edward Posted June 10, 2015 Report Share Posted June 10, 2015 I have this dust collector and trying to figure out to downsize from 4" down to 2", as most of my tools have the lesser, any suggestions. edward Gonzo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjR Posted June 10, 2015 Report Share Posted June 10, 2015 I remember seeing some adaptors; but, not positive where I saw them. Try Rockler's website or the Boxy Twins (Lowes -Home Depot) Or Sears, Ace-- If all else fails a heating/ac contractor can make you some out of sheet metal. You maybe have plumber in the neighborhood with plastic pipe scraps and can make some that way too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oneleggimp Posted June 10, 2015 Report Share Posted June 10, 2015 I remember seeing some adaptors; but, not positive where I saw them. Try Rockler's website or the Boxy Twins (Lowes -Home Depot) Or Sears, Ace-- If all else fails a heating/ac contractor can make you some out of sheet metal. You maybe have plumber in the neighborhood with plastic pipe scraps and can make some that way too. Rockler and Woodcraft both have Dust Collector adapters that reduce from 4" to 2 1/4" or 2 1/2" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrolling Steve Posted June 10, 2015 Report Share Posted June 10, 2015 You can check Wood Craft......not sure! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
terrylee Posted June 10, 2015 Report Share Posted June 10, 2015 I have 4 to 2 in my shop and I get lot of my parts from Amazon ,at a good price Scrolling Steve and WayneMahler 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted June 11, 2015 Report Share Posted June 11, 2015 I thought about when i will need to make adapters for my dust collector from sprinkler pvc fittings ,couplings,reducers and pipes will get you in the ball park .A quick wrap with reynolds wrap should tighten up the tolerances perfectly for you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Multifasited Posted June 11, 2015 Report Share Posted June 11, 2015 You can always shim a 3" pvc cap and drill to fit what ever size you want or cut with scroll saw it and glue sleeve or fitting in the hole ! WayneMahler and amazingkevin 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tomsteve Posted June 12, 2015 Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 I'd suggest seeing if you can upsize the dust ports on your tools. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Multifasited Posted June 12, 2015 Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 (edited) That's a great suggestion ,but gets very disabling on small stuff like scrollsaws drill press's and small cabinet's ,larger flex is always in the way and is too stiff even the lighter weight stuff ,What you gain is not worth what you loose in space and ease of use and blockage ! Even a 2 1/2 " std.vac hose is a bear to fight 1" has enough and will pass ever thing ,and no power loss issues !On small applications !3 yrs use with 1" ,used recycled house vac hose,s pond 1"hoses whistles and screams ,tried that too .IMHO Carl I would reccomend going close as practical large then split down size to saw with some slack w/ a slip fit connector! Edited June 12, 2015 by Multifasited amazingkevin 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgman Posted June 12, 2015 Report Share Posted June 12, 2015 Hey Edward, I have that same dust collector. Here are some picks of my set up. All fittings and hoses are available at Woodcraft. The added weight to the top arm is no problem for me and I am a top feeder! oneleggimp 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Multifasited Posted June 13, 2015 Report Share Posted June 13, 2015 Dan. Glad to see your on the trail ,( are you still using the blower to clear the kerf ,You could eliminate the need for the blower al together with a small manifold at the lower blade and eliminate a ton of hose and the blower completely, that gets all the octpus out of the picture and makes much more user friendly.Just a suggestion ,I kept getting tangled in all that extra when I tried it ,But if it works to your satisfaction ,thats all that is important ! Carl Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgman Posted June 13, 2015 Report Share Posted June 13, 2015 Dan. Glad to see your on the trail ,( are you still using the blower to clear the kerf ,You could eliminate the need for the blower al together with a small manifold at the lower blade and eliminate a ton of hose and the blower completely, that gets all the octpus out of the picture and makes much more user friendly.Just a suggestion ,I kept getting tangled in all that extra when I tried it ,But if it works to your satisfaction ,thats all that is important ! Carl Yes I still use the blower. I point it to blow the dust to the collector nozzle. The upper nozzle collects all the airborne dust, which is most important. The lower nozzle collect most of what falls below the table. Something I didn't show in the pics is I use a home made seperator in front of the dust collector. The seperator collects 95% of the dust into a 30 gallon barrel. I only have to clean out the collector bag once a year. WayneMahler 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sullyscroller Posted June 14, 2015 Report Share Posted June 14, 2015 Most of the big box stores have rubber "fernco" style adapters in the plumbing section that can reduce from 4" to 2" , but if you reduce the size of the inlet to your collector it will not be as efficient as with the 4". i suggest reducing at the tools and leave a couple outlets open to make sure your airflow is sufficient for the collector to run properly. sully Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dgman Posted June 14, 2015 Report Share Posted June 14, 2015 Most of the big box stores have rubber "fernco" style adapters in the plumbing section that can reduce from 4" to 2" , but if you reduce the size of the inlet to your collector it will not be as efficient as with the 4". i suggest reducing at the tools and leave a couple outlets open to make sure your airflow is sufficient for the collector to run properly. sully Sully is right, that's why I use two 2" outlets y'd from one 4" hose. Another advantage to using a dust collector over a shop vac is the noise level. My dust collector is half as loud as my shop vac. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oneleggimp Posted July 11, 2015 Report Share Posted July 11, 2015 Hey Edward, I have that same dust collector. Here are some picks of my set up. All fittings and hoses are available at Woodcraft. The added weight to the top arm is no problem for me and I am a top feeder! This is EXACTLY the one I was talking about. Thanks. That's what I remembered seeing before and couldn't seem to find again. Thanks for posting it again. It's appreciated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amazingkevin Posted July 11, 2015 Report Share Posted July 11, 2015 Hey Edward, I have that same dust collector. Here are some picks of my set up. All fittings and hoses are available at Woodcraft. The added weight to the top arm is no problem for me and I am a top feeder! I impressed with the big front funnel ! :) :) :) :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WayneMahler Posted July 11, 2015 Report Share Posted July 11, 2015 If memory serves me correctly ( I know stretch ) HD sells an adapter you can trim to the size required to fit. I have a few in my shop, although not in use right now. But they pulled my butt out of a bad situation when needed. Just a thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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