Can't speak to Wynn filter alternatives, but do a search for "Thien separator" and "jpthien" for a DIY alternative to the SDD.
Agreed. I’m most likely going to just upgrade the filter. Any recommendations for a good affordable filters for a 2 HP Harbor Freight Dust Collector?Sounds like Option 1 is the best for you. Separators (cyclone, trash can, whatever) will reduce the dust "load" that eventually reaches the filter, but won't make the filtered air any cleaner; and as you say, overall performance suffers. So the only real downside of not having a separator is that you'll need to clean the filter more frequently. I just use a blow gun hooked up to my air compressor, and carefully blow on the cartridge pleats from the outside.
Agreed. I’m most likely going to just upgrade the filter. Any recommendations for a good affordable filters for a 2 HP Harbor Freight Dust Collector?
Also since my shop is smaller, I plan on wheeling most of my tools over to the unit and hooking up the hose. I plan on using a 4” diameter flexible hose. Any potential issues with this setup? Any ways to improve it?
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I have a 2 car garage with every machine on wheels. I have used the Harbor Freight 2 hp dust collector for years with a long 4ft hose taking it to each machine when I needed dust collection. I use the Dust Deputy for using with my sanders.Agreed. I’m most likely going to just upgrade the filter. Any recommendations for a good affordable filters for a 2 HP Harbor Freight Dust Collector?
Also since my shop is smaller, I plan on wheeling most of my tools over to the unit and hooking up the hose. I plan on using a 4” diameter flexible hose. Any potential issues with this setup? Any ways to improve it?
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I purchased filtration bags for my shop (3,000 square ft shop) from Filter Bags - American Fabric Filter | Fabric Filters about fourteen years ago and have been very satisfied. They will make custom bags for you according to your cfm's and system. I have a cyclone on my shop with a bag that is 42" diameter and seven feet tall. It lets my system breath well and my shop is very clean around it. I climate comntroll my shop ( ac and heat) so I do not want to vent outside.I have a 2 HP Harbor Freight Dust Collector that i’d like to upgrade. I’ve come across a modification plan that I’d like to follow. Please see link for details.
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The only problem is with the cost of components. The plan uses a Wynn environmental filter which costs about $250 and a super dust deputy that also costs about $240. I can’t justify a $500 upgrade.
I want to upgrade using the same idea and principles, just without all the cost. Any advice or tips?
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Someday, if I have to filter my exhaust, these micron shaker bags are the way I will go. This is because they are considerably cheaper than pleated filters, easier to clean, and longer lasting, however they occupy a bigger space.I purchased filtration bags for my shop (3,000 square ft shop) from Filter Bags - American Fabric Filter | Fabric Filters about fourteen years ago and have been very satisfied. They will make custom bags for you according to your cfm's and system. I have a cyclone on my shop with a bag that is 42" diameter and seven feet tall. It lets my system breath well and my shop is very clean around it. I climate comntroll my shop ( ac and heat) so I do not want to vent outside.
Someday, if I have to filter my exhaust, these micron shaker bags are the way I will go. This is because they are considerably cheaper than pleated filters, easier to clean, and longer lasting, however they occupy a bigger space.
BTW, for the above reasons, shaker bags are what are most common in industrial applications.