Quesne Ouaques
06-15-2007, 8:23 PM
I just picked up a Delta 50-760 1 1/2 hp at the local Lowes for $100. Gotta love clearance! :D
I am starting to design my DC conduit layout, and I had a few thoughts I'd like to throw out for comments or discussion.
With the 1 micron bags that most of the new collectors come with, I was wondering if I could include 3 or 4 air intake hoods in my system to circulate and clean the shop air. Has anyone ever seen a DC system set up that way? I am even considering putting the .5 micron filter on it from Wynn Environmental, which would make it pretty effective as a general air cleaner.
The other thing I was wondering is: what is the best setup for a U-shapes shop that has very little ceiling clearance? Would it be OK to put the DC unit at the "bottom" of the U and run two separate main ducts, one up each side? Being a newbie at DC systems, I wasn't sure if that would put too much strain on the system.
Finally, has anyone ever used the Penn State Industries "economy" duct-work? It's 26 gauge and the folks there say it is very reliable and reasonably durable. If not, are there any other suggestions for a ductwork source for someone on a budget?
Thanks for any comments! :)
I am starting to design my DC conduit layout, and I had a few thoughts I'd like to throw out for comments or discussion.
With the 1 micron bags that most of the new collectors come with, I was wondering if I could include 3 or 4 air intake hoods in my system to circulate and clean the shop air. Has anyone ever seen a DC system set up that way? I am even considering putting the .5 micron filter on it from Wynn Environmental, which would make it pretty effective as a general air cleaner.
The other thing I was wondering is: what is the best setup for a U-shapes shop that has very little ceiling clearance? Would it be OK to put the DC unit at the "bottom" of the U and run two separate main ducts, one up each side? Being a newbie at DC systems, I wasn't sure if that would put too much strain on the system.
Finally, has anyone ever used the Penn State Industries "economy" duct-work? It's 26 gauge and the folks there say it is very reliable and reasonably durable. If not, are there any other suggestions for a ductwork source for someone on a budget?
Thanks for any comments! :)