How to Make ● Simple Cyclone Dust Collector

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  • Опубликовано: 2 дек 2019
  • This is one of the easiest dust collectors to make and one that keeps the sawdust out of your shop vacuum cleaner. Super cheap to make and saves you money. Parts are easy to find. Prevents your filter from clogging prematurely in your shop vac. Separates the dust and debris with simple cyclone action. No fancy baffles. Plain, simple and practical. I made another version for WATER using just one pail ! ..... • How to Make ● Simple W... Makes a great fluid extractor!
    NOTE: Some have said static could be an issue. When I tested this, it was on concrete and static was not an issue for me. If you are building yours on a wood stand, you may want to add a ground wire.
    NOTE......CANADA uses black ABS pipe and the USA uses white PVC pipe . Either will work.
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    ● 1.5" PVC 90 Elbow .... amzn.to/2MpFmes .... you need 1 of these
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    ● Buckets .... IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT BUCKETS: I've been made aware that there are a few versions of this bucket across the US and Canada and some won't connect/mesh together well. Many of my great commenters have made me aware that Lowes buckets work just as well.
    I thank this commenter @matthewolson5391 who supplied this info: "The HD buckets with “LEAKTITE” and the numbers “01453” printed on the bottom are the style buckets that will not go together. But using one of those and a green one from Menards that has “5140-1” does match up with a HD “01453”.
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    ● Buckets .... I've been made aware that there are a few versions of this bucket across the US and Canada and some won't mesh well. Commenters have said that Lowes buckets work well. Another commenter @matthewolson5391 supplied this info "The HD buckets with “LEAKTITE” and the numbers “01453” printed on the bottom are the style buckets that will not go together. But using one of those and a green one from Menards that has “5140-1” does match up with a HD “01453”.
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  • @chrisnotap
    @chrisnotap  Месяц назад +7

    Before you run out and buy all the stuff to build one, be sure to read the important note I made about the buckets in the description under the video!

  • @guysolis5843
    @guysolis5843 2 года назад +232

    Some people would say "but with all the time you spent you could've purchased a suitable contraption.." What these people don't know is the welcome challenge and sense of accomplishment you now have. Great show, sir, I'm subbing to see what else you're up to.

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  2 года назад +8

      Couldn't agree more!! Thanks!

    • @averteddisasterbarely2339
      @averteddisasterbarely2339 Год назад +15

      I like it when someone else does all the testing so I can just get to the making part! And save money too !

    • @guysolis5843
      @guysolis5843 Год назад +8

      @@averteddisasterbarely2339 I'm like that too and another thing I do when watching a video is skip to the end to see the results before I spend time watching.

    • @eat2pigs
      @eat2pigs Год назад +4

      In this case, what he made cost substantially less than a brand new one, you will generally see those types of comments on a video where someone takes an astronomical amount of time and supplies to make something that is cheap and easy to purchase.

    • @guysolis5843
      @guysolis5843 Год назад +4

      @@eat2pigs Right-o..and most guys who are builders have all the tools and most of the parts to build what they want..

  • @moodberry
    @moodberry 4 года назад +192

    As a retired shop teacher, I have to say that you sir are the epitome of someone with a teacher's heart. You cut to the chase and anticipate all the steps. Additionally, you have fantastic video editing skills. I subscribed to your channel. Thanks.. Oh, and BTW, you have a cool sense of humor :)

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад +9

      That is great feedback! Thanks for that!!

    • @michaelbixler87
      @michaelbixler87 Год назад +5

      Agreed!

    • @maverickmyrtlebeach
      @maverickmyrtlebeach 3 месяца назад +1

      We need schools to have shop again.. I learned a lot, Now have own remodel Co. 50 years...

  • @DISABLED12-7
    @DISABLED12-7 4 месяца назад +35

    Wow! 10/10 presentation, 10/10 commentary, 10/10 simplicity, 10/10 on the physics.
    I LOVE THIS!

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 месяца назад +3

      10/10 for this great comment! Thanks for that!!

  • @c4279
    @c4279 2 месяца назад +20

    I just made one of these dust-collectors by exactly following the guy's instructions. It works very well - as advertised.

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  2 месяца назад +4

      I went through many versions and this one, in its simplicity, was the best!

    • @StevenHanover
      @StevenHanover Месяц назад

      Could there potentially be 3 or 4 of these tall buckets for a placer gold mining operation in arizona desert?

    • @maddawgzzzz
      @maddawgzzzz 10 часов назад

      @@StevenHanover yes you can conecnt 5 toegtehr but the air will be hard to move

  • @mohammadalhasan4253
    @mohammadalhasan4253 4 года назад +10

    the first DIY dust collector video on RUclips that doesn't require professional tools or crazy skills.
    WELL DONE!

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад

      I just finished an update with 2 more great tips!!..........ruclips.net/video/BeU4nqSJtBY/видео.html

  • @MetaView7
    @MetaView7 4 года назад +565

    This is the best and easiest DIY cyclone I have seen so far.

    • @enduronaaustralia
      @enduronaaustralia 4 года назад +9

      I was about to type the same thing. I've seen so many, but this supersedes anything.

    • @MattKasdorf
      @MattKasdorf 4 года назад +5

      Very impressive! 🇨🇦

    • @jimposey2162
      @jimposey2162 4 года назад +1

      MetaView7 y

    • @donaldfisher7225
      @donaldfisher7225 4 года назад +5

      @Mike Smith Nope. Doesn't stop the filter from clogging. You need to separate the vacuum filter from the dust collection by way of the cyclone.

    • @stephenheaton8889
      @stephenheaton8889 4 года назад +4

      @Mike Smith this is to keep filter from needing to be cleaned.

  • @davecarpetcare
    @davecarpetcare 6 месяцев назад +11

    Super excellent video. Neat and clean in the content and production. Sharp, closeup views, no stray cats or dogs, no one hand holding camera and other hand doing "the work", no taking 5 minutes to get to the start of the subject of the video, no diesel air horns going off with tractor trailers passing by. Like I said, super excellent.

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  6 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks for that great feedback and I can see you're subscribed! Thanks!

  • @roughwaves
    @roughwaves Год назад +69

    As a professional engineer, I tend to buy tools specifically designed to do these things, so I don't imagine I'll ever need one of devices. But damn, what a fantastic video and guide. You're a natural teacher, and for that I'd like to watch more videos.

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  Год назад +2

      Thanks for that nice feedback!!

    • @enthoo7902
      @enthoo7902 6 месяцев назад +3

      "Professional engineer". I needed that chuckle, haha.

    • @SteamCrane
      @SteamCrane 4 месяца назад

      ​@@enthoo7902 "Professional Engineer" is a legal title that requires extensive study and a difficult test. A PE cert is needed to testify in court, but only a percentage of Engineers have a PE cert. My boss, CTO, does, none of us other engineers do, it's just not necessary outside court.

    • @normansawatzky4778
      @normansawatzky4778 2 месяца назад

      @@enthoo7902 hahaha!...my Dad is a genius with physics. He has never been tested but my uncles and lots of work friends agree on this. My Dad and I were carpenters and had a company together building houses for many years. So called engineers hated him. He knew more than they did, even though they had ten years worth of university!..He didn't even have high school! He was able to calculate numbers in the thousands in mere moments. We had to hire them for some complicated designs on our homes because of that little stamp they would put on our plans. They basically just did what he asked of them. Now it has become law to use them for everything we build and they are expensive! My Dad is now 86 and loves to come on over and see what I'm working on. His experience is worth more than gold, and everybody loves to hear what he has to say with regards to the projects...almost everyone.

  • @k2_tech745
    @k2_tech745 3 года назад +17

    If there were ever a Nobel Prize for DIY, you sir would be the first to win.

  • @scottpickford5314
    @scottpickford5314 4 года назад +168

    I accidentally come across this video and have to say “I’m impressed”. I’m now subscribed, “liked”, and look forward to see what else you get up to. Well done!

    • @adamfreeman1347
      @adamfreeman1347 4 года назад +3

      me too! thanks

    • @mmdirtyworkz
      @mmdirtyworkz 4 года назад +1

      @@adamfreeman1347 you're welcome

    • @thekelvin5000
      @thekelvin5000 4 года назад +3

      Scott Pickford Me three.

    • @spbeckman
      @spbeckman 4 года назад +5

      Same here. I dont even need a dust catcher, but the design was so ingenious that I'm looking forward to the other content on this channel.

    • @grabasandwich
      @grabasandwich 4 года назад +4

      "accidentally" RUclips algorithm 😁

  • @kingplumber
    @kingplumber Год назад +33

    This is brilliant, I was all set to go buy the HF cyclone unit but it was out of stock. Then I thought I bet there's a RUclips video on how to build one, glanced at a couple of them and clicked on yours. Very well done video and the fact that you tried 100 different versions before this one is stellar, keeps me from having to do all that.

  • @rxchng
    @rxchng 4 года назад +375

    Hi Chris, I can't imagine how much time you spent on testing and coming up with such a genius solution. I'm a woodworker and this to me is by far the best and easiest way to make a cyclone dust separator. I am a loyal fan and have watched all your videos. I sincerely thank you for sharing and the time you put into making all these wonderful and professional quality videos. I can't wait to learn that your subscribers in the millions!

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад +11

      Thanks for that great feedback!

    • @DIYJIM
      @DIYJIM 4 года назад +5

      great comment it is a lot of work making these videos I know I have been trying to make my own channel and getting subscribers is very hard I have many views but they do not subscribe to my channel. This is a great video

    • @laboulesdebleu8335
      @laboulesdebleu8335 4 года назад +6

      @DIY don't sweat the subscribes... its mostly an ego thing (of course it helps with notifications as well). With fewer than 30 vids, you've really just gotten started. Most don't see significant pickup until after a couple years of regular & frequent uploads.

    • @DIYJIM
      @DIYJIM 4 года назад +2

      thanks for checking my channel out

    • @leonardo47000
      @leonardo47000 4 года назад +10

      Hi Chris, I concur with Robert. The concept, design and execution are brilliant, but your production and delivery of the the video are perfect.

  • @pellesomethingsomething
    @pellesomethingsomething 4 года назад +262

    Not too much info, not too little info - just the right amount and nicely narrated too. Well done.

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад +12

      Thanks for that feedback!

    • @DunateoRom8v37
      @DunateoRom8v37 4 года назад +11

      Yeah. I need to agree. My only issue, but that's mine, is it is in imperial. I live in the real, I mean metric world.

    • @PaganWizard
      @PaganWizard 4 года назад +18

      @@DunateoRom8v37 There are two types of Countries in this world, those that use the metric system, and those that have landed on the moon. Google (or your favorite search engine) can easily translate the measurements for free.

    • @spettro9
      @spettro9 4 года назад +1

      Exactly!

    • @martinvallee7797
      @martinvallee7797 4 года назад +1

      @@PaganWizard let me correct that: "Those who still think landing on the moon is an accomplishment in 2020 and voted a crook for President"

  • @DZNTZ
    @DZNTZ 2 года назад +69

    Just built this today, thank you SO much for the tutorial! I’ve been meaning to do this for ages, and finally found one simple enough that I couldn’t make any excuses. Assembly went smooth as butter, everything worked out perfectly. (I did use a hole saw for the bucket lid holes and enlarged them a little with a Dremel sanding drum to make a press fit for the PVC - my ancient snips wouldn’t make a clean enough circle) I picked up a big roll of sump pump hose (1 1/4”) at the home improvement store, and some T’s to run it to individual machines (drill press, band saw, lathe, sander). Finally, I have a real dust collection system in my modest workshop, thanks to you! Much appreciated.

    • @georgenettlesjr1466
      @georgenettlesjr1466 Год назад +2

      Can you tell me what size or model number is the pipe that goes in between the couplings I cannot find it anywhere

    • @DZNTZ
      @DZNTZ Год назад +2

      @@georgenettlesjr1466 It’s just a little section of 1.5” pvc pipe

  • @JasonWarta
    @JasonWarta 4 месяца назад +2

    Just made this! Great guide!
    After I collected all the parts, it took me about an hour to assemble. I did have the issue with the buckets fitting together as others have mentioned, but I solved it by removing a tapered slit of plastic from the rim of the top bucket so I can squeeze the bucket a little and fit them together. Now I can justify buying a much longer hose for my shop 😄

  • @hernanl.1165
    @hernanl.1165 4 года назад +154

    As a broke 19 year old who’s getting into wood working, i cant thank you enough for this!

    • @VidMashUp
      @VidMashUp 4 года назад +6

      You won't be broke any more! Not once you have this. Rent it out to your friends!

    • @alfredavina7202
      @alfredavina7202 4 года назад +4

      @@VidMashUp Better yet, make a patent and steal his idea before he does.

    • @baq8680
      @baq8680 4 года назад +14

      @Mike Smith you obviously missed the entire point of the video and the purpose for having a dust extractor... but thanks for playing...

    • @ZenithClarity
      @ZenithClarity 4 года назад

      @@ClickLikeAndSubscribe have a link to that 20 cyclone knock off.

    • @amorgan5844
      @amorgan5844 4 года назад +7

      @Mike Smith and render the vacuum useless😆 do you know how a vacuum works?

  • @madometal
    @madometal 4 года назад +173

    Wow ! The brilliant stuff that people invent and genuine enough to share to the world...nothing but respect

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад +2

      I just finished an update with 2 more great tips!!..........ruclips.net/video/BeU4nqSJtBY/видео.html and I made one for water! .....ruclips.net/video/qr4shF-oOzg/видео.html

  • @thomasmarencik8050
    @thomasmarencik8050 2 года назад +15

    Thank you so much. This is the eighth DIY dust collection system video I’ve watched. This is by far the best video .1 no wasted time covering irrelevant talk. 2. Easy to follow instructions. 2. Simplicity of design. 3. Relatively low cost for materials. 4. It works extremely well. As a retired teacher, I applaud your instructions.!

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  2 года назад +1

      Wow! Thanks for all of that great feedback!!

    • @Ritalie
      @Ritalie Год назад +1

      Yes, the best video. There are some really, really bad ones out there. I think one video I watched was 23 minutes long. I have no idea how glueing some fittings on a bucket can take 23 minutes to explain. haha. This is the best and most simple video on cyclones that exists on the internet, because it's clearly the easiest to build and doesn't have any ugly hot glue.

  • @SPENJERE
    @SPENJERE Год назад +2

    WOW! Thank you for the great video. I recently purchased a dust collector from HD, when I got it home and opened up and realized I spent $50.00 on a 5 gallon pail lid. Returned it and have been looking for a DIY ever since, thank you.

  • @kaosthecosmicreviewer1055
    @kaosthecosmicreviewer1055 4 года назад +69

    this definitely earned the *"MUST BUILD"* stamp

  • @slaplapdog
    @slaplapdog 4 года назад +59

    Just the joining of the buckets alone is brilliant!

    • @rslane32
      @rslane32 4 года назад

      How did he stick the two buckets together?

    • @rslane32
      @rslane32 4 года назад +1

      Never mind I saw

    • @jaygriffin7124
      @jaygriffin7124 4 года назад

      This step kicked my ass.

  • @nore8141
    @nore8141 Год назад +7

    Love it. I thought it would cost be hundreds of $$$$ to setup a dust collection for my new small workshop but you’ve saved my pension money thank you very much ❤

  • @user-li8kp5nd9g
    @user-li8kp5nd9g 2 месяца назад +5

    I would confidently say that this video is one of very few videos that made a huge difference in my life. You are an amazing mentor. Thank

  • @ValrBurmoon
    @ValrBurmoon 4 года назад +29

    I don’t do craftsmanship or anything with wood, but this was actually pretty neat. I would never have thought that something like this could be a thing. Great idea!

  • @stevenzawalick49
    @stevenzawalick49 4 года назад +70

    Absolutely EXCELLENT quality, content, and editing. Very well done Sir.

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад +5

      Thanks for that feedback!!

  • @slackstation
    @slackstation 8 месяцев назад +6

    Brilliant, simple, cost-effective, easy to build, well though out. The epitome of good design. You made something that works within a number of constraints and it clearly works well.

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  8 месяцев назад +1

      Glad you like it!

  • @apollunai
    @apollunai 2 года назад +7

    Hi! For all the viewers out there - I just built this project and it worked just fine. But- I live on the Left Coast, and the buckets available from the bright orange HD store are NOT configured the same as the buckets Chris got for the videos. I had to do a lot of "bucket sculpting" to get the top bucket to fit into bottom. And I had to do sculpting on both buckets. Like I said - it works just fine, the project is still well worth doing, it'll just take a lot more grinding and filing, and a fair bit more time. Thank you for all the work on this, Chis. It's an awesome add to a small shop!!

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  2 года назад +2

      Others have said the same about the buckets in their area. Others have also said that they used Lowes buckets and they worked just fine. Thanks!

  • @boa9535
    @boa9535 4 года назад +23

    I’m glad all these DIYers have figured out how not to do things before I even have to think about them. Thank you.

    • @CMichaelLyle
      @CMichaelLyle 4 года назад +2

      I'm glad they figured out how to upload to RUclips.

    • @Andy-te6jj
      @Andy-te6jj 4 года назад +1

      yeah! so simple and easy to make and as side effect it looks even good

  • @emilflognoid1532
    @emilflognoid1532 4 года назад +20

    Awesome... been watching DIY dust collector videos for years off and on, love this solution! Best and easiest solution yet!

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад +5

      I thought those baffles were required but then I tried nothing and it worked great. Crazy!

    • @pmdinaz
      @pmdinaz 4 года назад

      @@chrisnotap would a baffle a third up from the joint of the two buckets yield better results?
      I think ill try.
      Great video Chris!
      Thanks for sharing

    • @larrybe2900
      @larrybe2900 4 года назад +2

      @@pmdinaz
      A cone fitted to the top bucket inside would reduce the agitation in the collector bucket. (in essence a funnel design) It might even enhance vacuum strength.

  • @Pontiacdreams
    @Pontiacdreams 2 года назад +19

    Brilliant design! Obviously, you put a lot of time figuring this out- I’m grateful! This worked perfectly. The only suggestion I have is to use a 1 7/8 hole saw, a bit snug but it made it easy to get a perfect hole. Thanks again!

  • @normtrainer3429
    @normtrainer3429 Год назад +17

    Just built the dust collector a week ago and so far it is working great. Was surprisingly easy to do, thanks for the idea.

  • @MaxPower-wo1we
    @MaxPower-wo1we 3 года назад +20

    I don't even need this yet, but had to thumbs up and comment on the elegance of such a novel DIY solution with the perfect video guide to do it ourselves.
    Great job, one of the better DIYs I've ever seen!

  • @antoniomaceo4706
    @antoniomaceo4706 4 года назад +44

    Pure genius my friend. This took 30 minutes to complete and it works like an absolute charm. You sir are a badass. Ty.

    • @mariammariamy1975
      @mariammariamy1975 4 года назад

      @Long Range Rifle 😂

    • @SeanBlader
      @SeanBlader 4 года назад +2

      @Long Range Rifle Whoops, you were only supposed to cut one of the buckets. Glad you got it patched up.

    • @williamchildress5869
      @williamchildress5869 4 года назад +1

      Mike Smith You have the I.Q. of a pet rock.

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад

      Did you watch the update video? ..... ruclips.net/video/BeU4nqSJtBY/видео.html

  • @K_M_M_G
    @K_M_M_G Год назад +3

    THIS. IS. AMAZING. - I followed this and grabbed the parts at HD, I needed to purchase a full length of 1-1/2" PVC and everything cost me $45. Thank you!!!! This will be used for a sand blasting cabinet

  • @JayHofkamp
    @JayHofkamp 5 месяцев назад +9

    This is just plain genius. I love that you did it without gluing anything. Thank you.

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  5 месяцев назад +2

      Glad you like it!

  • @raymondadams5261
    @raymondadams5261 4 года назад +7

    Chris, My hat is off to you. I recently looked at a "Home Workshop" cyclonic dust separator. $500+. I thought to myself, "what working person can afford that?", closely followed by, "there has to be an affordable way to accomplish this same thing." Thank you for figuring it out before I got started. Whether you realized it or not, this saved me and countless others, several hours of frustration, not to mention saving my wife from having to endure my outburst of profanity while going thru the creative process.

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад

      Did you watch the update video? ..... ruclips.net/video/BeU4nqSJtBY/видео.html

  • @kuglio7636
    @kuglio7636 4 года назад +12

    I was a Tool & Die Maker for 30 years and your videos are brilliant. I'm very impressed. Thank you taking the time to make them.

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад

      I just finished an update with 2 more great tips!!..........ruclips.net/video/BeU4nqSJtBY/видео.html and I made one for water! .....ruclips.net/video/qr4shF-oOzg/видео.html

  • @FromSaultoPaul
    @FromSaultoPaul 9 месяцев назад +1

    I LOVE the way you began your video, it was AWESOME. People with a sense of humor are usually good hearted people.

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  9 месяцев назад

      Lol! Thanks for that!

  • @jeffreystroman2811
    @jeffreystroman2811 2 года назад +20

    I must say quite impressive sir, I've played around myself with various designs mostly for soot. The multiple stage with water cyclonic type is what I ended up with, but alas there is no video with dramatic first person shots of vacuuming. Well done

  • @woodworkerroyer8497
    @woodworkerroyer8497 4 года назад +48

    You know, this is the BEST video I've ever seen on this! You went out of your way to make sure that this or that was an efficient and simple solution when most guys just say "ok, make a hole here" and then show the hard part done!
    By the way, your camera angles are amazing for the vacuum and separator!
    All in all, I just subscribed and I am going to be looking forward to another GREAT video! Thank you!

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  3 года назад +2

      Thanks!! Did you see the update video? ... ruclips.net/video/BeU4nqSJtBY/видео.html

  • @erikmaldre
    @erikmaldre 4 года назад +64

    Absolute genius. There's a lot of knowledge in this video packed in under 7 mins. Extremely well-thought-out and equally well-edited. This is the first Chris Notap video I've watched and I couldn't hit the "Subscribe" button fast enough. Great resource!

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад +1

      Thanks for that great feedback and welcome!!

    • @andrewakrause
      @andrewakrause 4 года назад +4

      Same. Actually, I hit Subscribe just for the opening bit alone.

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад

      Welcome to you too!!

    • @mamemckee2190
      @mamemckee2190 4 года назад +1

      Me three!

    • @country1961
      @country1961 4 года назад +1

      Is there a parts list, sizes, etc, love the video.

  • @blaster-zy7xx
    @blaster-zy7xx 6 месяцев назад +1

    LOVE the way you figure out how to do this on the cheap and easy and with no special tools. Bravo!!

  • @lisamorlock-wright6474
    @lisamorlock-wright6474 2 года назад +3

    CHRIS!!! I followed your instructions step-by-step-one time-and first try…BOOM!…dust collection system success. I had a bucket of sanding dust I’d collected to make my own wood filler for my furniture projects. While clearly your system worked great in the video, a little self-doubt was lurking over here. I used a very affordable 3hp Vacmaster and, HOLY SMOKES, it worked like a dream. Thank you for all your trial and error efforts so that I could duplicate it without worry and $50 in destroyed HD buckets. 😉

  • @JohnSmith-hs2dk
    @JohnSmith-hs2dk 3 года назад +5

    Thank you for the simple yet very effective build. These dang containers arent cheap! Especially something that holds up to 5 gal of dust. As others have said you do a great job of explaining(and answering the questions in my head) as you went along and made it a short project. Greatly appreciate the effort... you saved me a ton of trial and error.

  • @geoffmiller3491
    @geoffmiller3491 4 года назад +4

    After spending $42 on the Duststopper and having the orange plastic break the first time I dropped it, I’m very happy to find your video! Other viewers no doubt have had similar experiences. Also, the way you connect the two buckets is brilliant. It looks like it makes it easy to take apart for dumping the sawdust too.
    Way to go!

  • @MegaGmachine
    @MegaGmachine Год назад +1

    Wow..imagine if you gave up we would still be without such masterful ingenuity. Thanks for not giving up!!

  • @j-book3937
    @j-book3937 2 года назад +13

    Works like a charm. NOTE: BUCKET CHOICE MATTERS. I wasn't close to a Home Depot and used a local HW store bucket set. The ribbed areas at the top were narrower compared to the HD set. These other buckets worked but a little more material would have made a more secure interface.

  • @art58wong
    @art58wong 3 года назад +14

    I made a 1 bucket cyclone with baffle and it works ok for capturing 60% of concrete dust from basement floor grinding. Thumbs up on the simplicity of yours. If you cut out a 2" wide window along the length of the buckets and weld a clear polyethylene over the opening you can see how to optimize the intake size/positioning.

  • @pete5807
    @pete5807 4 года назад +3

    WOW! What an AWESOME dust collector this is. It works 100% as shown in the video. I can't thank you enough for posting this video. I highly recommend everyone to make it this way.
    Chris you are the man to turn to. Thank you again!

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад

      I just finished an update with 2 more great tips!!..........ruclips.net/video/BeU4nqSJtBY/видео.html and I made one for water! .....ruclips.net/video/qr4shF-oOzg/видео.html

  • @mikeedwards8602
    @mikeedwards8602 2 года назад +1

    I've been looking at commercial collectors for awhile and if this works you'll have saved me hundreds of $$$$---thanks!!

  • @Airman_Fu
    @Airman_Fu Месяц назад +1

    What an awesome build! I had a centrifugal separator but took up too much room in my small garage. This is a perfect project for the average Joe like me who doesn’t want to keep washing shop vac filters, does some woodworking on the weekend and doesn’t have a huge garage. Thank you for the video!

  • @jasonshmason
    @jasonshmason 3 года назад +4

    The elegance and simplicity of your solution and design are truly remarkable. Thank you.

  • @roygould9454
    @roygould9454 4 года назад +13

    There is a certain type of genius that has it's own simplicity.

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад

      Did you watch the update video? ..... ruclips.net/video/BeU4nqSJtBY/видео.html

  • @toro5338
    @toro5338 3 месяца назад +2

    Vid clear, plain, realistic, and above all, without stupid music 👍Congrats 💪

  • @wayneshufelt3393
    @wayneshufelt3393 Год назад +1

    Just wanted to give you a BIG THANKS for putting this video together. An easy DIY and I now have an excellent dust collector for my table saw and it will be easily adaptable to other tools when acquired. So, THANKS again.

  • @kkonvicka25
    @kkonvicka25 3 года назад +4

    I love this. You should be nominated for a Nobel Prize, or at least an Ignoble Prize.

  • @mattmacd2009
    @mattmacd2009 4 года назад +23

    I spend my days manufacturing home made 'work arounds'.
    Gotta say this level of simplicity has to be admired.
    Kudos to you sir.

  • @BuilderBob1
    @BuilderBob1 11 месяцев назад +1

    I saw this video a couple years ago and wanted to build this ever since, but didn't really need it enough to build one. A couple days ago I decided I wanted the power of my central vacuum system to wet-vacuum my car's carpets but the vacuum unit is not okay with moisture. This cyclone separator solved my problem and works great at separating everything including water, but it was also very simple to build and only took one trip to the hardware store for all the supplies! Thank you!

  • @jbug4570
    @jbug4570 Год назад +1

    I stumbled across your video about a year ago, (not my usual RUclips) enjoyed your way of making things so simple. Thought of this cyclone collector yesterday when I was trying to clean up my shop. Run to the house and tried find you again on RUclips. Built a cyclone unit out of stuff I had in the shop and … Hmmm, the Test ! Not a speck of sawdust in a machine shop, worked absolutely great on aluminum, brass and cast iron shaving. Thanks for the awesome idea, appreciate you time.

  • @ericgoodwill2943
    @ericgoodwill2943 4 года назад +4

    Chris, this is one of the best videos that I have seen on RUclips. Your explanations are clear, concise and well planned. Thank you

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад

      Did you watch the update video? ..... ruclips.net/video/BeU4nqSJtBY/видео.html

  • @jrm-ue9if
    @jrm-ue9if 3 года назад +39

    Chris: This is an excellent design, maybe the best I've ever seen. I spilled about 3 gallons of shredded paper on the floor. After picking it all up, I checked the shopvac. Not a single shred in it! I built a roll around platform with sides for stability, and it works great. Thanks!

    • @jakeg1342
      @jakeg1342 3 года назад +2

      Good idea. A cheap Harbor Freight 4 wheel dolly could be an easy starting point for a roll around platform.

    • @unclefranko2452
      @unclefranko2452 2 года назад

      Looks great 👍 ill try it myself.
      Regards Frank

  • @2475Customs
    @2475Customs 3 месяца назад +1

    Awesome idea and video Chris. I built this for my shop and use it regularly. I ended up cutting a circle out of 1/4" laminate and silicon mounting it to the top bucket because it started cracking around the fittings causing it to lose suction. Works like a champ now. Thanks for the detailed instruction and demo.

  • @ipatchee007
    @ipatchee007 4 месяца назад +1

    Thank you so much. I am a big Home Depot fan so this bucket idea to creat a central vac system is ingenious. Very creative, practical, inexpensive and you made the project simple enough for this Idaho farm kid able to DIY …absolutely great

  • @jeffreylonigro1382
    @jeffreylonigro1382 3 года назад +8

    Dude, you’re a genius. Wish this had been around when I was spending $100 on my BLOneida mini cyclone rip-off.

  • @TheWolfsnack
    @TheWolfsnack 4 года назад +22

    Pretty cool....I will be building one, it is a lot less hassle than having to deal with emptying the shop vac or replacing dust clogged filters

    • @cloudstrifeification
      @cloudstrifeification 4 года назад +2

      If you want to keep your filters cleaner get you some shop vac bags.

  • @289fiacobra
    @289fiacobra Год назад +1

    Thank you for this DIY Dust collector! I was hearing about the $100 commercial collector and the bad experiences from buyer but your Cyclone Dust Collector is so simple. I have several buckets so... going to the hardware store for pipe fittings, etc.

  • @sdbisalive1995
    @sdbisalive1995 2 года назад +1

    Chris, I have a feeling I will be watching many of your videos. As someone who has ground small concrete floors to profile to receive epoxy, this is ingenious! Nice work!

  • @WookaBounce
    @WookaBounce 4 года назад +28

    1st the oscillator blade, then the easy make scribe, plus the great shots and quick video. Perfect. New subscriber. Thanks YT for the recommend!

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад +1

      Thanks for that great feedback and welcome!!

  • @Richard-mz7qu
    @Richard-mz7qu 3 года назад +24

    Finally! I finally found exactly what I have been looking for; a no nonsense approach to shop dust collection without a bunch of gadgets. Seriously, I have reviewed so many processes for years and finally Chris has delivered. Thank you Chris for sharing your ingenuous idea! I can't wait to set it up!

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  3 года назад

      Awesome! Thank you!

    • @DiffEQ
      @DiffEQ Год назад +1

      The goal isn't to have a separate container for the large particles. What does that help? The goal is to prevent clogging of the filter and it is the FINE PARTICLES that do that... which is what you have on your filter. Most people have a 10 gallon or larger shop vac, so all you did is decrease the capacity before having to empty.

  • @blackstorm86
    @blackstorm86 Год назад +3

    I followed your plans and built one of these last summer and it works great!
    I also noticed another advantage. A 5 gallon shop vac isn't really 5 gallons. You'll only get 2, maybe 3 gallons of liquid before you start to submerge the motor. With your design collector I can suck up a full 5 gallons of liquid. The motor stays dry and the filter doesn't even get damp.

  • @markmiller-summer473
    @markmiller-summer473 6 месяцев назад +1

    WELL DONE Chris!
    Four-ish years ago I purchased Homer’s dust collection parts and pieces. TODAY I discover your How To Make video that you created about the same time.
    Well, razzberriez to me!!! My collector has done me well, however, I also enjoy the sense of accomplishment ~ i.e. "I MADE THIS"😁

  • @RANDALLOLOGY
    @RANDALLOLOGY 4 года назад +9

    That is the simplest and easiest dust collector I have ever seen.
    I like it🐱. Going to make one today for use with my surface planer. Thanks.

  • @pattisimmons67
    @pattisimmons67 4 года назад +4

    What an amazing project!! Were remodeling our house and dust and stuff gets everywhere! This looks like the answer to a few problems!
    Thank you SO MUCH!

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад

      I just finished an update with 2 more great tips!!..........ruclips.net/video/BeU4nqSJtBY/видео.html and I made one for water! .....ruclips.net/video/qr4shF-oOzg/видео.html

  • @maadirewiri9224
    @maadirewiri9224 7 месяцев назад +1

    Hello from NZ made my extractor a few weeks ago works a treat had all the bits and pieces in my garage so it didn't cost me a cent so a big thanks for a simple video

  • @PeopleOfArarat
    @PeopleOfArarat Год назад +25

    "And you know something? Don't use the light, use a tape measure." 😂 Great video! Very useful invention! 👍🏽

  • @ianandrewoconnor9032
    @ianandrewoconnor9032 4 года назад +31

    Ingersoll Rand was also using inertial separation in the 40’s, this guy’s genius is the reapplication of old technology using easily available parts and being able apply the ideas.
    Well done sir

    • @elfpimp1
      @elfpimp1 4 года назад +4

      I honestly believe that a LOT of what we think we thought of today was something we forgot from centuries ago. Concrete is an example.

    • @christophergallagher531
      @christophergallagher531 4 года назад +1

      I miss Sue Falls Ingersoll Rand hand tools. Their 11 amp circular saw has never been equaled, and they made the sexiest saws all I ever held.
      Coming out of the field and putting my feet in a shop is changing everything.
      Cheers Chris

  • @thostube13
    @thostube13 4 года назад +4

    Didn't really need a dust collector but looked like a fun project. Easy to build and works great. Thanks for posting.

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад

      I just finished an update with 2 more great tips!!..........ruclips.net/video/BeU4nqSJtBY/видео.html and I made one for water! .....ruclips.net/video/qr4shF-oOzg/видео.html

  • @robhein
    @robhein 5 месяцев назад +1

    Imagine having this guy as your pa or grandpa. The stories, the lessons, the tricks and tricks. Love your content. 🤓👌

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  5 месяцев назад

      Thanks for that very nice feedback! I appreciate that!

  • @orionred2489
    @orionred2489 Год назад +1

    Dang, didn't realize this was the same RUclipsr. I made this two bucket dust catcher about 18 months ago and still loving it. Works great for my garage where I do like one project a month. Stores nice an easy.

  • @nsmith473
    @nsmith473 4 года назад +3

    Like the "Oh, by the way, you can do this easily if you..." hints that are thrown in. Also like the honest admitting of mistakes made. Makes me feel better for my many mistakes.

  • @earthman4020
    @earthman4020 Год назад +3

    Funny as hell, unbelievable, LOL, your custom camera angles and positions! Entertaining and meticulous!!! Whale of a super combination. Thank U for great informative video!

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  Год назад

      Wow! Thanks for that great feedback!!

  • @carlycfs
    @carlycfs Год назад +4

    Absolutely incredibly amazing and beyond my wildest imagination of human innovation OMGGGG I am so going to build one of these !! I also used some Home Depot buckets to experiment making a gravel, dirt, nail, debris strainer for cleaning my outdoor firepit and reuse the soot. In any case, I went through several buckets (just like your vid) before discovering LATHE as a strainer would do the trick !!
    Anyway, bless you for being so helpful and giving this 'free' vid to all RUclipsrs !! Great video editing while transitioning quickly through each step as well; straight to the point without wasting any time !!

  • @sandrosbackyard343
    @sandrosbackyard343 2 года назад +4

    Hey Chris!
    I built this following you're instructions with the upgrade and it works great!
    Used it to sand some drywall and now it doesn't clog up my filter
    Great idea...works great...thanks

  • @uwekonnigsstaddt524
    @uwekonnigsstaddt524 4 года назад +3

    One of the best instructional video I’ve seen. Fast, to the point, and well planned. Thanks for sharing

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад

      Did you watch the update video? ..... ruclips.net/video/BeU4nqSJtBY/видео.html

  • @davidsuperdavelarson6174
    @davidsuperdavelarson6174 4 года назад +4

    I'm impressed, best idea I have seen on RUclips in years.

  • @handyflan
    @handyflan 5 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks so much for posting this video Chris! I upscaled your design/ideas in this video by using 4" fittings and a 55 gallon blue plastic barrel in conjunction with my 4" dust collector. It worked like a dream. Very little dust reaches my dust collector and the barrel is so much easier to empty than the fussy dust collector bag. I also got a kick out of the first 3 seconds of the video - lol! 🤣

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 месяца назад

      That's great that your set-up works perfectly!! And also thanks for the super-thanks!!

  • @michaelbixler87
    @michaelbixler87 Год назад +4

    You had me at “don’t use a light, use a tape measure” 😂

  • @Godawett
    @Godawett 4 года назад +7

    Idk how I got here or why im watching this but it's highly entertaining for some reason .

  • @cri8tor
    @cri8tor 4 года назад +4

    This collector makes the most sense to build.
    Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
    Cheers brother

    • @c.h.2523
      @c.h.2523 4 года назад +1

      It works perfectly!

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад

      Did you watch the update video? ..... ruclips.net/video/BeU4nqSJtBY/видео.html

  • @Dc0sby
    @Dc0sby 9 месяцев назад +1

    I didn't use most the same tools or even buckets but the idea was so smart it still worked. Thanks man.

  • @jamesnasmith984
    @jamesnasmith984 Год назад +2

    I like your end cap trick. This design is so straightforward and so is the narrative. 5/5

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  Год назад

      Wow! Thanks for that great feedback!!

  • @czellner00
    @czellner00 3 года назад +15

    I did this for about $25. hooked it up to my Glass Bead Blaster Cabinet from HF. Used flex Pool hose from box to collector. works really good! Thanks Chris!

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  3 года назад +3

      Thanks!! Did you see the update video? ... ruclips.net/video/BeU4nqSJtBY/видео.html

    • @A6Legit
      @A6Legit 3 года назад +2

      Pool hose is by far the cheapest kind of hose I could find for DIY dust collection

    • @cameltoast
      @cameltoast 2 года назад +1

      @@A6Legit I'm always on the lookout for the cheapest hose.

  • @DawgsChamp88
    @DawgsChamp88 3 года назад +11

    Nice creation. This is perfect. I'll know a final total more when I get to the store and I'm pretty sure I have some clamps and plenty of screws around here to pick from, but I'm looking at about $25 for this build. This includes 4 Homer buckets. I saw your updated video about making it tougher. This looks way better than the Dust Deputy or similar product for about $50 or higher. I've seen some good reviews on it, but I've seen some bad reviews about it breaking or not sealing well. I'd much rather build this. Thank you for testing this and sharing this with us. Thanks again. This is great!!!!

  • @semifunctionaladult9908
    @semifunctionaladult9908 5 месяцев назад +2

    Just made this for my new wood turning lathe. Works wonders. Thanks.

  • @matamus7423
    @matamus7423 Год назад +1

    You're a damn genius, and you don't talk too much. Thank you!

  • @mrs.mcnamara1669
    @mrs.mcnamara1669 4 года назад +17

    I don’t know how I got here, but this is the most brilliant and satisfying video I have seen in years. You are very clever

  • @stevenmagasis4810
    @stevenmagasis4810 4 года назад +3

    Genius presentation. Well done. Best “how-to-do-it” video I’ve seen, on any subject. Timing and dwell time is just right. Thanks!

    • @chrisnotap
      @chrisnotap  4 года назад

      Did you watch the update video? ..... ruclips.net/video/BeU4nqSJtBY/видео.html

  • @thehobbyfanatic4610
    @thehobbyfanatic4610 Месяц назад +1

    Thanks man! I followed it and now i have a little dust collector. I appreciate your instruction.

  • @donwalker4447
    @donwalker4447 9 дней назад +1

    SORCERY! Thanks for the great video.