Do You Have Air Filtration? Which One?

[jedmc571]

As the title suggests, I'm considering an air filtration unit, I see Axminster have the Jet 500 on sale, but I thought I'd sound it out here first.

The only others I've seen are Microclene, which didn't do to well in "The Woodworker"
And the Axminster one, which was on par with the Jet.

Any info appreciated.

Jed

 

[DeepBlue]

I've got the same Jet model that's on sale at the moment and I'm really impressed.

The other day I was doing what I thought was a little bit of sanding on some purpleheart without any proper extraction and I was gobsmacked to see the whole of the filter caked in pink dust.

Well worth it in my opinion - I have it running all the time I'm working and for 2 hours after I leave my workshop.

 

[Mike.C]

Hi Jed,

I have the Axminster AFS2000 which I believe they have replaced with the JET AFS1000B and I have to say that it is an excellent piece of kit and works perfectly.

Some members have made their own (DaveL for one) and they have reportedly worked well. Heres a link to Dave's https://www.ukworkshop.co.uk/forums/view ... 8301#58301 and here's a link to a few members that have the 500 https://www.ukworkshop.co.uk/forums/view ... er&start=0

HTH

Mike

 

[Chems]

I have the AFS500 bought on sale last christmas, great bit of kit.

 

[wobblycogs]

I have a small Microclene which I used to use when I was turning. I had it mounted on the wall behind the lathe.

I found it to be an excellent little machine. It grabbed all the fine dust out of the air, was easy to mount and so far I've had no problems with it. I would suggest getting a second filtration pad so that you can have one being cleaned while the other is in use.

If I had to pick faults with it I would say it's a little bit noisey for it's size but that is a price I'm happy to pay to keep my lungs dust free. I'd also rather have the filtration pad in a carridge that could just be clipped in and out of the machine. Where I had it mounted it was awkward to fit the filter but that was my fault.

 

[maltrout512]

http://www.axminster.co.uk/product.asp?pf_id=21187&name=air+filtration&user_search=1&sfile=1&jump=0

I've had this one over a year now. Great machine, wouldn't be without it.

 

[paulm]

I've had a largish microclene for a few years and it works well, but I confess I don't use it all the time I should because I find it a bit noisy. Haven't heard the other types to know for sure if they are quieter but I've heard it said that they are.

Cheers, Paul

 

[johnjin]

I have the Jet 500 and am very happy with it after 4 years.


John

 

[Harbo]

I have an Axminster one (which I have had for many years) for general shop use with a Microclene over my lathe when turning.
The Microclene sounds noisier but when measured is not - it is just a different tone?

If the weather is nice I also keep all the doors open too.

Rod

 

[RogerS]

Or build your own. Quite a few of us have.

 

[9fingers]

I've been doing the wiring in my shop in the last few days - Previously running on a plethora or extension leads!!

I've been surprised at how much dust has collected on top of cupboards etc.

I wonder if you guys who use these filters find that the top of your surfaces stay cleaner as a result of using these air filters?

Bob

 

[gidon]

I have the Microclene 400 - seems to do the job but like Paul I find it a bit too noisy and therefore don't like having it on when I'm working.

Cheers

Gidon

 

[maltrout512]

Bob it hasn't stopped the problem, but there is less. Catching/collecting the dust at source using industrial extraction takes space and money which is outside the range of most small workshops, sheds included.

 

[jedmc571]

Ok, I can see this is a good purchase :wink:

I was cutting MDF in my newly refurbished, well sealed garage yesterday but boy do I see the difference, no big gaps with fresh air running through to help clear it, and even when I leave to let the dust settle, you can sense the smog :shock: and you can smell it as well, it's "Airborne Death"

So no doubt for me, it's a must for a small workshop ! so 1 x Jet 500 to be purchased

As a follow up, based on use for those who have it, or anyone who may know, what is the frequency for filter changes?

Cheers

Jed

 

[Tim Nott]

I've had a jet 500 for a few years now, and it's reassuring to see how quickly it gets 'dirty'. Anything on the filter is not in my lungs, which is a Good Thing.
I've also taken it on site when cutting MDF and it does seem to lessen fine dust drifting throughout the house