vacuum for power tools

[Don Quixote]

I have several proxxon tools, like the table saw and disk sander that have ports to attach a vacuum. I have a wet/dry vac that I have to move each time I use a different tool. I'm sure there's a splitter that I can attach 3 tools to so I don't have to move each time.

 

Suggestions?

[BETAQDAVE]

Generally, the more bends, splitters and other fitting you add, the less suction you get.

[gjdale]

11 hours ago, Clueless said:

I have several proxxon tools, like the table saw and disk sander that have ports to attach a vacuum. I have a wet/dry vac that I have to move each time I use a different tool. I'm sure there's a splitter that I can attach 3 tools to so I don't have to move each time.

 

Suggestions?

Are the tools in fixed positions? If so, you could use some PVC pipe to set up a manifold with dedicated lines to each tool and one plug in point for the vac. You would probably want to incorporate some blast gates so that only the tool in use is getting the suction.

[Don Quixote]

7 hours ago, gjdale said:

Are the tools in fixed positions? If so, you could use some PVC pipe to set up a manifold with dedicated lines to each tool and one plug in point for the vac. You would probably want to incorporate some blast gates so that only the tool in use is getting the suction.

That's way beyond my skill set:)

[Jaager]

With that many  hoses there is a possibility of your work bench resembling the apartment ceiling in Terry Gilliam's Brazil. 

If you have not already done it, an in-line cyclone trap.   It weighs less and is easier to move, so one long hose between it and the vac.  The vac can stay in one place.  If you are fortunate, that place is a separate room or outside.  A radio remote router on-off box (not economy version) saves a lot of hassle.

[GAStan]

Another option to consider is a vacuum hose for a swimming pool.  They are 1 1/2" and will fit a wet/dry vac, I had one 25' (until my dog chewed holes in it). Got it at WalMart.

 

Glenn

[Roger Pellett]

One of life’s great mysteries is the actual diameter of the various vacuum hose connectors. Posted sizes are “nominal,” not actual.  You cannot measure them if you are buying them “on Line.” Unlike rigid pipe, there appears to be no standardization.

 

Fortunately, the plumbing industry uses rubber connectors to hook up drain piping.  These are available to fit standard PVC pipe sizes but can be drawn down with hose clamps to fit non standard  vacuum connector sizes.  Once you have amassed your equipment and laid out piping and hoses, any big box home improvement should have these rubber connectors.

 

Roger