New Generation Dust Extractor for your workshop, Part 2

[@benson9092]

Forget about hooked on wood, I’m hooked on Dennis! Your videos are remarkable and very easy to watch. Great work. You have inspired me.

[@michaelfedder7070]

Dennis, I've been woodworking for nearly 35 years and built 7 different shops because of moves. I'm now working on what I hope is my last shop build in a 2-car garage. Even with all my experience, I am truly inspired by you, your designs and the meticulous results you achieve. So much so, that I bought the Cam vac, Gweike laser printer and plans for your HEPA Silent Box. I just received my machine shipment from Harvey and will start assembly next week. I can't wait to get the machines running so I can get to the dust collection system. The most wonderful thing about woodworking is that there is always something new to learn. Thank you so much for sharing your fabulous work!

[@mikehewitt6484]

Hey Dennis, I’m in favour of the longer format. The slower, more detailed construction content is a big thumbs up from me 👍🏻

[@davidattenberg4720]

That is a wonderful system. I can easily understand why you are so proud of it! Your videos are also very informative and not at all boring. Good job!

[@arifwulf2161]

Really enjoyed your setup and video. It's wonderful to have the time to make everything as you want it. I went with a smaller system myself. Oneida supercell with three motors. I fixed the sound and air quality by keeping the unit in a purpose-built mech closet that keeps my shop quiet and no messes when I need to work on the extractor. I have 4 inch PVC running through the wall into the shop. I enjoy it and I don't lose space in the shop. I plan to eventually have my compressor in the closet as well.

[@HookedonWood]

Yeah, I think the Oneida supercell is a great choice. It is not available in Europe. I think the CamVac is a great budget friendly alternative. The advantage of the CamVac is that you can select the different motors seperately. I do not believe that is possible with the Oneida. Can you confirm this? All the best, Dennis

[@arifwulf2161]

@@HookedonWood Oh, yes the ability to only use what you need is fantastic. No, Supercell only has a single magswitch which has proven tricky with my ivac auto switches. You need an additional part from ivac they don't tell you up front. If I had known about CamV I would have looked into it. As a remoder and custom carpentry contractor the time just working in my shop is so much more enjoyable than having to build for a living. 😂 Really enjoy your series. China tools is cool also. They get beaten up a lot but no one in north America bothers to do the kind of work they do. Everyone wants to get paid for being special and no hard work. I think they make some exceptional tools and are willing to try things no one is willing to do. Frankly I'm not paying Rockler, wood peckers or incra prices. I tend to do without it until I build something or I find someone like you testing things. Thank you!

[@frederickmichaud6783]

Awesome work Dennis! I really enjoyed the slower pace, and it’s always pleasure to see your meticulous work and the narration that you provide.

[@geoffff]

Also, for anyone being turned away by the price of the nano max filters, you can pick up hepa rated cartridge filters for ash vacuums far more cheaply (£15-20/filter). Throw in a couple of jubilee clips and brackets and you’re golden

[@colinwilson8747]

Very Relaxing watching you make the Silent Box.

[@chrisp7957]

Wow, the way that you mix form and function is on another level. The only issue I see is that your level of work appears to be unattainable for the average joe in his garage but it’s always fun to watch others at the top of their game. Looking forward to the next exhibition.

[@michaelfedder7070]

Second your form and function comment. Regarding the "unobtainable", I'm thinking it's Dennis' *method* of work that enables him to achieve consistently good results. The way he presents his process is precisely what could enable the average Joe to achieve Dennis' level of work. And it's not about having expensive machines. Anyone can execute the milling Dennis demonstrates using a variety of tools and methods. One need only master the skills needed to shape material using the tools available. That's the fun of the journey and it's unique for each of us.

[@toddharshbarger8616]

Great job dennis! Thanks for your design, sharing your ideas, plans and glad to see you’re offering the kit! Excellent project!

[@MrGuardcaptain]

That you have gone to all this time and effort to give us the plans for free is very generous Dennis. Thank you so much. Im going to spend my weekend trying to get my shop ready for this to protect my health and the kids when they come in. Thanks so much

[@johanfmatthee7328]

Wow! This system of yours is something you may be really proud of. I enjoy your videos. I can only aspire to be at your level of craftsmanship. Well done.

[@Andrew_Sherman]

Dennis, I am so thankful I found your channel man. You have been such an inspiration and your attention to detail has been very helpful. Everyones situation is different, but your series has led me to finally purchase my 1st Cam Vac (the CGV 286 Wall Mounted version). It will be a good start for my needs and I'm excited to put in place some of your improvements. Keep being awesome man. Your Content keeps us all Hooked on Wood.....

[@alan4401]

Hi Dennis. I recently picked up a camvac at a local store at a very good price because it was slightly damaged so was delighted to see your video which makes such good use of it. I was slightly concerned about the lack of very fine dust collection but thanks to you now have the perfect solution. Incidentally I also recently purchased a fat300 height adjustable trolley, again a good deal, with a view to building a workbench so am also pleasantly surprised to see you are also doing such a project. Can't wait to see it. Please keep up these excellent videos and for the record I like the longer format.

[@rickflournoy7556]

Amazing! I wish I had your ability to conceive and design what I want or need. I like the slower pace because it helps me learn things I did not know or did not understand previously.

[@iangarriock1734]

I love the slower format and your finished product is amazing. Thank you

[@toddharshbarger8616]

I enjoyed the slower build detail and even more appreciated how you separated this to follow the concise overview! Very well done, Dennis!

[@petenelson8136]

Once again you knocked it out of the park!! Thanks for putting this together it's the best dust extraction system I've ever seen, and so beautiful!

[@TheBluealan2000]

I loved the slower build demo, that is truly an incredible looking system.

[@draztiqmeshaz6226]

Nice job buddy! It's cool to see how excited and proud you are. Thanks for sharing!

[@volkerstein2032]

Your dedication is truly inspiring Dennis. Really looking forward to see how you made your Felder workbench. Keep up the beautiful work! Greetings Volker

[@warrenthompson433]

Dennis You are an artist my friend, I wait in anticipation for every project you take on. Thanks for all your hard work and attention to detail.

[@danieljordan8587]

Thank you, Dennis, your dust extraction system looks and sounds really good. You always do a great job with your workshop improvements! Thank you for providing all the details and even the plans. Keep it up. Your channel is my favourite, when it comes to workshop building and improvement.

[@doozydave5639]

Brilliant ideas and build Dennis. Free plans too. Thank you.

[@jonanderstangen6184]

Once again, excellent work Dennis. The content speed was just right. Kept on topic, no fuzzing around and in a pleasant pace. What I really enjoy are your approach to shop design, both practical and esthetically beautiful. As you, I treat my own workshop as my second home, and do my best to invest time to make all shop upgrades as nice as possible, just for the joyment ;). Will for sure use some of your design ideas on this project to upgrade my own setup :)

[@rich2395]

Dennis, you have incredible talent and are a true artist. Love your work!

[@SibeJanKramer]

I usually cut PVC with my kapex; perfectly square and no sanding needed, great vids again, dankjewel voor 't delen, Dennis!

[@HookedonWood]

Is een paar keer mis gegaan bij mij dat hij kapot klapt. Heb een beter gevoel hierbij, maar ben met je eens dat het met de Kapex een heel stuk sneller gaat.

[@SibeJanKramer]

@@HookedonWood Dan inderdaad better safe than sorry! Regenpijp is natuurlijk ook wat dunner dan afvoerbuis, bedenk ik me nu.

[@marcinlato476]

Excellent work, very clever and inspiring design. Compared to your workshop, the NASA laboratory pales in comparison! Thank you for sharing your ideas Dennis! The pace of the comments is perfect, not too fast for such a detailed work. I keep my fingers crossed for your next ventures!

[@ПётрРубеко]

Парень, ты молодец, полезно и приятно смотреть!!!

[@sndr2977]

Dennis, if you remove the large dust bag from the CamVac, I recommend to check the part where the lid meets the drum. On mine the lid doesn't seal completely without the bag in place and you can loose a lot of suction power there. Fortunately this can be easily fixed with some sealing tape.

[@HookedonWood]

Great Tip! I will look into that! Because I hide it now, I can not notice it, and I did not give it enough attention.

[@SeanSchade]

Watching your channel grow has been nothing short of impressive. This build was amazing. Nice job!

[@HookedonWood]

Thanks for your comment! Appreciated

[@nigelb4318]

Such a pleasure to follow the progress of this incredible project which is such an inspiration, and something that I will likely attempt. Thanks Dennis, take care, best regards from Brittany France

[@tedgrigg1417]

Very interesting series. I have the 2 motor Camvac and find Inever run just one motor. So I installed a remote switch to turn on my dust extraction without having to go to the machine and switch both motors on. I simply have both motors in the on position and control the Camvac power with a remote switch.

[@joeg7755]

Hey Dennis,this is an outstanding project!

[@simfro2530]

Awesome as always. Cool that the Hepafilters are not that expensive. Like the slow style at the end.

[@petrsedlar2893]

love it, it's better video that the one from my wedding

[@StockroomSupply]

Great video Dennis! Glad to hear you are liking our NanoMax filters 👍

[@HookedonWood]

Yes indeed, I do :-)

[@geirbyre]

Very nice, Dennis!👌🏻 I’m organizing my shop now, so I will try to make this! Your work is always so tastefull!

[@DannyElsayah]

What a great and detailed video. Very inspiring. Thank you so much.

[@diymco2728]

wow. you are amazing. I thought I had some great ideas for dust collection but you have me beat. wow.

[@tinkercavedweller]

realy nice system and very well designed and executed! I love the slower paced videos!👍

[@LonelyDogBarking]

Brilliant Dennis. Tnx for the great information and beautiful work. Again. Dedicated viewer.

[@richshulmistra1938]

Awesome video. Thanks for breaking it down in great detail. I will eventually build this setup

[@tereg5]

I love this the ascetics and steps to minimize the sound and improve the functionality of it. Hope we can get an update if you find any issues that you work through. As of now I"m trying to model my beginners system in a way that it can grow into your system.

[@segemy]

Thank you very much for sharing your great ideas with everyone 🙏 this is absolutely brilliant and extremely practical. Please keep making such great content as I always enjoy your videos and can't wait to see what's next ...... Wow great stuff !!!!!

[@MCsCreations]

Fantastic work, Dennis! It looks beautiful! 😃 Stay safe there with your family! 🖖😊

[@TheFlightstick]

I love your Work soooooo much! Greetings from Germany

[@Giz120256]

Great design. Impressive work!

[@nicodupuis990]

Wow your work is always inspiring ! Great Job.

[@petterlund4806]

Thank you for another great video not only to watch, but also follow. Ive bought same system as you now, and Im looking forward to get the hepa filters in the mail!

[@olestampevestergaard4746]

Hi Dennis, I'm in my workshop right now, and just realized that having an option to switch dust extraction from wood to plastic and other debris could be practical, so wood dust that can be recycled and other stuff that needs to be scrapped instead could go to different places. Would be nice to have, with your system (that I hope to be able to make a version of) it's easy enough to go from one type to another by switching the barrel but a secondary receptacle would be great, and exactly the sort of overkill I would expect from you 😂 A good example could be on a project where you ar working with both hardwood and black mdf

[@dennismacwilliams196]

Good job, looks great and just a wow...

[@antonoat]

Fantastic work Dennis, it’s always a pleasure to see your innovative design and then the construction of your projects! Attention to detail and the fine materials you use always ensure your projects look as good as they function👏😀👍 At first I thought you were creating some sort of high end audio cabinet or enclosure for speakers! Perhaps that could be a project for the future! 😀👍

[@HookedonWood]

It is on my bucket list to do one day!

[@docwade3409]

Dennis, thank you so much for all your videos! I enjoyed the slow build video at the end as well. Could you give me the specs on the Hepa filters for your silent box? The amazon link doesn't pull up the same filters in the USA. Thanks again for all your wonderful information!

[@cottagemail4066]

@docawade3409 Yep, I have same problem. Were you able to discover something compatible?

[@kevinronald4137]

Well designed and very well constructed dust extraction system. Maybe CamVac will approach you for your kit and offer it as an accessory. Now we look forward to you constructing some home items, maybe an update on your famous rocking horse?

[@DirkieB]

Ah those Nanomax filters look so good! When I get mine I think I'll keep the big bag in the CamVac because I don't have a cyclone and want to keep the filters shielded from the bigger chips and stuff the CamVac picks up.

[@HookedonWood]

I think you will be happy to release it. Cyclone action inside will be better without bag. And because high pressure system not that vulnerable when get clogged. But most important is to try and error sang choose what you suit best

[@rudolphfranken1446]

Goed gedaan Denis Ik volg je al vanaf begin, en heb je foutjes zien maken 😉 Maar belangrijker bij zien leren en groeien, ik wist vanaf het begin, dat doet ie goed.. mij hebben ze wel eens uitgelachen 2 ct22 en een afzuiger voor me schaafbankje te hebben… maar nu zo”n 20jaar later en met veel verschilende soorten hout te hebben gewerkt., ben ik blij met mijn longen .. Blijf zo doorgaan ! Shapo

[@HookedonWood]

Dank je Rudolph. Leuk verwoord! 🙏

[@WoodworkJourney]

I love this system so much!

[@windfirewoodwork]

Wow, great work and ingenuity!

[@MrJacrider]

Dennis, these 2 videos on your dust collection system are great! I also have a CamVac and like it for most tools. I'm wondering if you could cover your piping/tubing to get dust collection at each tool? Many thanks!

[@mopardave500]

Awesome and innovative ideas.

[@g0fum]

Professional quality. Well done Dennis. ❤

[@GhostofTatooine]

awesome video again Dennis. Did a quicl calculation based on the CamVac CGV386-6, so the 3 motor variant, with the filters and toggle clamp, no wood or laser cutter at £3000 + acrylic, and it comes to just over £1000. Not bad really considering, and whilst not within my budget, it could be for some. Loving the black MDF with the Silent filter black acrylic. Looks amazing.

[@HookedonWood]

You are right, but the CamVac starts decent from a price point of view, the rest are only upgrades you can place in time. It is not that the CamVac is an inferior machine. In fact, it is a very good base. I have a 4.500 Felder, but my 600 euro CamVac wins it in a 4 inch system. So, for those systems, it is just an awesome system and I do not think a hobbyist needs to go bigger than machines with 4 inch air outlets.

[@GhostofTatooine]

@@HookedonWood you’re right, good prices for the lower end machines. Would a 2 motor system work for a woodworker who only uses small machines like bandsaws and handheld power tools.

[@steviebye1]

Loved it Dennis. Superb 2 videos. I bought the 2 motor cam-vac because of your video for my small work shop around 6 mnths ago and i couldn't be happier. Actually I could, Cyclone, Silent hepa box, Nanomax filters. One day maybe. Would it be possible in a future video to show how you connect in to the cyclone from the ducting and a closer look at where in the system you have located the safety valve. Big ask I know, I would like to copy your system. complete kit on order. Thanks Steve

[@Dragonited]

It looks like the motors run on normal 230V power. I have a suggestion to how you can switch on and off the motors independently via a remote. Use wireless switchers that are made to be put behind a in wall outlett or lamp switch. The in wall lamp switches would be most ideal since they can be switched on and off via switch on the wall and a remote. Then have a remote with more then one button on it which is very common and you can turn on and off your motors independently via a remote and via a button as well. There are even remotes with programmable buttons that can turn on all or two motors at the same time so you only have to push on one button to turn on more motors. Basically you have one button for one motor, one button for two motors and one button to turn on all three motors.

[@HookedonWood]

I think that will actually work😀

[@fscur]

Very nice video! Congrats! What is the benchtop material?

[@Paul-1123-]

Great system Dennis! Can you provide a link to the toggle clamp that is used to secure and release the dust bucket?

[@kylehayden8769]

Yes!! Thank you for taking the time to show us the build process! Would adding Dynamat Sound Deadener inside the cam vac can help reduce the db’s?

[@HookedonWood]

Great tip

[@antonoat]

Funny you mention Dynamat, at first I thought we were looking at some high end audio speaker enclosure! Lol.🤣😂🤣👍

[@sicudinb21]

Congrats! Very creative and clever! You have a great vison and are openminded for all sense of technology, keeping it functional and esthetically congruent and beautiful! Great work Dennis, bedankt! Is it you alone working, or do you have a team working along with you? I was imagining me doing the same work, provided that no mistake happens and that I have all the knowledge and IT hardware. When and how could I process and finetune all the video? Really impressive if you do it alone!

[@HookedonWood]

It is a one man show😀

[@blackrainb0w]

Awesome and no not too slow.

[@peterschut63]

Respect, you are getting really good in both technical as well as aesthetical designs for a great workshop (the only thing left is to remove the barcode labels from the rain pipes, wasbenzine werkt goed hier 🙂)

[@HookedonWood]

Ga ik doen🤪

[@ChrisSaddler-zb8oy]

Thank you Dennis for posting this. Can you provide details of the pressure relief valve? Your link does not take me to the product that you show in video.

[@bcole23]

My god you are just amazing ❤

[@AERuffy]

Amazing design

[@nicklasfisker196]

Will the silent box kit become available again? I can buy everything except the acrylic parts...

[@stephanhepp9763]

I'm speechless!

[@gordonclarke]

Just found your youtube site and found this pair of videos very useful. Two questions: 1 I clicked on the button for closed captions several times and could never get a single caption. I don't hear very well and I had trouble catching several parts of your commentary. 2. You indicate above (below the video) that plans are available on your site, but when I follow the link I do not see any mention of plans. Am I missing something?

[@markwrightakalefty]

Great work as always looks to be a good solution for my small shop. One thing I’m a little confused with is where the silent box fits within the system, am I right to think the 3 pipes running into the valves of the silent box come from the exhaust of the 3 motors?

[@HookedonWood]

Hi Mark, Yes, that is indeed a very good question. But yes, the CamVac has three (In mu case) air outlets, and these outlets are connected to the Silent Box. That is one very nice feature of the CamVac, because now you can distribute the warm air outside of the space you place it. Making it possible to place it in a cabinet for example.

[@BiglinesNL]

For those wondering, in the Dutch language, isolation is used for both isolation and insulation, hope this clears up some confusion.

[@HookedonWood]

Thanks for your help 🙏

[@davidcarey2621]

Great videos; learned a lot. Am looking at the 2000w camvac. Did you look at any performance differences between a 90l and a 55l system other than the frequency of having to empty the canister? Thanks

[@HookedonWood]

Camvac 55l is a bit easier to close the lid. Theoretically there is more space for the air to create a cyclone movement inside. Air goes easier past the filters. But I did not notice any diffs in performance. However never measure this. Both are very powerful and I guess the same

[@guitarchitectural]

What remote system are you using for the main power? Saw you clicking it on and off when pulsing!!

[@heystarfish100]

Nice to see at least one of your projects suck! 🤣🤣🤣 Beautiful design and execution Dennis. 👍

[@HookedonWood]

🤣🤣🤣

[@felixdemol9149]

Hello Dennis, do you use besides the described dust extraction system also an air purification system in your shop?

[@HookedonWood]

Yes, I have a Laguna air system. I use it only with certain jobs like sanding, and using my router. But only on the lower stand, because I makes too much noise in my opinion.

[@jvh3253]

Hi Dennis I am new in the netherlands and would like to ask your opinion on where to buy wood. If you would like to give a fellow woodworker some pointers please. Casual shops like praxis and gamma are way too expensive

[@theaudiophilist1036]

Hallo Dennis, can you please link the dust bucket? Thank you 🤗

[@Tilburger72]

I like your videos always. I have a Camvac too but struggle with the hose systems. It seems like you use standard pvc pipes which are available in generic stores. Is this true and if yes, can you tell more about an affordable hose system? For example, my routertable has 2 exists which I have connected with Record Power standard 63mm pipes. I think this could be improved because they are too long now. So if you search for a video topic….. that would be a great help :-)

[@blik2108]

Dennis. What do you use as your permanent air quality monitor in the workshop?

[@rickjackson4330]

Dennis, thanks for the excellent work and the plans. That setup is exactly what I need to upgrade my dust collection issues in my small shop. I'm running a CNC with a shop vacuum cleaner and a drum sander with a under powered dust extractor. I definitely need this setup. Will the digital files be available for sale on you site? I would be happy to buy them.

[@colindoesdiy]

Hi Dennis, this second video was even better than the first and at a pace which is just right for understanding all the detail. I am just wondering if I need a three motor CamVac or if I can get away with two motors as there seems to be a significant price difference, together with the additional upgrade components. Thanks for sharing the plans and all your knowledge that you have gained so far through all your experience.

[@HookedonWood]

I would consider the three motor when you have a bigger table saw, especially with overhead dust extraction, you have machines with 5 inch air inlets Or when you work a lot with a big planer. Otherwise, the 2 motor is powerful enough. So, I think for 80% of the hobbyist woodworkers, the two motor CamVac is the perfect choice.

[@colindoesdiy]

@Hooked on Wood Thanks as always for your advice. If I was just buying a CamVac, then it would be a 3 motor one for sure. But looking at the original filters in the CamVac and how much mess it creates when cleaning, I would prefer to upgrade the filters as you have done. I would also like to add the Cyclone system together with the Hepa Filters, so I will have to see just how far my pennies will stretch 😁. By the way, the Hepa Filters on the UK Amazon site are double the price of your Amazon site in the Netherlands. Serves us right for leaving the EU 🤣🤣.

[@Trooper266]

Hey Dennis, why did you decide to upgrade to the 3 motor version? Does you use all 3 motor at once?

[@Dionysius12]

Helemaal top Dennis!

[@chainring_tattoo]

Dennis, I bought the Camvac based on your recommendation and thoughts on using it for large and small tools. So far I've only used it on large tools and it does a fantastic job just as you claimed but plan on integrating my smaller tools soon. Have you considered a way to separate each motor out by remote control so you don't need to be near the Camvac to turn on the motors? Surely there must be a way.

[@HookedonWood]

I have the three motor CamVac and replaced the control unit on top of the CamVac and placed it on my workbench. This works perfect.

[@soopajoseph]

Hi Dennis. Could you share what hinge you used? I can’t find one that fits based on the files.

[@HookedonWood]

I bought these: www.amazon.de/-/nl/gp/product/B08SVY9PKY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&th=1

[@soopajoseph]

@@HookedonWood thank you!

[@espressomatic]

Thanks for the inspiration to move to Camvac and the gravity-based ports for the plenum box. I'm also re-working the control box, but leaving it mounted to the Camvac - I'm adding 3 contactors and a Zigbee switch module to trigger the contactors. This way I can control each motor via Home Assistant - automatically with tool power-on, by voice or by remote. I'll write a small timer/script to cycle between al the motors, with 2 motors running at one time while the third rests, thereby allowing full-time running with no motor running longer than 2 hours at a time. A 1 motor version of the script as well for smaller tools - it will also mean that every time it powers on a different motor will run, preventing any one motor from excessive runtime compared to the others.

[@HookedonWood]

Wow, that sounds really cool and smart🙂

[@verybigheart]

Thanks for sharing your beautiful, inspiring work, Dennis. Have you thought about offering your skills to the Wuhan Institute of Virology?

[@michaelfedder7070]

verybigheart, I think we're far enough on the other side of covid for this... hilarious if you have a dark sense of humor like me.

[@coolerko]

Hello Denis, so, why you finaly decided for 3 motors version instead of 2? 2 arent enough? When you are using all 3 motors? Im just asking because im still not decided which should i buy. I noticed in 1 part video you had 2 motors version...

[@alexand3r1]

Well done, really enjoy the way you present these projects! I originally had a Grizzly 1.5HP dust collector and found the pressure lacking with my smaller tools. Your review of the CamVac led me to purchasing it and returning the Grizzly. What a difference! Quick question about the pressure relief valve. Does it negatively affect airflow? I would assume it does to an extent and was thinking to either buy a metal barrel for my separator or reinforce the plastic one that I'm currently using with an internal plywood skeleton.

[@HookedonWood]

I can understand the difference you notice. The valve release does not influence the airflow

[@WimbledonWoodwork]

Hi Dennis - I have bought your HEPA plans and have the 3 motor Camvac but trying to find pipe that works / fits is driving me nuts :) The Camvac seems to be 58mm ID and 65mm OD. You dont say I think in your plans which tubes you use - any help here very much appreciated! Chris

[@HookedonWood]

Hi Chris, I use the 100mm outlet not with the adapter. I use a connection piece of a standard rainpipe. I heated it a bit and then it fitted. I always use rainpipe with the inside and outside connection pieces you have always three choices within a certain diameter. By heating you can enlarge every one of them. Till now I always manage to get one that fits.

[@WimbledonWoodwork]

Thanks Dennis. In the end I also bought rain pipe and used my 3D printer to print adapters - I find I use the printer more and more in the workshop. Recently to print the gridfinity system for organisation of all the small parts and also to print the centrifugal dust separator from Capturing Dust (and others) - for space reasons I needed something horizontal otherwise I would have used yours :)

[@waltersheehey]

Dennis, which remote are you using? Are you using a contactor? Are you only using it for on/off or are you controlling how many motors are running from the remote as well?

[@HookedonWood]

No, it is just on and off. I select the motors manually.

[@petenelson8136]

The remote came directly off of the CamVac. He just unwired it, put it on his bench (on a nifty box for good looks), and reconnected it to the CamVac with longer wires.

[@waltersheehey]

@@petenelson8136 I was referring to the small white wireless remote he is seen using in the video, not the switches that he relocated - I thought he clicked it to turn on the CamVac, but it might have just been another tool. On my CamVac system, I use the remote from iVac with a contactor, but it only allows me to turn the system on and off. Considering how innovative Dennis can be, I had hoped that he might have figured out a way to control each motor independently with a remote.

[@petenelson8136]

@@waltersheehey Ah, good catch as I didn't see that remote. Like you I'd be interested in learning what it was. Dennis is a true artist when it comes to his designs, and functionality. Because of what I've learned from him, and all the good comments from people like you regarding their CamVac's, I'm having my new shop wired up for one once my house and new woodworking shop is completed.

[@samrix5793]

What's the green tool on the desk in the background?

[@HookedonWood]

Yes, that is a new laser I got. Very interesting for the woodworker, did not test it yet, But when it works like it should, I think this can be the laser for the woodworker that just want to cut templates.

[@samrix5793]

@@HookedonWood hi thank you for the reply, yes that sounds interesting, have you ever tried the shaper origin? I see you haven't really had a CNC before I'm guessing this is by choice