(It's here!) Just ordered a Hammer A331!

[derekcohen]

Thanks both!

Yes, going to get the Dust Right 650 CFM from Rockler

Matt

That would be a waste of money ... and potentially hazardous for your health. You need a system that will suck up the fine dust, which is

 

[RKA]

I'm not sure if you noticed Derek, but that dust collector has an optional 1 micron filter cartridge.  That coupled with an open garage door allowing air to circulate should keep the air pretty clear. 

I did recently order an inexpensive (~$40) particle counter from eBay after watching a Peter Millard video.  It's accuracy is questionable, but the relative changes from a still shop to a working shop should give me better insight about what's happening with the air quality in my basement.  If it appears to be helpful, I can post a link.  Might be a week or two (or more) before it gets here (from Hong Kong).

 

[derekcohen]

I hate to say it, but 1 micron is not good enough. It is the sub-0.3 micron dust that we have to worry about.

The blurb I read stated, " .. flow rate of 650 CFM ...  the inlet accepts standard 4'' hose. The collector includes a 30-micron bag". That is far from impressive.

Regards from Perth

Derek

 

[ben_r_]

Thanks both!

Yes, going to get the Dust Right 650 CFM from Rockler

Matt

That would be a waste of money ... and potentially hazardous for your health. You need a system that will suck up the fine dust, which is

 

[mattbyington]

Thanks so much for all the replies everyone. I really appreciate all of the insight.

With regard to the readout - sounds like metric is the way to go. Thanks for that tip!

With regard to dust collection - [member=4358]derekcohen[/member] thanks for the reply! I really appreciate you taking the time to warn me.

So, [member=21249]RKA[/member] is right - the standard bag it comes with IS 30 micron but they do make both 5 micron and 1 micron bags.

My plan was to get the DC *with* the optional cartridge filter AND the 1 micron bag.

I also have overhead air cleaning  (Jet ABS 1000) .

Lastly, I'm going to be putting the DC into a little closet in my garage that is closed off (via a door, it is its own room) from the main part of the garage, and run the DC through the wall with:
https://www.rockler.com/through-the-wall-dust-right-port-kit

Do we think that'll b sufficient or should I really look for a different DC?

Between the A331, and all the DC+ electrical work I need to support it, trying to keep costs at least a LITTLE down

Matt

 

[macrutt]

Matt ,

Some good links:http://billpentz.com/woodworking/cyclone/index.cfm#index.cfmhttps://www.finewoodworking.com/tag/dust-collection

As Derek points out .3 micron is a good goal . The first link I sent , the Oneida mini gets that.

Take care George

 

[mattbyington]

[member=690]macrutt[/member] thanks george!

 

[macrutt]

Matt ,

You are welcome .
Sadly only 1 pr. of lungs each . [sad]

Take care George

 

[macrutt]

Matt ,

One more link :https://wynnenv.com/products-page/woodworking-filter-pricing/

George

 

[smbobby]

I ordered my C341 last month but I have to wait until April 2019 to receive. I went for the silent power, mobility kit, digital read out, 200mm sliding table, table extensions. I am considering have a tech come out to the house and setup and calibrate the machine for an extra fee. Has anyone used that service?

 

[Michael Kellough]

I ordered my C341 last month but I have to wait until April 2019 to receive. I went for the silent power, mobility kit, digital read out, 200mm sliding table, table extensions. I am considering have a tech come out to the house and setup and calibrate the machine for an extra fee. Has anyone used that service?

I ordered an etching press for my wife last Christmas. It is scheduled to be delivered this coming January.

 

[egmiii]

[member=5918]smbobby[/member] It would be in your best interest to join the Yahoo Felder Owners Group. It's a private group, requiring a brief account setup process. The members there will quickly and effectively guide you on how to make the best decision regarding the commissioning process. This question is answered every few weeks.

Nice saw BTW...

 

[richard.selwyn]

I ordered my C341 last month but I have to wait until April 2019 to receive. I went for the silent power, mobility kit, digital read out, 200mm sliding table, table extensions. I am considering have a tech come out to the house and setup and calibrate the machine for an extra fee. Has anyone used that service?

Yes-Felder sent someone from Austria together with a Frenchman to me in Northern France for the day. It was well worth it.

 

[JohnnyEgo]

Got my A3-41 two days ago.  I work in a fairly cramped garage and need longitudinal movement, so the Hammer mobility kit was out for me as well.  Going to have a base welded up and run four Great Lakes Casters, although that will probably be after the new year.  I had my garage wired up a separate panel with four 220 outlets on four different circuits a few years back, so power won't be a problem, though space is.  This is a pretty big step up for me.  Very excited.

Getting it into the garage wasn't so bad. I don't have the space for a pallet jack, but I do have a Johnson bar that makes moving heavy things reasonably easy.  Had my little helper work the Johnson bar while I shoved a couple of furniture dollies under the crate.  Slid in like butter.

 

[TracksawTravis]

I really enjoy my Hammer A3 41, had it for 8 mos now.  I second the Oneida vacs, works great for my setup.  Here’s a picture of the ramps I built to get it off the pallet.  Quite the experience in itself!  I also made a simple lift table to catch wood coming out the planer.  Congrats on the purchase!

 

[ben_r_]

I really enjoy my Hammer A3 41, had it for 8 mos now.  I second the Oneida vacs, works great for my setup.  Here’s a picture of the ramps I built to get it off the pallet.  Quite the experience in itself!  I also made a simple lift table to catch wood coming out the planer.  Congrats on the purchase!

Got any plans for that lifting table cart you built in that second pic? That looks useful.

 

[TracksawTravis]

I really enjoy my Hammer A3 41, had it for 8 mos now.  I second the Oneida vacs, works great for my setup.  Here’s a picture of the ramps I built to get it off the pallet.  Quite the experience in itself!  I also made a simple lift table to catch wood coming out the planer.  Congrats on the purchase!

Got any plans for that lifting table cart you built in that second pic? That looks useful.

I watched a YouTube video of some guy, way sharper than myself.  I was able to reproduce something close.  I will try to find the link to share.

 

[ScotF]

Congrats on the new JP - I have have my Hammer for going on  10 years now and it is running just as well as when I bought it - the newer table and new head is certainly an upgrade.

For casters, just use Zambus casters - you can widen the holes on each corner slightly to accommodate the 10mm stud on the casters. I have had those on mine since day one with no issues. No real need to weld a base of anything. And they are self-leveling. Similar to the Great Lakes brand.

 

[TracksawTravis]

I really enjoy my Hammer A3 41, had it for 8 mos now.  I second the Oneida vacs, works great for my setup.  Here’s a picture of the ramps I built to get it off the pallet.  Quite the experience in itself!  I also made a simple lift table to catch wood coming out the planer.  Congrats on the purchase!

Got any plans for that lifting table cart you built in that second pic? That looks useful.

Here it is:

 

[ben_r_]

I really enjoy my Hammer A3 41, had it for 8 mos now.  I second the Oneida vacs, works great for my setup.  Here’s a picture of the ramps I built to get it off the pallet.  Quite the experience in itself!  I also made a simple lift table to catch wood coming out the planer.  Congrats on the purchase!

Got any plans for that lifting table cart you built in that second pic? That looks useful.

Here it is:

Got it, and yea I’ve seen that one too. Crazy how much work he put into that thing! Pretty sure Id have just bought a premade metal one before going through all that though!