break down the DC equation down into it's parts.
1. Unless the machine that you are connecting to allows for the proper flow of air to trap the fine dust particles at source as they are getting made, then you are wasting your time before you even begin.
2. The numbers are pretty well laid out by Bill Pentz as to what air flow and speed you need for a DC unit.
3. Unless you are venting outside and making it someone else's problem, you need to fiter what is sucked in, so it doesn't just get recirculated around the shop after spending so much time and effort to get it at the source.
Unless you are planning to do all three, then you are getting into a substandard option. Ian had spelled it out more eloquently that I ever could. Your choice is pay for it now with your dollars, or time and innovation, or pay for it later with your, or your families health. The bill will get paid at some point.
Matt.