as they attach to the same spots (don't know about putting the extension on the headstock end - I've got something else there and can't see the bolt pattern easily). In the lower (larger swing) position, the extension would technically mount without interference, but the swing away would definitely get in the way of whatever large thing you'd be turning. Shouldn't be an issue to just store the extension and swap it out when needed - just 3 bolts.
OK everyone can get back to the real thread now.
Gerald, I love the innovations. They give a lot more sense of accomplishment than just using a credit card. But there is a strong market for those of us who don't have the creativity you have. You inspire me to try. Thanks.
Looking at Rockler's website there is a Dust Right Canister (filter) and a Dust Right Collector (vacuum). Are you using both? Is the Dust Right Collector good on it's own?
Crude but effective.Show pics of dust hose on Powermatic lathes
I'm using neither ... the Dust Right components I have are the hose fittings, blast gates, etc. My dust collector is an Oneida Supercell.
After doing a ton of reading and research, I've decided to buy a solution and get the Black Hole system from Craft Supplies. That said, I am always amazed at the creative ingenuity of my fellow turners here.
I bought the Black Hole System, but it required me to drill holes into my new Robust!! 
I couldn't seem to figure out any other way to do it. So it was dismissed in favor of my current system.
I couldn't seem to figure out any other way to do it. So it was dismissed in favor of my current system.
Tom, Thanks for your pic. Sometimes simple is better and shop made is more satisfying than store bought.
Tom, I like your use of the bracket, I want to make my dust collection more effective (currently just a jerry-rigged 5in hose) and that give me an option I hadn't considered before. I too don't want to drill holes, although I guess you could make some clamp on standoffs.
Tom, did you drill the holes in the metal pipe? If not, where did you buy it?
Where can 1 buy the type of drilled pipe that you used in your dust collection system?
Joe, will you show pics of how the split slip joint. I don't have clue how to use it but your dust system is nice.
Here's my mostly home brew setup:
Ok, I'll bite. What's the paper bag for you've got held on by magnets?
Splash protection for when I get sloppy with the shellac I use as a sanding sealer. As you can see, it serves it's purpose often enough.
The pipe is 1/2" EMT conduit. I drilled the holes on my drill press. The hood cradle is attached to the conduit with J-bolts and the wing nuts.
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Not the Powermatic Lathe you were hoping for but the dust collection intake is mounted to an old computer screen mount welded in a horizontal position to an old Harbor Freight pedestal fan stand. Stable and adjustable.
Tom, excellent use of the duplicator attachment.
I see you have a shelf over the VFD. Some folks have expressed concerns that the air circulation needs to be maintained to keep the VFD from overheating and shortening it's life. Different VFDs manage cooling through different methods, but you might want to take a look at your setup to ensure good air flow.
I see you have a shelf over the VFD. Some folks have expressed concerns that the air circulation needs to be maintained to keep the VFD from overheating and shortening it's life. Different VFDs manage cooling through different methods, but you might want to take a look at your setup to ensure good air flow.
Yes! I've been trying to figure out how I want to attach a dust extractor and I'm intrigued by this strategy. Do you ever feel like it is too far away from your work piece or doesn't have as much back and forth mobility as you would like?