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I currently have a Delta 1.5hp 50-850 dust collector that I have upgraded with a Wynn cannister and Thien Baffle. Works ok, but I still get a fair amount of fines in the pleats which is annoying to clean out.
After running this way for awhile, I am considering upgrading to a cyclone. I've read the Bill Pentz website, so I am famillar with his recommendations. In fact, I had seriously considered getting a 5hp clearvue cv-1800, but I have since ruled it out. My "shop" is in my small 2 car garage which provides too many challenges for permanent ducting: clearance for the garage door itself, a network of HVAC ducting, and exhaust lines for the gas heater and furnace. If I were to utilize the few areas that aren't occupied by these obstructions, I would lose what precious storage space I have (for woodworking stuff, as well as other household items).
For this reason, I'm looking at the portable cyclones that are on the market. In particular, I've got my eye on the 3hp Oneida Dust Gorilla Portable. I like the fact that it has both a remote and dust bin sensor integrated into the tool. Plus, Oneida seems to have a pretty good reputation around here.
My question is whether folks here at SMC have any experience with this particular unit, or any other portable cyclone out there...
Thanks in advance.
Andy