CT & Dust Deputy

[BarnyardTim]

I'm contemplating getting rid of my large dust collector and using my CT 36 with a dust deputy and a 55-gallon drum.  I really only use my existing collector on the thickness planer and table saw.  My reasons for wanting to get rid of it is that it's noisy, if I let the bag get past half full it pulls out of the band clamp and sprays dust everywhere and is underpowered @ 350cfm.  I've read all about the static issues with the DD and CT, so I will buy the SD version.  I am a bit confused though as to whether or not it's necessary to use an antistatic hose between the DD and the tool.  I know I need AS hose between vac and DD but would rather not spend the extra $$ on a 50mm AS hose if not necessary.  Anyone have any thoughts/opinions on this setup?  Thanks in advance.

 

[semenza]

I'm contemplating getting rid of my large dust collector and using my CT 36 with a dust deputy and a 55-gallon drum.  I really only use my existing collector on the thickness planer and table saw.  My reasons for wanting to get rid of it is that it's noisy, if I let the bag get past half full it pulls out of the band clamp and sprays dust everywhere and is underpowered @ 350cfm.  I've read all about the static issues with the DD and CT, so I will buy the SD version.  I am a bit confused though as to whether or not it's necessary to use an antistatic hose between the DD and the tool.  I know I need AS hose between vac and DD but would rather not spend the extra $$ on a 50mm AS hose if not necessary.  Anyone have any thoughts/opinions on this setup?  Thanks in advance.

That can't be good.

  I have forgotten to reconnect the hose to a piping set up that goes to my CT. I have a hose hanger to put the vac end on when using a different hose. Essentially if I don't check it looks like the hose is connected. Anyway after dust starts snowing over my head ........ well that's when I remember  [blink]

  Sorry that isn't exactly helpful , though.

Seth

 

[BarnyardTim]

Yeah, it sucks errr I mean blows.  Usually happens right after I do my weekly dusting of the entire shop.  It's a plastic band that has stretched so much over time that the turnbuckle is out of adjustment.  I'm sure I could find a new band or modify the existing one, but buying something new is much more fun.

 

[Shane Holland]

I would recommend reaching out to Oneida if you have specific questions. Just a friendly heads up that we have a 15% off sale right now on the Ultimate Dust Deputy.

Oneida fixed the static issues when they were originally reported a couple of years ago and there, to my knowledge, have been no reports of issues since.

From the manual...

Oneida is recommending that our customers:
• Use only tested anti-static components. Non anti-static hoses, couplers
or connectors could interrupt the anti-static pathway.
• Make certain that the ground plug in your house wall socket is properly
wired and working.
- The anti-static pathway relies on the ground plug in your outlet to be
functional.
- Do not use two-prong to three-prong adapters, extension cords without
a ground prong, etc.
• Install the UDD per our instructions which will ensure the anti-static path- way is maintained.
• Verify continuity through the anti-static pathway.
- Continuity can be checked using a multi-meter that reads in mega ohms
(see diagram, acceptable values).
- Check from end of hose to earth prong on electrical plug. • Experiencing any static problems likely means the grounding path is
interrupted. Be certain this is resolved using these instructions or call us
for assistance.

 

[BarnyardTim]

Thanks Shane. I love the idea of the ultimate DD however, the container is not large enough to handle the volume of chips I produce from planing.

 

[pettyconstruction]

I think you could Chang out the container for a bigger one .
Then you can have one that's mobile and one that's stationary when needed.

Just the cost of another container and hose.
Check rockier for those parts.
Charlie