Also, I found both of the types of replacement screen protector films in the stewards closet; they are currently sitting on the laser welder in the annex.
The shaker motor just comes one when the user turns on the power switch the whole thing. My thought is we would only need one or the other. The shaker forces the abrasive to drop. I think the angle of slip is not as optimized as it could have been when they designed the bottom. If this doesn’t work. We can change to the bubbler. I’m going to finish the shaker motor mount. I plan to install it next week.
Pros for Bubbler:
-durable
-forces movement at the bottom
-users can adjust the bubbler regulator
Cons for Bubbler:
-might not help with angle of slip
-casual users might adjust the air regulator for the bubbler where it is flowing too much or too little
-solenoid valve could leak
-transformer could die
-solenoid could die
Pros for the Shaker:
-helps with angle of slip
-helps with keeping a continuous flow of abrasive
-user can adjust the shaker motor
Cons for Shaker:
-electric motor could die
-power supply could die
-I think most of the hardware for the bubbler is a Home Depot run.
-I think we should hold off on the mixing valve till we install the shaker motor. We can evaluate after.
-Definitely get the sifter
-Investigate the dust extraction system.
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I’m looking at options for the dust collection system. Apparently the one we linked above has a serious noise problem, being much louder than rated.
Hi Eathan,
It was great catching up today. I’ve done some basic research on the dust collection system for the media blaster and wanted to check in with you on a couple of things:
- Do you have a sense of how much the media blaster is currently used? Understanding the frequency and workload would help us better align any upgrades or fixes to its actual demands.
- Do we have an idea of the budget for improving the dust collection system? That would help narrow down options between entry-level setups and more robust solutions.
Here are a few options to consider, depending on budget and usage:
Mid-Range Options ($1000–$3,000)
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RB-Series Raptor Blast Dust Collectors
- Overview: Compact and purpose-built for media blasters.
- Strengths: Handles abrasive dust effectively; minimal setup.
- Limitations: Limited scalability.
- Selection
- Sample Product Page
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Jet DC-650 Dust Collector
- Overview: Cyclonic separation with efficient filtration.
- Strengths: Versatile and handles medium workloads.
- Limitations: Bulkier than dedicated systems.
- Cost: $750–$850.
- Product Page
High-End Options ($1,000+)
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Oneida Air Systems Dust Gorilla Pro
- Overview: High-performance dust collection with HEPA filtration.
- Strengths: Durable, scalable, and low maintenance.
- Limitations: Higher upfront cost.
- Cost: $1,200–$1,800.
- Product Page
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Hydrotron Wet Dust Collector
- Overview: Uses water to capture dust, ideal for fine and hazardous materials.
- Strengths: Safe for combustible dust, excellent containment.
- Limitations: Requires water management.
- Cost: $3,000+.
- Company Page
Lastly, I’d like to learn more about Joe’s suggestion to add a vibrator to help with material flow. I think it’s worth considering and could be a great addition to address clogging issues.
Let me know your thoughts! I’m happy to assist with further research or implementation.
Dan Quigley
@mgmoore It is been a min. I can’t remember if I dropped off the vibratory motor project at Asmbly?