Delta AP400 Dust Collector & Delta 50-740 Dust Canister
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David writes, “I ran across your web site when researching the Delta AP400 dust collector. I currently use a shop vac, with a two stage setup using a 5-gal bucket with vortex top from Rocklers. I’d like to do more, though I’ve been putting it off due to cost. My machines are all one wheels, and I tend to work outside (Phoenix, AZ), so I don’t need a built-in system. I’ve been eyeing the Delta 50-760, but again, price has been holding me off. I have reconsidered the AP400 becausing it’s been on sale lately, with a $122 price on Amazon today (including shipping). What I’d like to know is, have you tried or do you use the 5-micron bags (instead of the 30s)? And, have you looked at using the 50-740 dust canister (which I assume replaces the top bag. I know these raise the price, and probably toward the 50-760 price, though it might need upgrades, too. I also assume I’d need to replace my current vortex setup with something larger. Any opinions you have would be appreciated.”
I am still using the 30 micron bags that came with the dust collector. I have been thinking about upgrading to the 5 micron bags. The 5 micron bags will reduce the performance of the dust collector slightly, by how much I am not sure.
I have not heard about the 50-740 dust canister. From what I could find, according to Amazon it is an add on to the AP400; however, at the Delta / Porter Cable website their literature indicates that it is an upgrade for the 50-850 dust collector. The 50-850 dust collector moves 1200 CFM were as the AP400 moves 650 CFM. I suspect that the filter will have a noticeable reduction in air flow on the AP-400 because of its lower overall CFM.
Another thing that will affect the performance of the dust collector is the distance between the dust collector and the power tool. Something that most people don’t realize is that flex duct, which is what is used for connecting the dust collector to the power tool, has a 30% air flow resistance compared to straight pipe of the same diameter. So, in short using the minimum amount of flex duct between your dust collector and the shop tool will greatly increase the amount of suction and thus dust / particle collection.
Yes, you do need a larger vortex chip and large particle separator. The five gallon bucket just isn’t going to cut it. As I talked about in the Delta ShopMaster AP400 Dust Collector, I am using a 30 gallon metal trash can with a Trash Can Cyclone Lid from Woodcrafters.
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