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I am new to dust collection. Just picked up an old 1HP delta dust collector (AP400) and replaced the top bag with the 1-micron filter bag by Powertec. It seems to work very well. Now I am thinking to add Rockler's Dust Right Separator to convert it to a two-stage collector. I know the Dust Right is designed mate with a vacuum. Does anyone think it is worth going down that route?

 

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The rockler dustright is 2.5 inch. I bought the Onieda super dust deputy with 30 gal bucket at woodcraft for $215.00. it works great. I have a jet dc1100 and no dust gets into the jet bag. I had a 30 gal trash can seperator before and it worked but dust still got in the jet bag. The Onieda makes 6,5 and 4 inch inlets. Dust collection is about air volume. Don't restrict yourself below 4 star inches.

Thanks for the quick reply. That's unfortunate as my plan was to store the bucket underneath the motor of the Delta DC. It won't be perfect fit but should still doable. I have very limited space in the garage, don't have much space for a 30 gal bucket.

 

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Thanks guys for the advises. I think I am going to go with the Oneida 4" dust deputy. I have already got the AP400, too late to go directly to the 2-stage route.

 

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Welcome to the forum @wxm

Thanks. I consider myself a weekend wrencher. The woodwork is new to me. Appreciate for everyone’s warm welcome here.

 

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Finally received the Dust Deputy. To my surprise, this thing is big, so much for the idea of tuck it underneath the motor of delta ap-400. In face, I now need to find a bottom barrel for it. For those of you already using it. What is your recommendation? Please keep in mind I have very limited space in my garage workshop.

 

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Ok, made some progress. Picked up a 30-gal barrel. Cut a new cover and mounted the dust deputy. All seems well. Still waiting for 4” hose to test.