Tom Bellemare
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Location: Austin, Texas - USA Member Since: Nov 2007
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« Reply #30 on: June 29, 2012, 09:25 AM » |
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Roger:
I think it might make it clearer to say that there are essentially two ways to use the CT 36 AC...
The first is for drywall and one uses the regular main filter that is supplied. It is not a HEPA filter but should catch virtually all of the drywall dust. In this configuration, the bag is not a filter bag like normal CT 36 bags. Rather, it is an open-top plastic bag, like a garbage bag. The AutoClean function periodically knocks the dust that has accumulated in the filter (that sits above the bag) down into the open bag below, you control the frequency of that operation using a knob on the front.
The other mode is to use it exactly like you would use a regular CT 36, you just turn the SelfClean mode off. You can use any of the filters, including the HEPA filter and either the SelfClean fleece bags or the LongLife bag. If you were using it as a wet vac, you'd take the bag out altogether and use the foam filter.
The only caveat while using it with a HEPA filter is that Festool has not tested for full unit HEPA certification like they did all the others sold in NA.
Tom
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mikeneron
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Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Member Since: Apr 2009
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« Reply #31 on: July 03, 2012, 01:02 PM » |
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I posted a video on YouTube of the Dust Deputy for Festool in action in case anyone was interested. I found that a lot of dust will accumulate in the lid so when you go to take it off some dust does kind of get knocked off and onto the floor. I think having a flat bottom on the lid would have helped with this. Other than that though, I am pretty happy with the purchase thus far. It definitely is 99% efficient though as I ran a few tests in a row and weighed the bag after each test and it was over 99% of the previous weight.
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mikeneron
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Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Member Since: Apr 2009
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« Reply #32 on: July 04, 2012, 09:44 PM » |
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If this is supposed to be a Dusty Deputy for Festool, shouldn't all the Festool hoses just fit out of the box? I am not sure why the nozzles are tapered and an adapter has to be used for the 36mm hose. I cut 20mm off the intake nozzle on the Dust Deputy as I haven't really liked using the adapter they included. Sure it works, but I would rather have a straight in connection. Am happy to report the 36mm hose now fits securely without an adapter. The 27mm hose fit securely before the modification and also fits securely after. I don't have a 50mm hose, but I would guess that would fit securely now as well. I also cut 20mm off the top nozzle because the cyclone is supposed to fit in the systainer upside down for transport (quote from manual below). It was a bit too tall so I wasn't able to latch it. With the 20mm cut off the top nozzle, I am now able to latch it. You can put the hoses in the box and turn the top upside down and latch the top down to transport the Dust Deputy to a job site so the cyclone is protected. 20mm off both nozzles with a hacksaw  Dust Deputy for Festool 036 (Custom).JPG (95.43 KB. 1024x768 - viewed 89 times.) 36mm hose attached Dust Deputy for Festool 058 (Custom).JPG (161.13 KB. 1024x768 - viewed 107 times.)  Dust Deputy for Festool 059 (Custom).JPG (145.58 KB. 1024x768 - viewed 99 times.) Cylone now can be latched in systainer Dust Deputy for Festool 054 (Custom).JPG (186.35 KB. 1024x768 - viewed 157 times.) |
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Matt Meiser
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Location: Ida, MI Member Since: Dec 2007
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« Reply #33 on: July 04, 2012, 10:52 PM » |
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I just upgraded from the universal kit to the Ultimate. I had cut the inlet on my previous one--Might go ahead and do it on this one too. I like the idea of cutting the outlet for protected transport too.
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hhh
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« Reply #34 on: July 05, 2012, 09:07 AM » |
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Just took delivery of a new UDD. It appears they monitor FOG --- the mods that are needed to make it work on the mini/midi and now on the ‘black box’. It’s still a bit of a kluge compared to a systainer fit, but at least it works without pulling-out a dermal… They have also just added a 'secondary' gasket for the box base with hand-insert instructions.
Note to Oneida: in the future, you should remold the bottom to be exactly like a systainer – not just ‘close’… it still needs this for a truly elegant solution – FT owners tend to be picky about such things….
You still need the 20mm cuts for the input/output on the cyclone. It fits their hoses, so I can excuse them not coming-up with a FT-specific cyclone. The mod is easy, but they probably should mention it in their manual.
You also need the ‘optional’ second elbow to get a nice hose run for the mini/midi. I mounted mine on a new midi specially bought for the purpose and when done, it’s a sweet shop vac… I do a bit of hand plane work at the bench, and the cost of bags would kill me compared to the UDD…
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Tomfoolery
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« Reply #35 on: July 05, 2012, 09:47 AM » |
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Is there a part number for the "optional" elbow? or just ask when ordering the UDD?
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Roger Savatteri
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« Reply #36 on: July 05, 2012, 10:21 AM » |
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Is there a part number for the "optional" elbow? or just ask when ordering the UDD?
It would also depend who you are ordering from. From Woodcraft it may be an issue as they only stock the complete kits and that's it. From Oneida I would probably just place the order on the phone. I ordered mine from Woodcraft at the time because it I needed in a quicker time. It takes Oneida at least three days to kick something out of the door, where Woodcraft could have it out the door the same day if you call earlier enough in the day. Same price. . |
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Claimdude
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« Reply #37 on: July 06, 2012, 09:17 AM » |
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Is there a part number for the "optional" elbow? or just ask when ordering the UDD?
It would also depend who you are ordering from. From Woodcraft it may be an issue as they only stock the complete kits and that's it. From Oneida I would probably just place the order on the phone. I ordered mine from Woodcraft at the time because it I needed in a quicker time. It takes Oneida at least three days to kick something out of the door, where Woodcraft could have it out the door the same day if you call earlier enough in the day. Same price. . What Roger said about Woodcraft. I ordered my UDD yesterday morning and it will be delivered Saturday. I selected standard shipping 7 - 10 days. Now that is service! Jack |
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Matt Meiser
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Location: Ida, MI Member Since: Dec 2007
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« Reply #38 on: July 06, 2012, 09:19 PM » |
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Woodcraft must be back to normal operation. They had a notice on their site that the warehouse was without power and they couldn't ship anything earlier in the week.
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