I’m using my Bosch 1273 4 X 24 belt sander a lot here of late and am pretty disappointed with the dust collection that I’m getting with my 2hp 2-bag dust collector. The sander is soon going to need replaced. Is the new Bosch any better? Should I consider another brand? Should I be using my shop vac instead of the dust collector? Thanks for your help.
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Are you trying to collect sander dust with the (typically) 30micron bags that came with your dust collector? If so, suggest you replace the collection bags with 1 micron or 5 micron bags (Penn State is one supplier), or with the new cartridge/plastic collection bag from Jet. Good luck.
Wil
I've got the 5 micron bags from Woodworker's Supply on the collector. It's the dust that remains on the panel and the floor behind the panel that I'm concerned with
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