Workshop air cleaner build

[@gratefulRed69]

i'm looking to make my own shop air cleaner and have watched damn near every DIY solution on KZbin. That said, this version is probably one of the very best....not only in functionality/simplicity...but also aesthetically. Very well done, sir. I'll be copying your design, so thank you for making the video.

[@les2934]

As always Jack best videos for woodworking Thanks Larry Richmond IL

[@BrassLock]

That was an interesting build Jack, also nicely showing the use of your shop-made tools along the way. We used to have lots of blind rabbits in Australia until the benefits of Myxomatosis wore off.

[@jwoodworks2921]

Great build. Super creative. I’ve been looking at a lot of air filter builds hoping to find one I like. I think I will build this. You’ve got some coconuts my friend. Just the thought of plunging on a table saw frightens me. Clearly it works for you. I think I’ll use my jigsaw a bit more 😉

[@jbb5470]

Great addition to your shop Jack! I really liked how your crimped the tubing to make it work with your switch. Thanks for your video. great as always

[@one.pretty.kitty.]

Really great video. I've noticed that there are many videos on making an air cleaner/filter using a box fan. Yours however, put all other videos to shame. It is so obvious that you take pride in your work, and it shows. Building one that holds two filters was a great idea, (among many others). I look forward to watching more of your videos to see what you come up with next! 👍

[@paulsanabria8977]

He drop that mic after that build

[@steveaustin-amana846]

Susan i

[@raulduke7142]

Taking pride is one thing, but this man has the tools to do whatever he needs to do.. that is the most important part, second is what you do with them. Most people dont have access to proper tools to make something this beautiful, so they make due with what they have or can afford to buy. Making all those cuts with a jigsaw would be a pain to most and they just say F~c< it and go with duct tape.

[@Anna-tc6rz]

@@raulduke7142 exactly.... I have a hand saw and a drill.... fml

[@colossalbreacker]

@@Anna-tc6rz you can do a lot with just a circular saw, speed square, tape measure, and a drill. A corded circular saw can be had for around 50 bucks, add in a cheap jigsaw for 30-50 bucks and you can pretty much replicate what he did here. Especially if you don't use as difficult of joinery, maybe finishing/brad nails and glue or pocket holes on the inside. Don't worry about not having a fancy tool, just go for it with a tool that will work.

[@raphaelpark3248]

WOW!! i like the design where you can just slide the air filter in !! You are amazing!

[@jan-roarbernhardsen7626]

Thanks for showing the way you build this air cleaner fan. I like this design. easy to change or clean filter, and easy to move around. have a nice weekend

[@KaiserFailed]

I don't know why I find this man to be so cute. He's so proud of his creation, good for you! Lol Awesome carpentry, indeed.

[@Doyledidit]

Your the best Jack, bought two of these fans yesterday, one for my son and myself, will build today, thanks

[@JoseGarcia-yq2ye]

Your wood skills are top notch and especially for something so simple you turned it into a masterpiece. It would look amazing as a home décor piece and a functional one at that! I tip my hat to you and I subscribed to your channel. Looking forward to your content.

[@Jacka440]

Thank you very much!

[@ganjalogic]

Your build looks very polished, better than almost any I've seen! I would note that using 1" filters like that will seriously impact airflow, as will using more than one filter. In my tests a single 1" MERV8 filter cut airflow by 40% on a cheaper box fan, but a 4" MERV11 filter reduced airflow by less than 20% while filtering smaller particles. If you combined your slots to take a 2" thick filter you could significantly improve airflow and filter lifespan (double the surface area means double the lifespan). The company Nordic Pure has a website where they sell filters of whatever size or filtering capacity you want at reasonable prices, it was way better than trying to find the right filters in hardware stores or paying way too much. I won't link because I don't want to seem like a spammer but I'm sure anyone interested can Google for them. They do also sell 1" "Tru Mini" pleated filters that offer similar performance to 2" filters, but they cost more. Also, your build article doesn't seem to be publicly viewable? The link prompts me to login to Google then says I don't have permission.

[@Pinoyphilly]

max you are so cool, creative, simple and yet amazingly awesome. thanks for sharing your talent to all your fans.

[@SawDustMakerRJM]

I really like you air cleaner over others builds I have seen. Great job Jack!

[@KungFuMojo]

Of all the similar DIY videos on this topic, your version is the best looking one. I don't have a table saw, but I'll try and figure this out with my jigsaw, as well as upside down jigsaw table.

[@eddraper]

Nice to see you back Jack. Hope the hip is healing well.

[@davidgill8922]

fantastic job! I used the bare fare with a filter taped to a Lasko years about while jackhammering a shared laundry room in a large commercial building. The ambient dust in the room disappeared in minutes!

[@Mangolite]

Your design is the best form and function I’ve seen. Great video.

[@colinc5407]

hello from the other side of the world Jack , glad to see you are up and about and feeling better , keep the vids coming mate your doing good ......

[@thaton3guy100]

Cool video jack! Your jump cut editing is really improving!

[@tacettinkosar8056]

a channel called "doğramacı tv" has stolen many of your videos please report it

[@berniediapersanderslukso9204]

You have the best design yet.

[@Random-rt5ec]

Excellent build - You gave me some good ideas for my build. Mine will be used indoors to filter pellet stove dust and cat lint/dandruff

[@johnmoney4774]

Nice build. Ive seen this build before though, and the filters actually work better when placed in front of the fan versus the back.

[@PhattyBarnett]

I’ve seen the same and have been wondering why. Is it because the fan is not powerful enough to sufficiently “pull” the air through the filters?

[@danthemakerman]

Great video Jack! It would be great if you could do a follow up on this in a few weeks to talk about how well it works.

[@craigdobbie6978]

my god man....this should be a video on safe work practices, and what not to do.

[@jhonatanmendes8691]

I like to watch your video. You always have solution for our needs. Thank you for your excellent work.

[@Varcuri9898]

Genius design! Simple yet functional.

[@toddreimer1158]

Awesome build Jack! I did a similar setup before we moved. Mine was much less elegant. Nice work! Take care of those hands.

[@georgequalls5043]

I wonder who or what can give a thumbs down on any of Jack’s builds.

[@BuiltbyBill1]

Nice build. I have a box fan setting out in the shop, may use it for an air cleaner. I like you design. Glad to see you back!

[@vegetarianontheright]

This is fantastic! Wish I knew some woodworking skills!

[@humbertogarcia7317]

Great job Sir! Greetings from Texas.

[@donotwater]

Wow! Unfortunately I don't have any of the tools, but it was great watching your toturial. Rubber bands for now for me. Thank you for sharing your talent. 😊

[@steves1083]

A very nice, well designed build. Thank you for sharing. I need dust filtration in my small garage shop and I will make one, but probably not as nice as yours!

[@dewsunshine6505]

This looks really neat and minimalist. A very easy way of changing the filters as well :) . I am a woman who appreciates tinkering. Sadly, these powered machines, i feel scared operating them.. :( and that is where hubby comes in.. we can make a project together. :) thnak you for this great video.

[@JonnyDIY]

Great vid love the blind rabbit joints. Never seen a table saw used for plunge cuts like that made easier work than jigsawing it all, nice job!

[@repeataftermerestoration4179]

As always Jack great work ... love the fact that you use simple tools and techniques... Cheers !!

[@krioca35]

Mr. Howeling, Thanks for sharing another "class", i appreciate every video of yours!

[@007balzak]

Just came across your video. You are an inspiration...

[@TheMarcball]

well done, Chief, clean, simple and inspiring. Keep on trucking ! (from France)

[@pheenix42]

A real box fan!

[@chrisjohnson6482]

Hey Jack, two things 1: I'm curious how good it's been working out for you. Does it make a substantial difference? I'm considering a similar design 2: When you were cutting the slots out of the boards for the filters, I noticed you pushed the board down onto the blade, and then pushed the board backward over the moving blade. I'm not here to judge, I've done dumb stuff myself, but just in case you don't already know, this is incredibly dangerous. Very high chance of kickback when you do this. Always push the material forward over the blade, never backward. Again, not trying to judge, just point it out in case you didn't know. If I were building that I would just cut all the way through and glue the pieces back together. That, or drill a hole at each end and use a router to hog out all the material in between using a router bit wide enough for the slot.

[@rla1000]

Chris Johnson, yeah, this guy's "table saw safety" wouldn't play well.

[@burtreynolds3143]

@@rla1000 He has some balls for sure. then again...he built a box fan out of a box fan so ... perhaps it was all for entertainment or possibly he ran out of duct tape or he likes lifting heavy things or he's retired and ran out of projects

[@lauram7803]

@@burtreynolds3143 He built an air purifier. If you want to go for someone, go for Big Air Purifier

[@awesomexistence]

Jack, the LASKO 20” box fan you are using is rated on HOME DEPOT’s site at up to 2500 CFM air flow. Even with filtration attached it still moves an ample amount of air to filter my 20x20’ x9’ceiling shop adequately. Practical, efficient,and inexpensive!

[@kingpremo5207]

Alan Frizzell how about the one that has 1820 cfm?! runs about 17 dollars at Home Depot??

[@awesomexistence]

It’s worth a try at that price. Go for it and give a report on it’s performance.

[@brianmars3370]

Very creative. I love how he rigged the switch and carrying handle.

[@stevebrown1132]

Very cool Jack! Thanks for what you do and for sharing it with us.

[@jamesa.galloway6105]

OMG. How nice. I wish I had seen this BEFORE I went to all the work of attaching the filter straight to a box fan with a bungy.

[@NutsandBoltsAuto]

Sarcasm at its finest... 👍

[@ebmarson]

Very nice. I always enjoy your videos. Thanks for sharing

[@NateValdez]

That’s a cool project! Congrats! That things awesome!

[@Josh_Luijsterburg]

Er waren de afgelopen weken veel van dit soort air filters, maar dit is de mooiste

[@DavidRodriguez-ci6dm]

exactly what I've been looking for, thank you

[@trickadee2233]

Great video jack better still is to see you up and looking good keep up the great work cheers

[@berniesr]

another great project Jack

[@dabluox]

Nice build Jack.

[@rbleda]

Jack, that is so cool. I can't wait to make one for myself. Thanks for showing this!! Rick

[@CitizenAyellowblue]

Nice project Jack!

[@zachbuyshouses6478]

Great video. Oldie but a goodie

[@mshunnybrown7934]

Pure Genius!! I would have put notches/grooves in the knob as I use pill bottle caps on my lamps for easy turning.

[@dmmflys]

After you have used it a lot can you post us an update on how well it filters the air. Thx for the build video

[@spicyhot1695]

A real pretty box fan and you made it look so simple to build. Great job my friend!

[@carolbrock5798]

Great idea!! I just place the filter next to the fan, turn the fan on, and it works great....

[@SmokeFlame1]

Good job, as usual Jack.

[@frankingram3382]

I have seen a bunch of these purifiers made lately and so far you have the best build. I can't mount it so will it work if sitting on the floor? I enjoy your channel. God Bless my friend.

[@greggiono8789]

Great video ,like your large caliper and vertical drilling guide,do you have build videos on those?

[@KSFWG]

Great project, Jack! Thanks for the video.

[@benjaminjohnson8185]

Thanks Jack, great video and project!

[@VintageWoodWorkshop]

Great design, very easy to follow...hmmm...might have to build one now! subscribed!

[@bhd1155]

excellent inexpensive filter, I hope to build one next week, thanks for sharing.

[@nelsonalberto67]

WHAT SPECTACULAR JOB YOU HAVE DONE. I'M VERY IMPRESS OF YOUR SKILLS, THANKS FOR SHARING YOUR KNOWLEDGE, I APPRECIATED SO VERY MUCH,

[@rhoula]

I love the knob idea. Looks great. Thank you for sharing.

[@MrMiles40]

Really nice, you're pretty darn good.

[@CyrilleNajjar]

You guys should check out Sensio Air at least it will tell you what the particles are; pollen mold dust-mite or dander

[@RageTheNumbers]

Much better than my box fan + filter + duct tape! :)

[@koolblued]

Great video, however, not for the average without the special cutting equipment. Thanks for a great tutorial.

[@Rudimentary007]

Very nice work.thumbs up.

[@SeahorseWorkshop]

Love this. Double filters.

[@goddale2002]

love it.... nice work jack...

[@PorsiNice]

very good jack. i like yor make. thanks very good.

[@audiotechlabs4650]

Another great project! I am repurposing my shop, and now another idem I will need. Even if you have dust collection, this air cleaner would come in handy. Thank you Jack. How's the hip? Thankz

[@jeffstanley4593]

Great video, well explained and shown.

[@techguy3507]

You are a cool guy, Jack.

[@VideoNOLA]

A quick smoke test would show whether the fan takes more air in through the filters vs. from the front. Not sure how efficiently a box fan can be expected to channel air appropriately since its blades are so far from the shroud.

[@lordrichard8184]

I really like the way those blind rabbits look. Don’t think I’ve seen them used before.

[@nigelkavanagh2048]

Great job!! Is that still your own thumbs tho??I was afraid for you.

[@frugalaudio]

I've used that blind rabbet (I call it a hidden dado) before myself. But, I found that on plywood, it tends to break along the line between plys. Curious to know if you've seen the same thing.

[@TimeWellSpentHere]

Very useful project! About the fan, is it very loud?

[@richs4878]

How much better are these nice boxes than just duct taping the filters on the back of the fans?

[@mattb4rd]

Great job sir! I enjoyed the video.

[@kaieteurcanada]

How did it perform... did it even work as expected....?

[@brianrittgers4611]

How well does it work?give us a peek at it after it has collected for you

[@msruby68]

Great idea. You could sell these. Next year they will change the width of the filters.

[@BraxtonWirthlin]

Great project and video, Jack! I think there's a few of these in my future, there's way too much dust floating around in my garage.

[@fandywijaya727]

You are a great man on this world. I want to be your disciple.

[@GaiaCarney]

Great design & results, Jack Houweling ✅ I enjoyed watching your process, are you ambidextrous?? Cool 😎

[@icecola79]

i want one can i order it pls??? thanks

[@WoodenCreationz]

Looks like a great one Jack!!!

[@tassie7325]

Great video as always Jack. I was fascinated by the large caliper gauge you used to measure the size of the fan case. Did you make that yourself and if so any chance you will show us how you made it. Thanks.

[@tassie7325]

***** Thanks Jack. I'll go check it out

[@MattJonesYT]

This would be a lot more effective using blowers that produce static pressure to move the particles through the filters

[@anggoromiftahul5941]

Hexos sudah bagus masih di bungkus2, lengkap bangat alat2nya, kAlo indonesia cukup pake ilmu kira2 dan jadi

[@jakelawson6641]

Can you show it... in action? How well does it clean the air? If the housing is longer and, the fan and the filters are farther apart, would be more effective?

[@SavvasPapasavva]

Liked the slot cutting technique. What rating where your filters? I could only find 2 inch thick G4 or Merve 7 filters.