Dust Management

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I may yet replace my 'sneaker net' dust collection methodology. :lol:

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Here is my current dust collection (4 inch pvc) layout with gates. I've added where I think my sensors and buttons should go. After looking at this, thinking I need to increase the main run to 6 inch PVC.
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Party Time!!! I got a box of parts tonight and as you can see... the servo fits! Now to build an arm and the other parts. If I do not sleep... I may have a working gate in the morning!!! :D
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gkas wrote:I may yet replace my 'sneaker net' dust collection methodology. :lol:

Everything I do on this is yours if you want it.
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Hello There,

I have got one working!!!

have a look.
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That look great!!! Well designed.
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Thanks, I have been looking at the electrical boxes and the cost. So, I will make my own boxes and covers. I will post some pictures when I land on a design and working prototype.

One more thing, I am thinking about posting all of the models on thingiverse or do you think there is a better site? Anyone use Thingiverse?
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Thingiverse would be a good place, use it all the time. I've been building a lot of my own boxes too.


What program are you creating your models in?
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They look great. Are you using Arduino or Raspberry Pi? Python?

This got me interested, so I bought a Raspberry Pi 4 4GB and breadboarding stuff. This looks like fun to play with. .....says the Geek with 40+ years of system programming. :lol: I'm already looking at the Pandora Pi apps for touchscreen. This is gonna cost me a mint :roll:

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LOL!!! Jim is getting both of us fired up Gerry. I've already got a nice collection of Arduino stuff, so I'm just waiting to see how this all turns out.
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gkas wrote:They look great. Are you using Arduino or Raspberry Pi? Python?

This got me interested, so I bought a Raspberry Pi 4 4GB and breadboarding stuff. This looks like fun to play with. .....says the Geek with 40+ years of system programming. :lol: I'm already looking at the Pandora Pi apps for touchscreen. This is gonna cost me a mint :roll:
I have both Arduino and Raspberry Pi. I think the Arduino would be best. If I connect the power to my lights, the Arduino will boot in a loop function. here is the list of items I am building with:

ITBEBE Gold-Plated Pass Through RJ45 Cat6 3-Prong Connectors and Cable Strain Relief 50/50 Kit for Clean, Snag-Free Patch Cords (100 Pieces Total)
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C2G 03859 24-Port Blank Keystone/Multimedia Patch Panel, Black
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Jim, just a thought, should there be some consideration for EMI?
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highpockets wrote:Jim, just a thought, should there be some consideration for EMI?
The CAT6e should be ok with Electromagnetic interference. I just tested a 75ft cable ran throughout my shop looping around running machines, no issues with gate open and closing.
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Great project - watching with interest!
Just a thought on your pipe diagram. Ideally the Router table, Jointer, CNC, and lathe should all have their own port from the main trunk line.
Sanders and saws should be fine "ganged up" on a branch since they produce mostly fine dust.
Again, just a thought.
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WNC_Ed wrote:
Wed Feb 19, 2020 2:51 pm
Great project - watching with interest!
Just a thought on your pipe diagram. Ideally the Router table, Jointer, CNC, and lathe should all have their own port from the main trunk line.
Sanders and saws should be fine "ganged up" on a branch since they produce mostly fine dust.
Again, just a thought.
Hi Ed,

That is a great suggestion, I am thinking I will repipe the system after I get the auto gates working.
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