• To avoid collapse, use 26 gauge steel or thicker for ductwork. • Install on a stable level surface. Because the Tempest is top-heavy, be certain to secure the motor/blower unit to a wall. If assembled on a stand, make sure the base and supporting structure is stable.
TEMPEST Cyclone Manual Components fig. 1 - Tempest Dimensions 1) Motor blower unit DC14MB2HP for TEMP142 / TEMP142CX 7 1/2" DC14MB3HP for TEMP143 / TEMP 143CC 2) Cyclone assembly consisting of: • top cylinder • center flange with 9 sets of nuts and bolts 18"...
5) Determine an appropriate location for your cyclone. Setting the mounting bracket Tempest upright in its final position will require the assistance of another person. The two mounting brackets (F) should be mounted as shown– 19-7/8" apart on the centerline of the bolt slots. Take into consideration the height of your ceiling and the height of your barrel and determine the proper height to mount the wall brackets.
TEMPEST Cyclone Manual Assembling 5-micron Collection Bags Models TEMP142 and TEMP143 with standard 5-mIcron felt bag (BCYC6) fig. 4 - Bag Filter Diagram This high filtration bag collects any super fine particles that may pass through the cyclone unit. It has a (2) 6"...
1) Try to maintain the largest possible diameter of ductwork throughout the shop leading up to connections with your machines. The air inlet to the Tempest cyclone is six inches in diameter. Therefore, use 6" ductwork throughout the shop if possible. Because 30ga. galvanized HVAC may collapse under pressure from the vacuum, we suggest using strong (26ga.
Available Accessories for TEMPEST Cyclones TEMPEST Cyclone Manual 1. 26ga Snaplock Pipe Accessories Snaplock metal pipe is economical, smooth, and practical. It is delivered open and flat–snap it together and lock it along the length of the pipe’s seam to make your pipe. It is an easy cut to length with shears.
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