Dust Deputy FAQ

What can I use the Dust Deputy for?
We have thousands of customers using it with great success for a variety of applications: Wood dust • sanding dust • drywall dust • clay dust • concrete dust • bakery/flour dust • panel saws • dental laboratories • anthropology laboratories • corn stoves • pet grooming • central vacuum systems.
When using most shop vacuums you constantly have to stop every few minutes to clean the filter. The Dust Deputy collects 99% of the waste into its easy to empty drum and away from your vac's filter. Click here to see a video of the Dust Deputy in action.

Has the Dust Deputy won any awards or been mentioned in any industry press?
Absolutely. Click the following links to read articles and editorials on the Dust Deputy:
Wooden Boat Magazine - Jan/Feb. 2007
Woodshop News Magazine - Jan. 2007
Fine Woodworking Magazine - October 2006
Wood Magazine -5- Performance Stars - Oct. 2006
Handy Magazine - Innovative Products - Nov/Dec. 2006
American Woodworker - July 2006

What is the inlet and outlet on the Dust Deputy cyclone?
We now offer two different inlet sizes! The inlet for the tool hose is 1.5" or 2" depending on your choice of model, and the outlet to the shop vacuum is 2".

What is the capacity of the Dust Deputy barrel that comes with the Complete Model (AXD000000)?
The barrel capacity is 10 gallons.

My shop vacuum has a 2.5" hose. Is there a hose connection kit for this?
Yes - click here for details. Also details for connecting a vacuum with a 1.5" hose.

Can I purchase just the Dust Deputy cyclone and make my own collection barrel?
Yes - we offer a do-it-yourself version (part no. AXD000001) that comes with the cyclone and hold down clamps. Click here for details.

I see you offer HEPA filters for shop vacuums. What is Cleanstream®?
When you combine the Dust Deputy with a Cleanstream® HEPA filter in your shop vacuum you get amazingly clean air. The Dust Deputy captures 99% of the waste before it gets to your shop vacuum and the Cleanstream® HEPA filter captures 99.97% of particles down to .3 microns of the remaining 1% before it can get to your shop air. Click here to see a video of the Cleanstream® filter.