The answer to "is it worth it?" YES!!! I added the separator to my CT36 two years ago, and I haven't changed the bag or the filter in the extractor since. $400 is steep, but time saved changing bags, not buying bags/filters, that $400 will pay itself back over time.
I keep hearing that you guys are not changing bags.. I’ve had this for only 2 months and I’ve had to empty the bag twice. It’s only connected to my orbital.
I have the CT cyclone with my CT MIDI. Been using it with my track saw, Domino, sanders, and cleaning up after using my bandsaw, hand planing and routing for a year and haven’t had to change the bag in my extractor. Bag looks like new still. So much better than the shop vac and bucket cyclone I started with. Did it make me better at woodworking? No. Haha. But it improved my shop time.
I haven’t changed my bag in years and I even doing stone refinishing with a planetary grinder that uses both water and dust In customers house Completely clean process
i love learning about new systems. even if you can't afford it , it gives you ideas for doing it on the cheap. being on a shoestring budget i make dew. i have 2 scroll saws each connected to $10 cyclone bagless home vac . i removed the belt and stuffed the hose leading to the head. on my hawk it is about 99% effective. thanks for your videos . i am usually a silent fan.
I have 2 Festool dust extractors, 1 for site, 1 for workshop. I haven’t changed a bag in either for over a year as I use the hose to suck out the site extractor bag every time it gets full. The dust goes straight into the cyclone tub and when the tub is full it goes into the compost heap. Nice video.
Half your video was an actually just an ad for Rockler. The other half was you installing this in your shop. I didn't leave with an answer to the title of the video, "Is This The Best Shop Vac Dust Cyclone?" I'm not sure what the point was.
Hey Chris this is exactly the same setup I have CT 26 and the separator I purchased 2years ago and I have yet to replace a bag but have emptied the separator 3-4 times, I likely do no do as much sanding as you but my setup is hook to my shaper origin as well as my sander and I have no regrets on this purchase 😊
Before I added a cyclone separator to my Rigid shop vac, I was changing bags about once a week, mainly because of my drum sander. With the cyclone I went to about once a year. I would periodically check and dump out the drum canister, but the filter bag was almost empty. I started with Oneida, and after a few years went to a Clear Vue, because it was a lager cyclone. If I ever get a stand alone dust collector, it will have to include a cyclone separator, because of the efficiency it adds.
I hoped to get a bit more understanding of how it is working for you such as how much is getting to your vacuum filter bag, the hose setup, any dislikes, etc. The form factor is a unique feature and does have value which makes me interested in it.
At first glance, I really doubt it will do any better than the dust deputy I use, but I guess that remains to be seen. I just use a couple shop vacs as I don’t have the room, or money to purchase a decent dust extractor, but I never have to empty the bags as the dust deputy gets all the dust. And that’s using a planner and jointer. I don’t do even close you to what you sand, so maybe my set up wouldn’t do as well with a lot of fine dust? Look forward to hearing your impressions of the Festool.
I'm a big fan of Rockler and Woodcraft, depending upon what I need. I have the Rockler Dustrite dust collection system with the bag for the time being. I also have an Oneida cyclone. You are right, additional dust collection is required for some of those portable / smaller items such as the orbital sander. We have one life and need to stay healthy. Breathing in all those fine particles is a no-go Pal. Take care and be well.
The dust deputy is more efficient than the festool, rockler and dustopper cyclones, but where the festool shines is integration into the festool system. I'm still on the fence, but could see myself easily splurging on one even though I use a dust deputy 2.5.
Completely understand. I was actually in the same boat 12 years ago and decided I would save up and see if I could gamble on something lasting for a really long time and it worked. But yeah it’s a tough pill to swallow sometimes
@@AGlimpseInside I remember some of your garage videos... so I know you totally understand! LOL! Next big tool will be a CNC! Looking at the Stepcraft M 1000.
I guess I'm gonna be making a trip to Jacksonville to check out the Rockler store. It's a pretty good drive from Ocala, but I think it will be worth it to get some of those hard to find doodads ya just can't get at Lowes and the local hardware store
I really like mine, there's not a lot of other options that fit in the space where I'm using it and the ability to just roll it around when I'm doing stuff in the house is brilliant. It measurably lowers the suction, but what Marc didn't really address is "does it matter for it's intended use?" and in my humble experience; no. There's still plenty of suction for sanding, the tracksaw and domino use.
Wow, that is a lot of sanding. As successful as you have been this past year, it may be close to time to start looking for an assistant. Maybe a college student that needs something part time, or a young person who is an aspiring maker that would like to learn from the best maker on TH-cam!
I love the separator. Mine is about 1.5 years old I have the small sustainer vacuum. I have changed the bag once. And emptied the bin about 10 times. I also bought the reusable bag and it’s just as great. Hope you enjoy the new dust collection. I live in the Jacksonville area as well might see you at Rockler, wood craft, eco or the plywood store some day.
Yeah man sounds good Jose. Thanks for the feedback and who knows I usually post on Instagram stories when I’m gonna head over to Rockler. So maybe our paths will cross
It works well like I said in the video and really it’s a convenience factor the fact that it tucks out of the way. Like I said in the video. Yeah man Rockler is awesome 😎 Hope you have a great day.
The answer to "is it worth it?" YES!!! I added the separator to my CT36 two years ago, and I haven't changed the bag or the filter in the extractor since. $400 is steep, but time saved changing bags, not buying bags/filters, that $400 will pay itself back over time.
Awesome this is great information. Thanks for the feedback!
I keep hearing that you guys are not changing bags.. I’ve had this for only 2 months and I’ve had to empty the bag twice. It’s only connected to my orbital.
I have the CT cyclone with my CT MIDI. Been using it with my track saw, Domino, sanders, and cleaning up after using my bandsaw, hand planing and routing for a year and haven’t had to change the bag in my extractor. Bag looks like new still. So much better than the shop vac and bucket cyclone I started with. Did it make me better at woodworking? No. Haha. But it improved my shop time.
I haven’t changed my bag in years and I even doing stone refinishing with a planetary grinder that uses both water and dust In customers house
Completely clean process
Hey Brother... I hope you are staying safe with this crazy weather!
Yes sir we are all good just a bunch of debris I gotta pick up definitely accounting a blessing
That is great news!!
i love learning about new systems. even if you can't afford it , it gives you ideas for doing it on the cheap. being on a shoestring budget i make dew. i have 2 scroll saws each connected to $10 cyclone bagless home vac . i removed the belt and stuffed the hose leading to the head. on my hawk it is about 99% effective.
thanks for your videos . i am usually a silent fan.
I have 2 Festool dust extractors, 1 for site, 1 for workshop. I haven’t changed a bag in either for over a year as I use the hose to suck out the site extractor bag every time it gets full. The dust goes straight into the cyclone tub and when the tub is full it goes into the compost heap.
Nice video.
Half your video was an actually just an ad for Rockler. The other half was you installing this in your shop. I didn't leave with an answer to the title of the video, "Is This The Best Shop Vac Dust Cyclone?" I'm not sure what the point was.
Just hang in there with me. Next vid is a good’n
Hey Chris this is exactly the same setup I have CT 26 and the separator I purchased 2years ago and I have yet to replace a bag but have emptied the separator 3-4 times, I likely do no do as much sanding as you but my setup is hook to my shaper origin as well as my sander and I have no regrets on this purchase 😊
Thank you
🐼 Big Panda Bear Hugs from a 69 yr old grandma in Texas, USA. 🐼
I was worried about you in Jacksonville. But a video post in the middle of Ian makes me feel better. I hope you’re making it through ok. Stay safe.
Awesome looking vac system, Chris! 😃
Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊
Before I added a cyclone separator to my Rigid shop vac, I was changing bags about once a week, mainly because of my drum sander. With the cyclone I went to about once a year. I would periodically check and dump out the drum canister, but the filter bag was almost empty. I started with Oneida, and after a few years went to a Clear Vue, because it was a lager cyclone. If I ever get a stand alone dust collector, it will have to include a cyclone separator, because of the efficiency it adds.
I hoped to get a bit more understanding of how it is working for you such as how much is getting to your vacuum filter bag, the hose setup, any dislikes, etc.
The form factor is a unique feature and does have value which makes me interested in it.
Yeah I’ll be giving some updates in the future.
Stay tuned for a little more comprehensive look as time goes on
@@AGlimpseInside will that be A More Comprehensive Look Inside? :)
Your awesome Chris. I love it bro. Keep up the great work.
Thank you buddy!
No track saw use w/out separator. Just got my track saw, haven’t used it yet; do they produce that much dust?
1: that’s how you do an integrated sponsor
2: you should see the video I posted today. Been working on it for weeks. Crazy timing bro!
Went and checked it out. Really in depth. Thanks for doing that brother
Stay safe! hopefully you and yours withstood Ian
Love your work 👍
Hey Chris, what machine is that at 1:42 that is being rolled under a table?
That is the “blue“ it’s a smaller CNC that I have as a back up from penguin pcncinc.com
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At first glance, I really doubt it will do any better than the dust deputy I use, but I guess that remains to be seen. I just use a couple shop vacs as I don’t have the room, or money to purchase a decent dust extractor, but I never have to empty the bags as the dust deputy gets all the dust. And that’s using a planner and jointer. I don’t do even close you to what you sand, so maybe my set up wouldn’t do as well with a lot of fine dust? Look forward to hearing your impressions of the Festool.
I'm a big fan of Rockler and Woodcraft, depending upon what I need. I have the Rockler Dustrite dust collection system with the bag for the time being. I also have an Oneida cyclone. You are right, additional dust collection is required for some of those portable / smaller items such as the orbital sander.
We have one life and need to stay healthy. Breathing in all those fine particles is a no-go Pal. Take care and be well.
Very nice addition Chris, i have a very small workshop. I just can't afford nice tools like that, someday i get a bigger workshop.
Thanks Jeff. You’ll get there. I remember the first steps as well exciting times for sure
Hi, are you still getting Baltic Birch plywood ?
Yes I am.
forgot to ask , from your source
I would like to ask the name of your supplier ? thank you
The dust deputy is more efficient than the festool, rockler and dustopper cyclones, but where the festool shines is integration into the festool system. I'm still on the fence, but could see myself easily splurging on one even though I use a dust deputy 2.5.
Hey Chris, Great Video!
Sadly... as just a small hobbyish shop, I just cannot pull the trigger on any of the grey and green stuff!
Completely understand. I was actually in the same boat 12 years ago and decided I would save up and see if I could gamble on something lasting for a really long time and it worked. But yeah it’s a tough pill to swallow sometimes
@@AGlimpseInside I remember some of your garage videos... so I know you totally understand! LOL! Next big tool will be a CNC! Looking at the Stepcraft M 1000.
I guess I'm gonna be making a trip to Jacksonville to check out the Rockler store. It's a pretty good drive from Ocala, but I think it will be worth it to get some of those hard to find doodads ya just can't get at Lowes and the local hardware store
Not sure where you are in FL, but I hope you and the family are safe
Yeah we are doing great we are in Jacksonville. So far nothing more than a tropical storm. Thank you sir
I really like mine, there's not a lot of other options that fit in the space where I'm using it and the ability to just roll it around when I'm doing stuff in the house is brilliant. It measurably lowers the suction, but what Marc didn't really address is "does it matter for it's intended use?" and in my humble experience; no. There's still plenty of suction for sanding, the tracksaw and domino use.
I have nothing to say really, but I appreciate your content, and wish to help with the yt-algorithms.
I spend as much time cleaning up dust then I do on my project.
Wow, that is a lot of sanding. As successful as you have been this past year, it may be close to time to start looking for an assistant. Maybe a college student that needs something part time, or a young person who is an aspiring maker that would like to learn from the best maker on TH-cam!
Wait a minute. A $400 Festool? That must be just the hose correct? No way a Festool tool is under 2K hahahaha.
I love the separator. Mine is about 1.5 years old I have the small sustainer vacuum. I have changed the bag once. And emptied the bin about 10 times. I also bought the reusable bag and it’s just as great. Hope you enjoy the new dust collection. I live in the Jacksonville area as well might see you at Rockler, wood craft, eco or the plywood store some day.
Yeah man sounds good Jose. Thanks for the feedback and who knows I usually post on Instagram stories when I’m gonna head over to Rockler. So maybe our paths will cross
almost halfway into the video to get to the point. thank god for fast forward. flip the short hose. skip the clear bag. add the ct26 handle.
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Clickbait for a rockler ad. Where in the video did you answer the question is this worth $400? Is this the best cyclone? Or even show it in use?
It works well like I said in the video and really it’s a convenience factor the fact that it tucks out of the way. Like I said in the video. Yeah man Rockler is awesome 😎 Hope you have a great day.
Hmm this was one big infomercial 😟
Sometimes that’s how the cookie crumbles. Hopefully you watched more of what we do I know this is not the norm
This is like one big commercial 👎
That would be called an infomercial