I started out by reading Woodshop Dust Control. Basically the book scared me into seriously thinking about dust control for the first time. As I researched the issue on the web, I cam across Bill Pentz web page. http://billpentz.com/woodworking/cyclone/index.cfm This page also was very helpful . Eventually I realized that needed a good system. I decided to go with 6 inch S&D pipe. I also wanted the area above my machines clear of obstruction. As a result I decided to bury the pipes in the floor. ![]() Burying the pipes has the benefit of grounding the pipes and gets them out of the way. The disadvantage is the pipes cannot be moved around. I decided to go with a center island in my shop so that I could arrange the bigger equipment around it. I put six ports in this area. The walls would house the other items. |