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Stagecraft
09-12-2018, 01:25 AM
I'm wondering if there's a good dust boot available to fit a 5HP Colombo spindle?
I've been using a self-built unit for years that was marginally effective but I finally broke it and need to replace...any ideas?
Thanks - Boyd

dlcw
09-12-2018, 11:46 AM
Kent Dust shoe

https://www.kentcnc.net/nc/dust-shoes-standard-and-mini

Stagecraft
09-14-2018, 11:38 AM
Thanks Don, I've sent them an email inquiring about fitment.... given the gantry geometry on these machines I'm thinking an extra long plenum may be required. My machine is an older PRT Alpha.

Stagecraft
09-16-2018, 02:42 PM
Yup, just as I suspected...The Kent dust shoe doesn't play well with my older style gantry and a Colombo.

bleeth
09-17-2018, 07:21 AM
Design and build a better one.

Stagecraft
09-24-2018, 01:02 AM
Thanks Dave, I'll do that.