Well, I've decided to go with the HF "2hp" motor connected to the "eastcaroga" cyclone with venting outside for my DC setup. I'm a weekend hobbyist, and understand it's not a perfect setup, but it's got a small footprint, which was a big goal.
LOTS of questions from this point. DC is such a "debate" topic that my searches just weren't that educational.
1) What type of rigid pipe is preferred? My runs are short so $$ isn't a huge factor. I'm not too concerned about static after reading the FWW research on it. I do want the install to look clean and flow as best possible. Any advice on sealing connections?
2) The HF input is 5" and will connect within a couple feet to the 4" cyclone out. Is this an issue in any way? The cyclone input is 4", should I go to back to a larger tube for the 6' after just to neck back down to a flex hose?
3) What are the main noise producers in my DC system? I'll be flipping mine on/off via remote, but figure at the point of design I might as well try to avoid noise issues as best possible. The HF unit (in original form) doesn't bother me too much, but the less the better of course.
4) I only have an approx 2' x 1' footprint under the cyclone for a collection box, and plan to just build something with a window for collection. The issue is I can't think of a good way to connect it all for easy unloading. Ideas?
Thanks in advance!