Hi,
Is there anything that's needed to improve the dust collection on the Delta
14" Bandsaw (28-206)? I noticed that there is a 1/2" gap between the bottom swing-away door and the frame casting. I have been told that for effective dust collection, the unit needs to be sealed, in as much as possible, while still allowing for a proper intake volume. If that's true, I can see that at far as my Delta is concerned, the dust collection may be ineffective and is, in fact, seems poor. I am currently using a Portable Jet 1 HP DC unit with a short hose.It collects about 1/2 of the dust the bandsaw produces - and that is from ripping a 3/4 piece of plywood. I'd hate to see what happens on a resaw.
I have thought about using some form of weather stripping to seal the lower door, but I figured it may be better to ask the group first.
Thanks in advance.
SBL