Dyson cyclone based dust extractor - simple build

Recently I've found a need for a dust extractor to deal with woodworking dust. I didn't want to spend much, and I wanted one that didn't take up much space. You can't use a vacuum cleaner alone for dust extraction, as the dust very rapidly clogs up the vacuum canister (followed shortly by clogging the vacuum filters). By using an additional cyclone system above a bucket, you can extract dust for ages as the bucket and secondary cyclone prevent anything getting through to the vacuum. This is a very easy build. Just print out the pieces, cut a few holes in a bit of plywood and if you're feeling keen, route a groove in the plywood to match the bucket. What you need: A Dyson DC14 canister. I got mine for $30 from a parts sale. A vacuum hose, A vacuum cleaner, Some adhesive backed foam, Some screws, Some 12mm plywood or other decent wood, A reasonably robust bucket. Keep in mind it will be under vacuum pressure, and needs to have decent strength walls. Diameters for these components are based on: Vacuum cleaner hose - 41.7 mm external Ø. Dust extractor hose at canister - 53.5 mm internal Ø Dust extractor hose for tool - 34.75 mm external Ø Tool dust extraction port - 37mm external Ø If you have different diameters you'll need to modify or design a different adaptor. Category: Machine Tools