Yea, a RAS question..
Despite a clean filter in the shop vac, I still have a lot of dust escaping from the RAS when in rip position (and yes, does a good job). The tiny port on the top and the corresponding small hose connect to a dust shroud on the back.
Anyone try coupling this port to a 45 degree Y in the hose running from the main DC? Does it do any better?
Mine does. I have a 4" hose connected to a shroud behind the blade and a small hose from the port on top of the blade guard. VERY little sawdust escapes. I should mention that my DC is a 2 HP cyclone and it really sucks.
Max
What is doing a good job? The saw rips correctly? You need a large volume of air and a little shop vac will not do that. It is about 6 times too small I would guess. I have a tapered box behind my radial arm saw. It works ok with a big 600 cfm or bigger vacuum when cutting
90 degrees. Not so swell when I cut at angles that are anything but 90 degrees.HomeOwnersHub website is not affiliated with any of the manufacturers or service providers discussed here. All logos and trade names are the property of their respective owners.