Even machines are affected by dust. The particles can cause huge damage and cause it fail. A dust collection system with a well maintained dust collection hose can prevent all these damage if used properly.
It is important to note that there are different types of hoses. There is one for general dust, metal dust and wood dust. It is, therefore, important for you to make sure what kind of dust will be most common in you workshop or work area.
There is a general dust collection hose that may be used for small works areas where minimal dust is present. This is very flexible and is used to control light airborne dust usually by dirt and powder. It is usually made up of polyester. It is very lightweight but very durable.
A metal dust collection hose is needed if the workshop has metal products that is being cut, drilled or manipulated. These workshops typically use saws, grinders, lathes and milling machines. This kind of dust is very dangerous and should never be ignored. The dust collection hose for this is usually made up of 100% polyester strengthened with polyurethane coating. This coating prevents the metal dust from going to the dust collection hose. The polyurethane coating weighs a lot making the hose heavier.
Wood dust collecting hoses is also made up of pure polyester that has been coated in polyurethane to prevent damage. They are found in wood mills. Saws, routers, planers, sanders and molders may also be found in this workshops. This dust collecting hose filters the sawdust and wood chips floating in the air, avoiding for it to be inhaled.
Dust collection hose can be used in different kinds of environment. There are also different features suited for different needs. There are electrically conductive materials for combustible environments, chemical resistance, ozone resistance and others. Sizes also vary.
It is always best to consult an expert before making a purchase.
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