Dust Collector Advice Please!

[grbmds]

Thanks for all the advice guys. I pulled the trigger yesterday and ordered the Oneida V-System 3000. When I was looking at the V-series, it seemed almost dumb to get either of the smaller models. Those two units save just $100, and the only reason I can see for buying the V-1500 would be if you had no way of accessing 220v. For $100 you can get a 3hp model over a 1.5hp. Seems like a heck of a deal to me.

One thing I have to say about Oneida: Their customer service is terrific. I called in and the salesman, Dan, helped me with all the questions I had. Also, when you buy a duct collector from them, (3HP and above if I recall correctly) they will help with your ductwork design for free if you buy at least half their design. They normally want a $200 deposit which is refunded when you buy their design, but Dan waived the fee since he seemed confident I'll like their design, plus my design was rather small compared to a lot of shops. He even gave me half price shipping. The ductwork design is a huge help to me since I'm new to legit dust collection, and didn't want to get a nice collector then install ductwork like an idiot.

Overall I'm just plain impressed with Oneida. Knowledgeable people that want you to get the right tool. Dan even called as I was typing this to go over where my ceiling lights are so they can avoid them. These guys are on the ball.

I'm actually relieved I didn't go with the Jet or Powermatic. All of the extra help Oneida offers made my decision easy.

Seth

With the Jet, I only saw availability with a 2 micron canister filter. The filtration on the Oneidas is down to .3 - .5 On this one spec there is no real comparison. The difference in collection of the finest particles is significant and will make a big difference in the air quality in your shop. I've been a fan of Oneida for 20 years. Their ductwork designs work and their collectors will last forever.

 

[rst]

The Oneidas also meet industrial fire codes by having a aluminum impeller which I know the Grizzly, HP, and Penn State models do not.  I have no idea if the Jet or other manufacturers do.

 

[Birdhunter]

My Oneida impellers are nylon. I replaced one about 2 years ago due to the old one getting out of balance. I'm holding out on replacing the impeller on the second unit because it is a big job for one person.

 

[SethThompson]

Thanks for all the advice guys. I pulled the trigger yesterday and ordered the Oneida V-System 3000. When I was looking at the V-series, it seemed almost dumb to get either of the smaller models. Those two units save just $100, and the only reason I can see for buying the V-1500 would be if you had no way of accessing 220v. For $100 you can get a 3hp model over a 1.5hp. Seems like a heck of a deal to me.

One thing I have to say about Oneida: Their customer service is terrific. I called in and the salesman, Dan, helped me with all the questions I had. Also, when you buy a duct collector from them, (3HP and above if I recall correctly) they will help with your ductwork design for free if you buy at least half their design. They normally want a $200 deposit which is refunded when you buy their design, but Dan waived the fee since he seemed confident I'll like their design, plus my design was rather small compared to a lot of shops. He even gave me half price shipping. The ductwork design is a huge help to me since I'm new to legit dust collection, and didn't want to get a nice collector then install ductwork like an idiot.

Overall I'm just plain impressed with Oneida. Knowledgeable people that want you to get the right tool. Dan even called as I was typing this to go over where my ceiling lights are so they can avoid them. These guys are on the ball.

I'm actually relieved I didn't go with the Jet or Powermatic. All of the extra help Oneida offers made my decision easy.

Seth

With the Jet, I only saw availability with a 2 micron canister filter. The filtration on the Oneidas is down to .3 - .5 On this one spec there is no real comparison. The difference in collection of the finest particles is significant and will make a big difference in the air quality in your shop. I've been a fan of Oneida for 20 years. Their ductwork designs work and their collectors will last forever.

Yes!! That made a huge difference in my decision. I didn't know much about dust collection systems before, and thought 2 micron would take the fine stuff out of the air that is a real problem to breathe. I read Oneida's collectors go to .3 to .5 microns. Wild to think their collection can catch particles about 7 times as fine as their competitors. Thanks for all the great input along with everyone else.

Seth

 

[Gary in Texas]

You can't go wrong with that Oneida unit, it should last you a very long time!!!

Post some pics once you have it installed, and let's us know how you like it....

Gary

 

[Bohdan]

The Oneidas also meet industrial fire codes by having a aluminum impeller which I know the Grizzly, HP, and Penn State models do not.  I have no idea if the Jet or other manufacturers do.

I seem to remember reading somewhere that aluminium impellers were the ones that were the fire risk because if they strike some metal, like a nail or screw, in the dust stream they can throw off a chunk of burning aluminium.