How to Make ● Simple Cyclone Dust Collector

This is one of the easiest dust collectors to make and one that keeps the sawdust out of your shop vacuum cleaner. Super cheap to make and saves you money. Parts are easy to find. Prevents your filter from clogging prematurely in your shop vac. Separates the dust and debris with simple cyclone action. No fancy baffles. Plain, simple and practical. I made another version for WATER using just one pail ! ..... • How to Make ● Simple W... Makes a great fluid extractor!
NOTE: Some have said static could be an issue. When I tested this, it was on concrete and static was not an issue for me. If you are building yours on a wood stand, you may want to add a ground wire.
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I thank this commenter @matthewolson5391 who supplied this info: "The HD buckets with “LEAKTITE” and the numbers “01453” printed on the bottom are the style buckets that will not go together. But using one of those and a green one from Menards that has “5140-1” does match up with a HD “01453”.
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[@chrisnotap]

Before you run out and buy all the stuff to build one, be sure to read the important note I made about the buckets in the description under the video!

[@danlake3383]

Chris, what an awesome video! I have built it but where do I get the suction hose that goes on the bucket? Keep up the great videos sir.

[@guysolis5843]

Some people would say "but with all the time you spent you could've purchased a suitable contraption.." What these people don't know is the welcome challenge and sense of accomplishment you now have. Great show, sir, I'm subbing to see what else you're up to.

[@chrisnotap]

Couldn't agree more!! Thanks!

[@averteddisasterbarely2339]

I like it when someone else does all the testing so I can just get to the making part! And save money too !

[@guysolis5843]

@@averteddisasterbarely2339 I'm like that too and another thing I do when watching a video is skip to the end to see the results before I spend time watching.

[@eat2pigs]

In this case, what he made cost substantially less than a brand new one, you will generally see those types of comments on a video where someone takes an astronomical amount of time and supplies to make something that is cheap and easy to purchase.

[@guysolis5843]

@@eat2pigs Right-o..and most guys who are builders have all the tools and most of the parts to build what they want..

[@c4279]

I just made one of these dust-collectors by exactly following the guy's instructions. It works very well - as advertised.

[@chrisnotap]

I went through many versions and this one, in its simplicity, was the best!

[@StevenHanover]

Could there potentially be 3 or 4 of these tall buckets for a placer gold mining operation in arizona desert?

[@maddawgzzzz]

@@StevenHanover yes you can conecnt 5 toegtehr but the air will be hard to move

[@DenBlackburn]

Thanks, its good to hear that someone has tried it and it works, so thanks again.

[@rxchng]

Hi Chris, I can't imagine how much time you spent on testing and coming up with such a genius solution. I'm a woodworker and this to me is by far the best and easiest way to make a cyclone dust separator. I am a loyal fan and have watched all your videos. I sincerely thank you for sharing and the time you put into making all these wonderful and professional quality videos. I can't wait to learn that your subscribers in the millions!

[@chrisnotap]

Thanks for that great feedback!

[@DIYJIM]

great comment it is a lot of work making these videos I know I have been trying to make my own channel and getting subscribers is very hard I have many views but they do not subscribe to my channel. This is a great video

[@laboulesdebleu8335]

@DIY don't sweat the subscribes... its mostly an ego thing (of course it helps with notifications as well). With fewer than 30 vids, you've really just gotten started. Most don't see significant pickup until after a couple years of regular & frequent uploads.

[@DIYJIM]

thanks for checking my channel out

[@leonardo47000]

Hi Chris, I concur with Robert. The concept, design and execution are brilliant, but your production and delivery of the the video are perfect.

[@DISABLED12-7]

Wow! 10/10 presentation, 10/10 commentary, 10/10 simplicity, 10/10 on the physics. I LOVE THIS!

[@chrisnotap]

10/10 for this great comment! Thanks for that!!

[@moodberry]

As a retired shop teacher, I have to say that you sir are the epitome of someone with a teacher's heart. You cut to the chase and anticipate all the steps. Additionally, you have fantastic video editing skills. I subscribed to your channel. Thanks.. Oh, and BTW, you have a cool sense of humor :)

[@chrisnotap]

That is great feedback! Thanks for that!!

[@michaelbixler87]

Agreed!

[@maverickmyrtlebeach]

We need schools to have shop again.. I learned a lot, Now have own remodel Co. 50 years...

[@ITSNOTMEITISYOU]

I recently got to thank my middle school shop teacher. Turns out to be a small world, I took his class in 84-85 and just found out he is friends with my aunt. I got to thanks him for what he taught me near 40 years ago everyday. Was a proud moment. I remember he stayed late after school so I could build a crossbow (try that one these days!) that won second place in state, unfortunately I sold it for what I thought was a lot of$ back the, wish I still had it. Hope you get that return one day from someone that will remember your lessons forever and thanks for keeping a dyeing art form alive. Probably won’t have shop class in another 10-15 years the way things are going

[@moodberry]

@@ITSNOTMEITISYOU Me again. re: your comment, I really appreciate it. But though you wish shop class would stay, the sad reality is that it is gone for good. Why? Well, it's because of two or three things. First, our litigious society. No teacher wants to be sued because Mike or Suzy didn't listen and cut their finger doing something stupid. Secondly, kids themselves have almost zero experience with anything more sophisticated than a hammer. I once had a kid burn another kid with a hot glue gun! Third, the perception in schools is that we need to teach kids about computers, not shop. So, the money isn't there to equip shops and instead they fill the space with computers. No offense to computer teachers, because a good shop program needs to integrate computers into the program, but not exclude the saws and drills. America needs workers in the trades. Not everyone has to go to college. In fact, GREAT careers can be had in the trades.

[@roughwaves]

As a professional engineer, I tend to buy tools specifically designed to do these things, so I don't imagine I'll ever need one of devices. But damn, what a fantastic video and guide. You're a natural teacher, and for that I'd like to watch more videos.

[@chrisnotap]

Thanks for that nice feedback!!

[@enthoo7902]

"Professional engineer". I needed that chuckle, haha.

[@SteamCrane]

​@@enthoo7902 "Professional Engineer" is a legal title that requires extensive study and a difficult test. A PE cert is needed to testify in court, but only a percentage of Engineers have a PE cert. My boss, CTO, does, none of us other engineers do, it's just not necessary outside court.

[@normansawatzky4778]

@@enthoo7902 hahaha!...my Dad is a genius with physics. He has never been tested but my uncles and lots of work friends agree on this. My Dad and I were carpenters and had a company together building houses for many years. So called engineers hated him. He knew more than they did, even though they had ten years worth of university!..He didn't even have high school! He was able to calculate numbers in the thousands in mere moments. We had to hire them for some complicated designs on our homes because of that little stamp they would put on our plans. They basically just did what he asked of them. Now it has become law to use them for everything we build and they are expensive! My Dad is now 86 and loves to come on over and see what I'm working on. His experience is worth more than gold, and everybody loves to hear what he has to say with regards to the projects...almost everyone.

[@user-ct8my8rv9c]

lol

[@mohammadalhasan4253]

the first DIY dust collector video on KZbin that doesn't require professional tools or crazy skills. WELL DONE!

[@chrisnotap]

I just finished an update with 2 more great tips!!..........kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJa4ZaGniK-neLs

[@davecarpetcare]

Super excellent video. Neat and clean in the content and production. Sharp, closeup views, no stray cats or dogs, no one hand holding camera and other hand doing "the work", no taking 5 minutes to get to the start of the subject of the video, no diesel air horns going off with tractor trailers passing by. Like I said, super excellent.

[@chrisnotap]

Thanks for that great feedback and I can see you're subscribed! Thanks!

[@chuckguidry1560]

You nailed it. Straight to the point and without all the fluff. Tks

[@DZNTZ]

Just built this today, thank you SO much for the tutorial! I’ve been meaning to do this for ages, and finally found one simple enough that I couldn’t make any excuses. Assembly went smooth as butter, everything worked out perfectly. (I did use a hole saw for the bucket lid holes and enlarged them a little with a Dremel sanding drum to make a press fit for the PVC - my ancient snips wouldn’t make a clean enough circle) I picked up a big roll of sump pump hose (1 1/4”) at the home improvement store, and some T’s to run it to individual machines (drill press, band saw, lathe, sander). Finally, I have a real dust collection system in my modest workshop, thanks to you! Much appreciated.

[@georgenettlesjr1466]

Can you tell me what size or model number is the pipe that goes in between the couplings I cannot find it anywhere

[@DZNTZ]

@@georgenettlesjr1466 It’s just a little section of 1.5” pvc pipe

[@k2_tech745]

If there were ever a Nobel Prize for DIY, you sir would be the first to win.

[@kingplumber]

This is brilliant, I was all set to go buy the HF cyclone unit but it was out of stock. Then I thought I bet there's a KZbin video on how to build one, glanced at a couple of them and clicked on yours. Very well done video and the fact that you tried 100 different versions before this one is stellar, keeps me from having to do all that.

[@yahalam0]

I just built this, and used it for my harbor freight sand blast cabinet. I have made a way it so I can use the vacuum hose, or have it attached to the sand blast cabinet, this sucked up the 15 year old media out of the cabinet, very dirty and dusty! This thing worked great and no dust ended up on the vacuum filter! I had all the stuff to build it just laying around the shop! I am actually shocked at how great it works! You deserve 3 brownie buttons for sharing this! I ran into a difficulty finding the fernco rubber caps to fit the hubs of the pipe fittings and did a work around. (I heated the old hose and stretched it to fit) Home depot is out of all plumbing supplies! I used the sand blast cabinet with this negative pressure and it was a shear delight! no leaks even though the cabinet has holes and cracks all over it! Thanks!

[@timterry5689]

Did this system help keep the dust down in the sand blast cabinet? I have a hard time seeing my work and need a solution to keep the dust down.

[@MetaView7]

This is the best and easiest DIY cyclone I have seen so far.

[@enduronaaustralia]

I was about to type the same thing. I've seen so many, but this supersedes anything.

[@MattKasdorf]

Very impressive! 🇨🇦

[@jimposey2162]

MetaView7 y

[@donaldfisher7225]

@Mike Smith Nope. Doesn't stop the filter from clogging. You need to separate the vacuum filter from the dust collection by way of the cyclone.

[@stephenheaton8889]

@Mike Smith this is to keep filter from needing to be cleaned.

[@kuglio7636]

I was a Tool & Die Maker for 30 years and your videos are brilliant. I'm very impressed. Thank you taking the time to make them.

[@chrisnotap]

I just finished an update with 2 more great tips!!..........kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJa4ZaGniK-neLs and I made one for water! .....kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6OXpJt8YtSCsMk

[@scottpickford5314]

I accidentally come across this video and have to say “I’m impressed”. I’m now subscribed, “liked”, and look forward to see what else you get up to. Well done!

[@adamfreeman1347]

me too! thanks

[@mmdirtyworkz]

@@adamfreeman1347 you're welcome

[@thekelvin5000]

Scott Pickford Me three.

[@spbeckman]

Same here. I dont even need a dust catcher, but the design was so ingenious that I'm looking forward to the other content on this channel.

[@grabasandwich]

"accidentally" KZbin algorithm 😁

[@BassemSalama-k6b]

I would confidently say that this video is one of very few videos that made a huge difference in my life. You are an amazing mentor. Thank

[@chrisnotap]

Wow, thank you!

[@pellesomethingsomething]

Not too much info, not too little info - just the right amount and nicely narrated too. Well done.

[@chrisnotap]

Thanks for that feedback!

[@DunateoRom8v37]

Yeah. I need to agree. My only issue, but that's mine, is it is in imperial. I live in the real, I mean metric world.

[@PaganWizard]

@@DunateoRom8v37 There are two types of Countries in this world, those that use the metric system, and those that have landed on the moon. Google (or your favorite search engine) can easily translate the measurements for free.

[@spettro9]

Exactly!

[@martinvallee7797]

@@PaganWizard let me correct that: "Those who still think landing on the moon is an accomplishment in 2020 and voted a crook for President"

[@raymondadams5261]

Chris, My hat is off to you. I recently looked at a "Home Workshop" cyclonic dust separator. $500+. I thought to myself, "what working person can afford that?", closely followed by, "there has to be an affordable way to accomplish this same thing." Thank you for figuring it out before I got started. Whether you realized it or not, this saved me and countless others, several hours of frustration, not to mention saving my wife from having to endure my outburst of profanity while going thru the creative process.

[@chrisnotap]

Did you watch the update video? ..... kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJa4ZaGniK-neLs

[@thomasmarencik8050]

Thank you so much. This is the eighth DIY dust collection system video I’ve watched. This is by far the best video .1 no wasted time covering irrelevant talk. 2. Easy to follow instructions. 2. Simplicity of design. 3. Relatively low cost for materials. 4. It works extremely well. As a retired teacher, I applaud your instructions.!

[@chrisnotap]

Wow! Thanks for all of that great feedback!!

[@Ritalie]

Yes, the best video. There are some really, really bad ones out there. I think one video I watched was 23 minutes long. I have no idea how glueing some fittings on a bucket can take 23 minutes to explain. haha. This is the best and most simple video on cyclones that exists on the internet, because it's clearly the easiest to build and doesn't have any ugly hot glue.

[@apollunai]

Hi! For all the viewers out there - I just built this project and it worked just fine. But- I live on the Left Coast, and the buckets available from the bright orange HD store are NOT configured the same as the buckets Chris got for the videos. I had to do a lot of "bucket sculpting" to get the top bucket to fit into bottom. And I had to do sculpting on both buckets. Like I said - it works just fine, the project is still well worth doing, it'll just take a lot more grinding and filing, and a fair bit more time. Thank you for all the work on this, Chis. It's an awesome add to a small shop!!

[@chrisnotap]

Others have said the same about the buckets in their area. Others have also said that they used Lowes buckets and they worked just fine. Thanks!

[@mattmacd2009]

I spend my days manufacturing home made 'work arounds'. Gotta say this level of simplicity has to be admired. Kudos to you sir.

[@madometal]

Wow ! The brilliant stuff that people invent and genuine enough to share to the world...nothing but respect

[@chrisnotap]

I just finished an update with 2 more great tips!!..........kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJa4ZaGniK-neLs and I made one for water! .....kzbin.info/www/bejne/p6OXpJt8YtSCsMk

[@blackstorm86]

I followed your plans and built one of these last summer and it works great! I also noticed another advantage. A 5 gallon shop vac isn't really 5 gallons. You'll only get 2, maybe 3 gallons of liquid before you start to submerge the motor. With your design collector I can suck up a full 5 gallons of liquid. The motor stays dry and the filter doesn't even get damp.

[@jamesdasilva8719]

The video provides valuable information. I used a 15-gallon barrel with a lid, which offers more storage in a single container and eliminates the need for two buckets.

[@chrisnotap]

That's cool! Where did you source the 15G container?

[@antoniomaceo4706]

Pure genius my friend. This took 30 minutes to complete and it works like an absolute charm. You sir are a badass. Ty.

[@mariammariamy1975]

@Long Range Rifle 😂

[@SeanBlader]

@Long Range Rifle Whoops, you were only supposed to cut one of the buckets. Glad you got it patched up.

[@williamchildress5869]

Mike Smith You have the I.Q. of a pet rock.

[@chrisnotap]

Did you watch the update video? ..... kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJa4ZaGniK-neLs

[@art58wong]

I made a 1 bucket cyclone with baffle and it works ok for capturing 60% of concrete dust from basement floor grinding. Thumbs up on the simplicity of yours. If you cut out a 2" wide window along the length of the buckets and weld a clear polyethylene over the opening you can see how to optimize the intake size/positioning.

[@normtrainer3429]

Just built the dust collector a week ago and so far it is working great. Was surprisingly easy to do, thanks for the idea.

[@chrisnotap]

Great to hear!

[@JasonWarta]

Just made this! Great guide! After I collected all the parts, it took me about an hour to assemble. I did have the issue with the buckets fitting together as others have mentioned, but I solved it by removing a tapered slit of plastic from the rim of the top bucket so I can squeeze the bucket a little and fit them together. Now I can justify buying a much longer hose for my shop 😄

[@jrm-ue9if]

Chris: This is an excellent design, maybe the best I've ever seen. I spilled about 3 gallons of shredded paper on the floor. After picking it all up, I checked the shopvac. Not a single shred in it! I built a roll around platform with sides for stability, and it works great. Thanks!

[@jakeg1342]

Good idea. A cheap Harbor Freight 4 wheel dolly could be an easy starting point for a roll around platform.

[@unclefranko2452]

Looks great 👍 ill try it myself. Regards Frank

[@JayHofkamp]

This is just plain genius. I love that you did it without gluing anything. Thank you.

[@chrisnotap]

Glad you like it!

[@TheWolfsnack]

Pretty cool....I will be building one, it is a lot less hassle than having to deal with emptying the shop vac or replacing dust clogged filters

[@cloudstrifeification]

If you want to keep your filters cleaner get you some shop vac bags.

[@SPENJERE]

WOW! Thank you for the great video. I recently purchased a dust collector from HD, when I got it home and opened up and realized I spent $50.00 on a 5 gallon pail lid. Returned it and have been looking for a DIY ever since, thank you.

[@ValrBurmoon]

I don’t do craftsmanship or anything with wood, but this was actually pretty neat. I would never have thought that something like this could be a thing. Great idea!

[@nore8141]

Love it. I thought it would cost be hundreds of $$$$ to setup a dust collection for my new small workshop but you’ve saved my pension money thank you very much ❤

[@jesper1406]

I have seen a lot of attempts to make a homemade shopvac. This is 100% the cheapest, most simple, and easiest to build. THANK YOU!!! My plan is to build one for each machine in my workshop, and just move the vacuum cleaner...

[@jbug4570]

I stumbled across your video about a year ago, (not my usual KZbin) enjoyed your way of making things so simple. Thought of this cyclone collector yesterday when I was trying to clean up my shop. Run to the house and tried find you again on KZbin. Built a cyclone unit out of stuff I had in the shop and … Hmmm, the Test ! Not a speck of sawdust in a machine shop, worked absolutely great on aluminum, brass and cast iron shaving. Thanks for the awesome idea, appreciate you time.

[@chrisnotap]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@emilflognoid1532]

Awesome... been watching DIY dust collector videos for years off and on, love this solution! Best and easiest solution yet!

[@chrisnotap]

I thought those baffles were required but then I tried nothing and it worked great. Crazy!

[@pmdinaz]

@@chrisnotap would a baffle a third up from the joint of the two buckets yield better results? I think ill try. Great video Chris! Thanks for sharing

[@larrybe2900]

@@pmdinaz A cone fitted to the top bucket inside would reduce the agitation in the collector bucket. (in essence a funnel design) It might even enhance vacuum strength.

[@ianandrewoconnor9032]

Ingersoll Rand was also using inertial separation in the 40’s, this guy’s genius is the reapplication of old technology using easily available parts and being able apply the ideas. Well done sir

[@elfpimp1]

I honestly believe that a LOT of what we think we thought of today was something we forgot from centuries ago. Concrete is an example.

[@christophergallagher531]

I miss Sue Falls Ingersoll Rand hand tools. Their 11 amp circular saw has never been equaled, and they made the sexiest saws all I ever held. Coming out of the field and putting my feet in a shop is changing everything. Cheers Chris

[@Richard-mz7qu]

Finally! I finally found exactly what I have been looking for; a no nonsense approach to shop dust collection without a bunch of gadgets. Seriously, I have reviewed so many processes for years and finally Chris has delivered. Thank you Chris for sharing your ingenuous idea! I can't wait to set it up!

[@chrisnotap]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@DiffEQ]

The goal isn't to have a separate container for the large particles. What does that help? The goal is to prevent clogging of the filter and it is the FINE PARTICLES that do that... which is what you have on your filter. Most people have a 10 gallon or larger shop vac, so all you did is decrease the capacity before having to empty.

[@BuilderBob1]

I saw this video a couple years ago and wanted to build this ever since, but didn't really need it enough to build one. A couple days ago I decided I wanted the power of my central vacuum system to wet-vacuum my car's carpets but the vacuum unit is not okay with moisture. This cyclone separator solved my problem and works great at separating everything including water, but it was also very simple to build and only took one trip to the hardware store for all the supplies! Thank you!

[@erikmaldre]

Absolute genius. There's a lot of knowledge in this video packed in under 7 mins. Extremely well-thought-out and equally well-edited. This is the first Chris Notap video I've watched and I couldn't hit the "Subscribe" button fast enough. Great resource!

[@chrisnotap]

Thanks for that great feedback and welcome!!

[@andrewakrause]

Same. Actually, I hit Subscribe just for the opening bit alone.

[@chrisnotap]

Welcome to you too!!

[@mamemckee2190]

Me three!

[@country1961]

Is there a parts list, sizes, etc, love the video.

[@sandrosbackyard343]

Hey Chris! I built this following you're instructions with the upgrade and it works great! Used it to sand some drywall and now it doesn't clog up my filter Great idea...works great...thanks

[@MaxPower-wo1we]

I don't even need this yet, but had to thumbs up and comment on the elegance of such a novel DIY solution with the perfect video guide to do it ourselves. Great job, one of the better DIYs I've ever seen!

[@chrisnotap]

Wow, thank you!

[@maadirewiri9224]

Hello from NZ made my extractor a few weeks ago works a treat had all the bits and pieces in my garage so it didn't cost me a cent so a big thanks for a simple video

[@Pontiacdreams]

Brilliant design! Obviously, you put a lot of time figuring this out- I’m grateful! This worked perfectly. The only suggestion I have is to use a 1 7/8 hole saw, a bit snug but it made it easy to get a perfect hole. Thanks again!

[@hernanl.1165]

As a broke 19 year old who’s getting into wood working, i cant thank you enough for this!

[@VidMashUp]

You won't be broke any more! Not once you have this. Rent it out to your friends!

[@alfredavina7202]

@@VidMashUp Better yet, make a patent and steal his idea before he does.

[@baq8680]

@Mike Smith you obviously missed the entire point of the video and the purpose for having a dust extractor... but thanks for playing...

[@ZenithClarity]

@@ClickLikeAndSubscribe have a link to that 20 cyclone knock off.

[@amorgan5844]

@Mike Smith and render the vacuum useless😆 do you know how a vacuum works?

[@lisamorlock-wright6474]

CHRIS!!! I followed your instructions step-by-step-one time-and first try…BOOM!…dust collection system success. I had a bucket of sanding dust I’d collected to make my own wood filler for my furniture projects. While clearly your system worked great in the video, a little self-doubt was lurking over here. I used a very affordable 3hp Vacmaster and, HOLY SMOKES, it worked like a dream. Thank you for all your trial and error efforts so that I could duplicate it without worry and $50 in destroyed HD buckets. 😉

[@Muksanim2012]

The best idea for dust collection I've seen. Basic and cheap. However, some of those items are much less costly at the place where you get the buckets--in the plumbing section.

[@K_M_M_G]

THIS. IS. AMAZING. - I followed this and grabbed the parts at HD, I needed to purchase a full length of 1-1/2" PVC and everything cost me $45. Thank you!!!! This will be used for a sand blasting cabinet

[@snowgorilla9789]

That's the best one I have seen yet and may I suggest a brick or even better a round steel plate on the inside bottom to help keep it from tipping over Thanks

[@75blackviking]

Good idea. A bottom counterweight of any kind is a nice value add.

[@jeffw8057]

Good suggestion. That was one of my concerns too...the stability of the dust collector as the input hose was being moved, and dragged around the collection area.

[@kkarllwt]

I would mount it to a round piece of plywood Size to taste.

[@slaplapdog]

Just the joining of the buckets alone is brilliant!

[@rslane32]

How did he stick the two buckets together?

[@rslane32]

Never mind I saw

[@jaygriffin7124]

This step kicked my ass.

[@FromSaultoPaul]

I LOVE the way you began your video, it was AWESOME. People with a sense of humor are usually good hearted people.

[@chrisnotap]

Lol! Thanks for that!

[@slackstation]

Brilliant, simple, cost-effective, easy to build, well though out. The epitome of good design. You made something that works within a number of constraints and it clearly works well.

[@chrisnotap]

Glad you like it!

[@realspacemodels]

This is a genius design! I picked up all the parts yesterday and it took less than an hour to assemble. Thanks so much for designing this. My shop vac filter will be much happier.

[@christophergallagher531]

I ran my test sans filter. The system now in it's nascent form will vent to the great out doors.

[@realspacemodels]

@@christophergallagher531 I have my shop set up with PVC tubes and vacuum stations with gates. The shop vac is outside the building in a large plastic trash can to protect it from the weather. Now the dust collector is set up next to that. It keeps the noise down in the shop.

[@christophergallagher531]

@@realspacemodels That is a good idea. No matter how good a machine is the business of moving air is noisy. I had been thinking to add a large cyclone installed in an adjacent room venting directly out doors. With this effective and compact unit, it is feasible to dedicate one to each tool station more or less. That way the vacuum unit will not have to move dust as far. Naturally the table saw and planer make would fill up a 5 gallon bucket quickly. So far the unit far exceeds any expectations I conjured up!

[@chrisnotap]

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[@stevenzawalick49]

Absolutely EXCELLENT quality, content, and editing. Very well done Sir.

[@chrisnotap]

Thanks for that feedback!!

[@wp2492]

Like many others here, I’ve watched many a video on dust collection, especially for a DeWalt DW735 planer. Thanks to others comments, I went to a Lowe’s bucket as the HD ones here are listed as ones that won’t work. To my amazement, the system worked flawlessly upon first use. All the shavings were captured in the bottom of the bucket, and nothing that I could see was captured by the vacuum. Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@chrisnotap]

That's great to hear! And I'm glad you were able to figure out the HD/Lowes bucket issue.

[@terrencepayne1371]

I just bought the dewalt planer myself- this system work well with same diameter hose in the video on the planers extraction end?

[@wp2492]

@@terrencepayne1371 Yes. I used one hose clamp to secure it, although it was already a snug fit. On the other end at the bucket, the hose fit over the fitting secured by the second hose clamp. I only had to cut the center out of one of the rubber caps for my Ridgid 4 gl vacuum.

[@terrencepayne1371]

@@wp2492 thank ya very much for the details. I’m gonna let the thing blast chips everywhere until I can get it set up but I’m glad to know this design works.

[@wp2492]

@@terrencepayne1371 And blast chips everywhere it Will! 🤣

[@jeffreystroman2811]

I must say quite impressive sir, I've played around myself with various designs mostly for soot. The multiple stage with water cyclonic type is what I ended up with, but alas there is no video with dramatic first person shots of vacuuming. Well done

[@j-book3937]

Works like a charm. NOTE: BUCKET CHOICE MATTERS. I wasn't close to a Home Depot and used a local HW store bucket set. The ribbed areas at the top were narrower compared to the HD set. These other buckets worked but a little more material would have made a more secure interface.

[@kaosthecosmicreviewer1055]

this definitely earned the *"MUST BUILD"* stamp

[@kevingreen8763]

I'm building a shop and have been figuring out what to do for dust collection...you have given me the answer. Thank you 😁

[@jasonshmason]

The elegance and simplicity of your solution and design are truly remarkable. Thank you.

[@mrs.mcnamara1669]

I don’t know how I got here, but this is the most brilliant and satisfying video I have seen in years. You are very clever

[@laboulesdebleu8335]

No doubt, the simplest, least expensive and yet still highly effective DIY dust collector on youtube.

[@chrisnotap]

Thanks for that!

[@2475Customs]

Awesome idea and video Chris. I built this for my shop and use it regularly. I ended up cutting a circle out of 1/4" laminate and silicon mounting it to the top bucket because it started cracking around the fittings causing it to lose suction. Works like a champ now. Thanks for the detailed instruction and demo.

[@ericgoodwill2943]

Chris, this is one of the best videos that I have seen on KZbin. Your explanations are clear, concise and well planned. Thank you

[@chrisnotap]

Did you watch the update video? ..... kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJa4ZaGniK-neLs

[@boa9535]

I’m glad all these DIYers have figured out how not to do things before I even have to think about them. Thank you.

[@CMichaelLyle]

I'm glad they figured out how to upload to KZbin.

[@Andy-te6jj]

yeah! so simple and easy to make and as side effect it looks even good

[@carlycfs]

Absolutely incredibly amazing and beyond my wildest imagination of human innovation OMGGGG I am so going to build one of these !! I also used some Home Depot buckets to experiment making a gravel, dirt, nail, debris strainer for cleaning my outdoor firepit and reuse the soot. In any case, I went through several buckets (just like your vid) before discovering LATHE as a strainer would do the trick !! Anyway, bless you for being so helpful and giving this 'free' vid to all KZbinrs !! Great video editing while transitioning quickly through each step as well; straight to the point without wasting any time !!

[@stevegoss8661]

So here it is 4 years later and I stumbled across your video. You are a fantastic teacher! Basically I did everything that you said to do. I didn't have all the parts so I did improvise and made it function like yours. I had a 5 gallon bucket for the top and a 6 1/4 gallon bucket for the bottom. It worked perfectly! Thank you for the easier to follow video and I have subscribe to your channel. Look forward watching your videos.

[@chrisnotap]

Great job!

[@jasonshmason]

Just finished mine using all 2” PVC to accommodate my 2” vac hose. Works perfectly! I guess the ol’ quick and dirty ain’t necessarily so dirty after all. What a pain in the arse it was taking that filter outdoors every 15 minutes to blow it out with the air hose. Thanks!

[@thostube13]

Didn't really need a dust collector but looked like a fun project. Easy to build and works great. Thanks for posting.

[@chrisnotap]

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[@Airman_Fu]

What an awesome build! I had a centrifugal separator but took up too much room in my small garage. This is a perfect project for the average Joe like me who doesn’t want to keep washing shop vac filters, does some woodworking on the weekend and doesn’t have a huge garage. Thank you for the video!

[@laxitup94]

Great Video. FYI because I didn't know till my Dad told me but for cutting with tin snips they are actually color coded. Yellow is for straight lines, Red for counter clockwise/Left turns and green clockwise/right. Might be easier if you have them

[@chuckjohnson4048]

I tried the Rigid separator, waste of money. Will go with your design. Simple, cheap, works perfectly. Thanks

[@hellcat1988]

Finally one of these diy dust collector videos that doesn't use that stupid injection molded lid. This also works as a diy large capacity house vacuum, so long as you have a few extensions and a brush head accessory for a shop vac.

[@tmlhkyfn]

Just built my dust collector today, tried it out & am very happy with the results. Thanks for a great project, that doesn't require "specialty" tools or cost a small fortune. I then caught the "update" video & will be adding the base to stabilize it. Thinking I might put castors on the modified base, for easier mobility

[@shaynesabala]

After a few modifications, it worked amazingly. My joiner was getting clogged up after a few passes when it was hooked to the shop vac, but after running it through this setup it was completely clean. I'm building a stand that attaches to the vac so it can be moved around easily. One thing I would point out, is to make sure you get heavy duty buckets. I just grabbed two from HD and they were are so flimsy I'm going to have to incorporate a brace to hold the hoses in place. No big deal, but with a thick bucket you wouldn't have to do that. Thanks for the video, no more dirty garage.

[@chrisnotap]

Did you watch the update video?

[@PeopleOfArarat]

"And you know something? Don't use the light, use a tape measure." 😂 Great video! Very useful invention! 👍🏽

[@czellner00]

I did this for about $25. hooked it up to my Glass Bead Blaster Cabinet from HF. Used flex Pool hose from box to collector. works really good! Thanks Chris!

[@chrisnotap]

Thanks!! Did you see the update video? ... kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJa4ZaGniK-neLs

[@A6Legit]

Pool hose is by far the cheapest kind of hose I could find for DIY dust collection

[@cameltoast]

@@A6Legit I'm always on the lookout for the cheapest hose.

[@jeffalwine9451]

So I had a HELL of a time getting the buckets to seat with one another- maybe they were warped or something, but I found that chamfering the inside of the bottom bucket allowed them to FINALLY go together. Awesome plans and the rest of assembly was a snap. For the rubber caps, I just sliced an X and pushed my vacuum lines in. Thank you so much Mr. Notap!

[@chrisnotap]

From other commenters we have figured out that not all home depot buckets across the land are the same. There seems to be 2 models. The good part is that most of them work.

[@billybrown41]

I got Menards buckets. I couldn't get the Carpet cutter idea to work on my Oscillating Saw. I used Cut-Off blade on rotary tool (Dremel like). The carpet blade would not stay secure. I messed up the top edge of bucket (gouges, dips, etc.) I could not get them together. I may buy a different brand of 5-Gallon bucket.

[@WookaBounce]

1st the oscillator blade, then the easy make scribe, plus the great shots and quick video. Perfect. New subscriber. Thanks YT for the recommend!

[@chrisnotap]

Thanks for that great feedback and welcome!!

[@woodworkerroyer8497]

You know, this is the BEST video I've ever seen on this! You went out of your way to make sure that this or that was an efficient and simple solution when most guys just say "ok, make a hole here" and then show the hard part done! By the way, your camera angles are amazing for the vacuum and separator! All in all, I just subscribed and I am going to be looking forward to another GREAT video! Thank you!

[@chrisnotap]

Thanks!! Did you see the update video? ... kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJa4ZaGniK-neLs

[@andrewcarr2431]

You Sir are the reason I went into an Engineering base trade. I was going to purchase such a device from Amazon, but will now build one. It is for the chop saws in my workshop and I get sick of cleaning/replacing the filters. Plus I can get more life from them. Cheers mate!

[@puwazatza]

This is amazing. I watched this video randomly last night and was not sure how this was going to be so perfect and effective. The next day, I went to the home Depot and bought all the pvc materials. Boom. This works just like a charm. Huge respect to you. Subscribed.

[@peterclark1069]

I’m absolutely impressed! I was looking for this exact set up for home use. Cheap and practical! Thank you!!

[@chrisnotap]

Glad you like it!

[@DiffEQ]

Impressed? The goal isn't to have a separate container for the large particles. What does that help? The goal is to prevent clogging of the filter and it is the FINE PARTICLES that do that... which is what you have on your filter. Most people have a 10 gallon or larger shop vac, so all you did is decrease the capacity before having to empty.

[@prg536]

All he did was just simplify the emptying process and save a lot of wear on the filters….nothing major at all maybe for a blow hard. But I assume you have a better design or idea ? The only thing would be to add a layer to remove fine particles…and how would you do that without another filter membrane ?

[@tincanspaceman]

I’ve recently started setting up a small woodworking shop and needed a solution for dust collection. I made one of these earlier today using this video as a reference and it works perfectly! Thanks for sharing!

[@GrantSR]

Dude! This is going to make it possible for me to do small-scale woodworking in my apartment without getting dust everywhere. Thanks. And, the top bucket can easily be turned right-side-up and put into the bottom bucket for storage.

[@chrisnotap]

Go for it!

[@RC-ot5nw]

I made one and it works great. I am a finish carpenter and I do a lot of remote work. It is amazing how effective this collector is, and it is portable.

[@chrisnotap]

That's great!!

[@j10001]

I love that it disassembles and stacks to make it portable, too!

[@WillN2Go1]

Absolutely terrific. (Why did it take KZbin 3 years to put this in my feed??? ) I've got the simple molded cap for just one bucket - works well enough, so this had to really rock to justify the extra work. It definitely does. I also have the large whole shop Delta collector with a top for a galvanized trash can. What the next step would be would be to make a simple roller dolly to hold both the vac and the collector -- but many situations, like mine, just don't have the room. Whatever the hassle of juggling a two part shop vac is , it is worth it. Thanks!

[@toro5338]

Vid clear, plain, realistic, and above all, without stupid music 👍Congrats 💪

[@jeffreylonigro1382]

Dude, you’re a genius. Wish this had been around when I was spending $100 on my BLOneida mini cyclone rip-off.

[@fishingtomatoseed]

Just wanted to add another comment about this dust separator. My grandfather and I was ripping a half mile of cedar for a project and had burnt up two shop vacuums trying to keep up with the table saw. Came looking for a cheap quick solution for this weekend and built this 5 gallon bucket separator. And what a job it did. We still needed to clean the filters every so often because of the fine powder like dust of the cedar. But what a job it did on the rest of the stuff. Thank you for the solution.

[@feminazislayer]

This is a good idea for anyone who does in home remodeling. No more cleaning filters out over and over. Easy switch from wet to dry vac with sane filters too.

[@chrisnotap]

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[@cri8tor]

This collector makes the most sense to build. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Cheers brother

[@c.h.2523]

It works perfectly!

[@chrisnotap]

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[@roygould9454]

There is a certain type of genius that has it's own simplicity.

[@chrisnotap]

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[@timkrouse345]

This was very helpful to me as I was grinding concrete with a vacuum attachment and the very fine dust would coat and plug my shop-vac filter in minutes. I built this cyclone dust collector and it made the job SO much easier. Thanks!

[@chrisnotap]

That's great!

[@kkonvicka25]

I love this. You should be nominated for a Nobel Prize, or at least an Ignoble Prize.

[@JohnSmith-hs2dk]

Thank you for the simple yet very effective build. These dang containers arent cheap! Especially something that holds up to 5 gal of dust. As others have said you do a great job of explaining(and answering the questions in my head) as you went along and made it a short project. Greatly appreciate the effort... you saved me a ton of trial and error.

[@frozenflyify]

Perfect. I can mount my vacuum on a shelf up high in the middle of the shop and then run a hose down to this little gem. Great design and well made! Kudos!

[@adompe3]

Can anyone comment on why building this is better than purchasing the Dustopper from HD for $59? Is it that much better?

[@frozenflyify]

@@adompe3 It is cheaper, funner, but the satisfaction of a job well done or the innovativeness of improving on the design is my motivation. We'd all be living in caves otherwise. i can already see how to improve it because i built one years ago that had zero dust, mind you it was a lot bigger but it was not filtered at all.

[@blaster-zy7xx]

LOVE the way you figure out how to do this on the cheap and easy and with no special tools. Bravo!!