Use metal or pvc for dust collection pipe?

[Ed Gibbons]

Used metal. Was concerned about static developing with pvc. Used screws, silicone, and aluminum tape at joints. Have Oneida cyclone but still need to use shop vacuum.

[bennie blackwell]

I am in the process of designing dust collecting piping using Nordfab ducting. Would you be willing to share your personal experiences with Nordfab products?

[Michael Sapper]

I choose not to spend the money on Nordfab though, that stuff's crazy expensive.

Frank, Who did you choose instead of Nordfab?

Thanks, Michael

[Bill Dufour]

My setup is all pvc and no complaints. I just don’t like working with metal ducting to begin with so I opted for pvc. Tons of fittings available, easy to glue up or tape together. Can’t go wrong with metal but for me pvc was the better option.

I did did all my the supply lines from my compressor in pvc as well, couldn’t be happier

PVC is not for compressed air use. It will work fine for 10-20 years then it will blow up and throw shrapnel everywhere. Insurance will not cover any damage including death since it is considered a wilful violation.

[Bill Dufour]

I used pvc since I had a good source of cheap pipe and fittings. Do Fernco fitting work on the sheet metal pipe or do they crush it and not really seal?
Bill D