I’ve been using a dust collector in my small workshop for a few months now and it honestly made a big difference. Air feels cleaner, less dust on tools, and cleanup time is much shorter. Setup was easier than I expected and noise level is reasonable. I’m curious what filters others are using and how often you change them. Any tips to improve suction or maintenance routines would be appreciated.

I’ve had similar results, and switching to a pleated cartridge filter made a big difference for fine dust—most people clean them every few weeks and replace them around 6–12 months depending on use. To improve suction, keep hose runs short, seal any leaks, and use blast gates so airflow is focused on the tool you’re using. Regularly emptying the bin before it’s full and cleaning the filter on a schedule really helps maintain performance.

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