How to Get Optimal Dust Collection with our Dust Boot

Check out this video on how to get the best dust collection

Use Optimal Dust Collection System Methods

• Size Matters - Our Dust Bootis designed to use a 5-inch duct.
  • This plays a dramatic role in the performance of your dust collection.
  • See How Duct Size Affects Airflow
• Reductions - Only reduce the ducting from the maximum size of the port (at Dust Collector) once you reach your dust collection source (tool, spindle, etc). You can’t size up but you can size down.
• Limit the length of flexible ducting to a minimum. It increases turbulence which decreases performance.
  • Use smooth-walled (typically metal) ducting whenever possible except at the last section to connect to the Dust Boot.
• Shut off any unused tools with gates in your dust collection system.
• Clean your Dust Collection Filters regularly.
  • Clearvue recommends daily maintenance - tapping the outside of the filter all around and then a light 60 PSI air blast to further release built-up fine particles inside.
• Read Bill Pentz’s guide on Dust Collection

See the Ducting we recommend

Set Dust Boot Brush to Create Seal

To capture as much dust as possible, ensure the brush touches the work surface.

Options:

• Use a Longer Brush - See options here
• Add a Brush Plate Spacer - See here
• Slide your Dust Boot Top Plate down the spindle nose.
  • Unscrew the Top Plate, shift down the mounting plate (if spindle nose mounted) to increase reach in Z depth. Consider if this impacts your tool changer.
• Use a Shorter Tool Holder - We recommend our 45mm long ISO30 for HSD spindles
• Choke up your tool in the holder.