How to collect dust from belt and disc sander

[Kidbuilder]

The belt and disc sander has no dust collection port. Best way to collect it?? Any ideas will be appreciated. 

[Kidbuilder]

I could make something out of pvc pipe to attach to the shop vac

[Razzer · Accepted solution]

I did look at that unit. The no dust extraction did put me off of it. But you can use PVC if you have the spare time to add to it. Where the disc is, you will need to make something to cover the lower half to create a suction. Here is an idea for you, it may give you an idea of what you need

[Kidbuilder]

Thank you razzer.

the unit it’s self is very good so I would recommend it because it was easy to set up it is stable and easy to use 

[MitchellMc]

Hi @Kidbuilder,

Have you had any luck designing a dust extractor shroud for your unit?

Mitchell 

[Kidbuilder]

No I have been away

[Kidbuilder]

I have just been wearing a dust mask and cleaning up afterwards with a shop vac

[MitchellMc]

@Kidbuilder,

I'll be looking forward to seeing how you'll go about building an extractor unit. Please let me know if you have any questions or need assistance.

Mitchell

[Kidbuilder]

What would you suggest to build an extraction unit out off??

[MitchellMc]

I would be looking at building them from plywood @Kidbuilder. I remember in my wood tech class at high school most of the extraction cowlings were made from timber.  Alternatively, you could use steel or aluminium sheet. These sheets would be reasonably easy to bend and pop-rivet together your sections.

Mitchell

[Kidbuilder]

I was thinking about pvc pipe maybe