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SECTION 4: DESIGNING A SYSTEM
General
Always guard against stat-
ic electrical buildup by
grounding all dust collec-
tion lines.
The Model G0852 works great as a central sys-
tem for a small shop or a dedicated dust collector
for a medium-sized production machine.
When installing the dust collector be sure to put
it in an out of the way location such as a corner
or separate room. The dust collector is capable
of collecting dust from one machine at a time.
Grizzly offers a complete line of dust collection
accessories for setting up a stationary system.
Additionally, Grizzly offers a complete guide book
entitled Dust Collection Basics.
Whatever system you choose, always make sure
there are no open flames or pilot lights in the
same room as the dust collector. There is a risk of
explosion if dust is dispersed into the air.
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Duct Material
You have many choices regarding main line and
branch line duct material. For best results, use
smooth metal duct for the main line and branch
lines, then use short lengths of flexible hose to
connect each machine to the branch lines.
Plastic duct is also a popular material for home
shops. However, be aware that there is a fire or
explosion hazard if plastic duct material is not
properly grounded to prevent static electrical
buildup (refer to System Grounding at the end of
this section). Another problem with using plastic
duct is that it is less efficient per foot than metal.
Plastic duct generates static
electrical buildup that can
cause fire or shock. Properly
ground it to reduce this risk.
Plastic Duct
The popularity of plastic duct is due to the fact
that it is an economical and readily available
product. It is also simple to assemble and easily
sealed against air loss. The primary disadvantage
of plastic duct for dust collection is the inherent
danger of static electrical buildup.
Figure 31. Examples of plastic ducting
components.
Model G0852 (Mfd. Since 12/18)
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