Popular Woodworking 2001-02 № 120, страница 6
dremel Letters Cyclone collectors ideal for the home workshop Cyclones Seem Expensive, but They do so Much More Just a quick note to say that I wish your tool reviews on dust collection would not disregard cyclone units. Dust collection is probably a misnomer for the advice/recommendations you are giving. These bag units should be called "chip collectors" instead. With the initial "poof" of their bag(s), your room is filled with the really dangerous fine wood particles. Folks that realize this usually go on to purchase a high-priced ceiling air filtration unit to complete the job of "collection." I've purchased and installed the Onie-da cyclone unit ($695 + piping) and it is fabulous. It is two-stage, capturing the bigger particles in a drum and the finer particles in a filter. No bags. What may seem like an extravagant expense only for the rich should really be considered reasonably priced when you add up a chip collector and ceiling filtration combo. The site at www.oneida-air.com is a one-stop place to get everything you need — including ductwork layout and design. The company was excellent to work with. Paul Todys Milford, Ohio Editor's note: You make a good point about the ambient filtration system working with a single-stage collector. A system like the Oneida does a good job of collecting chips and finer dust. I wonder though if the ambient system still isn't a necessity for those looking for as dust-free a shop as possible when it comes to dust from sanders, routers etc.? Does Advertising Affect Which Tools are Recommended? This is a note to thank you for your extensive research and concise listings in the 2001 Tool Buying Guide. I am new to woodworking after a 20-year layoff and am now in search of the best chop saw and table saw value. The reviews and recommendations were great! You've narrowed the search down for me considerably. I did have one question concerning that issue of your magazine, however. How much direct correlation is there between the rating a certain product got vs. whether that product's manufacturer advertises in your magazine? For example, I noticed that Makita and Grizzly were rated high in several different types of equipment whereas the De-Walt name rarely got honorable mention. Is it coincidence that I did not see any De-Walt advertising in the magazine but I did see it for Makita and Grizzly? Don't misunderstand my position, I am not accusing your magazine of anything. Through other forums, I have found others somewhat unhappy with the DeWalt name as well. I am merely trying to be an informed consumer who is doing his homework and own research before I go out and lay hundreds down on machinery. I liked what you had to say, I just want to make sure I can take it at face value. Cal Tinkey Buffalo, New York Editor's note: We get this question all the time. continued on page 10 WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU Popular Woodworking welcomes letters from readers with questions or comments about the magazine or woodworking in general.We try to respond to all correspondence. Published letters may be edited for length or style. All letters become the property of Popular Woodworking. How to Send Your Letter: • E-mail: Popwood@FWPubs.com • Fax:513-531-0919 • Mail carrier: Letters • Popular Woodworking • 1507 Dana Ave. Cincinnati, OH 45207 Circle #108 on Resource Directory Coupon 8 Popular Woodworking February 2001 |
