I am a newbie turner and I would like some advice on dust collection. I'm currently turning outdoors, transporting benchtop equipment and lathe outside as needed and as weather permits. However, as winter approaches I would like to do my turning indoors. I am extremely tight on space and would like to set up my Craftsman, 8gal.(4HP) shop vac as a collection device. I've purchased a small hood from PSI (held near the piece via magnet) and the adapter for the hose. I've also upgraded the filter for the shop vac to a hepa version and, added a muffler/noise damper on the back end of the vac. Is this an adequate setup for collecting the "fine" dust particles I've been reading much about & also not "dusting out" our family room? As I said, unfortunately space is a premium so I need to make due. I spoke with the tech at PSI and this was his first suggestion. The second was to go to their compact/portable unit.(less HP) and $$$.
Thanks for any suggestions and yes, I have pondered the idea of turning outside as long as possible and laying low for the winter but if there's another way . . .
Thanks for any suggestions and yes, I have pondered the idea of turning outside as long as possible and laying low for the winter but if there's another way . . .