Metal flex duct for dust collector tubing

[Craig Richmond]

I need to set up my dust collection system around the shop and I see Lowe's has some metal expandable flex duct that is fairly cheap. Can I use that to run from my machines to PVC piping? If I use it, is there an issue with the static discharge?

[Dan Hintz]

I think you'll find it doesn't have the structural integrity to hold up under a good suction system... and once it starts to collapse, it finishes in the blink of an eye.

[Craig Richmond]

Ok. Any suggestions on where local hose can be found in most cities without going to the Internet?

[Thomas Hotchkin]

[QUOTE=. Any suggestions on where local hose can be found in most cities without going to the Internet?[/QUOTE]

You can try Rockler they stock 4" plastic flex ducting

[Dan Hintz]

It's not local, but I would order from Wynn Environmental... good prices on high-quality tube and the shipping is cheap. They also have the good clamps.