We have put cyclone filter model 3 to the test by filtering out dust from milled sheets of MDF. MDF dust is very fine and resembles the particle structure of very fine baking powder. In our test 96% of that fine MDF powder was filtered and did not end up in the vacuum machine. That means that the vacuum bag needs to be changed 25 times less often than without a cyclone filter.

Suppose that a vacuum bag cost between €2,50 and €4,50 each (depending on the brand, the store and the shipping costs). When you normally use up one bag a week, with a cyclone filter this is reduced to only one bag every 25 weeks or once every six months (approximately). This means that on a yearly basis you don’t have to buy 52 vacuum bags but only two.

When a vacuum bag costs €2,50 each, then you don’t spend €130 on vacuum bags on an annual basis, but only €5. That will save you €125 year after year. When a vacuum bag costs €4,50 each, it is even a bigger saving of €225 annually.

In addition, a cyclone filter system ensures that the full suction power of the vacuum cleaner is maintained. Also, the vacuum engine does not wear out as fast, because far less dust gets into the vacuum cleaner itself. Your vacuum cleaner will therefore last longer.

In three words: they work great. We have put cyclone filter model 3 to the test by filtering out dust from milled sheets of MDF. MDF dust is very fine and resembles the particle structure of baking powder. In our test 96% of that fine MDF powder was filtered and did not end up in our vacuum machine. That means that the vacuum bag needs to be changed 25 times less often than without a cyclone filter.

Suppose you have a Bosch AdvanceVac 20 vacuum cleaner and the vacuum bags cost between €2,50 and €4,50 each (depending on the store + shipping costs). When you normally use up one bag a week, with a cyclone filter this is reduced to only one bag every 25 weeks or once every six months (approximately). This means that on a yearly basis you don’t have to buy 52 vacuum bags but only two.

When a vacuum bag costs €2,50 each, then you don’t spend €130 on vacuum bags on an annual basis, but only €5. That will save you €125 year after year. When a vacuum bag costs €4,50 each, it is even a bigger saving of €225 annually.

In addition, it ensures that full suction power is maintained. Also, the vacuum engine does not wear out as fast, because far less dust gets into the vacuum cleaner itself. Your vacuum cleaner will therefore last longer.

A cyclone filter can be used for all types of work where dust is released. Cyclone filters can be used with sanders, mitre saws, table saws, routers, wall grinders, floor grinders, CNC routers, sand blasting cabinets, and drilling machines to name just a few. Click on the ‘Application’ tab or click here for more information.

All filters have different filter capacities. For example, cyclone filter model 2 can handle 240m3 air per hour whereas cyclone filter model 3 can handle up to 280m3 air per hour. In the comparison tab there is an overview of the different cyclone filters with their capacities.

Which cyclone filter you need depends on the technical specifications of your vacuum cleaner. If you look up the specifications you will probably find some information regarding the maximum airflow the vacuum cleaner can handle.

For example, the Bosch AdvanceVac20 can handle 70 liters of air per second. That is 252,000 liters per hour (70 liters x 3.600 seconds) and amounts to 252m3 air per hour (252.000 / 1.000). Cyclone filter model 3 is therefore the best choice for the Bosch AdvanceVac 20 vacuum cleaner.

The type of dust bin that is most suitable for your needs depends on four things: (a) the power of the (professional) vacuum machine and the inner diameter of the dust port, (b) the type of dust being filtered, (c) the amount of dust being filtered, and (d) the type of cyclone filter that will be used.

a) (Professional) vacuum machine and inner diameter dust port

Do you have a powerful construction vacuum cleaner (Festool, Makita, Bosch blue, etc.) and does dust needs to flow through a relatively narrow  dust port (smaller than 30mm)? Then a metal dustbin is recommended. Powerful (professional) vacuum machines generate a high negative pressure in the dustbin. If the airflow is cut off by a too narrow dust port, then the vacuum cleaner motor will continue to operate at full speed, resulting in an even greater negative pressure in the dustbin. Metal dustbins are therefor more suitable for that kind of application.

b) Type of dust

For example, if large wood chips are sucked up, the 20 liter dust bin will quickly become full, because large wood chips do not compress well. In those cases, the 60 liter metal dust bin would be the best solution.

c) The amount of dust

Some work releases more dust than others. Milling, for example, sheets of MDF provides a lot of dust. The 20 liter dust bin would in that case be a bit too small.

d) Type of cyclone filter

Cyclone filters model 2 and model 3 can be mounted onto the 20 liter dust bin aswell as onto the 60 liter metal dust bin. The metal cyclone filter can also be mounted onto the 20 liter dust bin and the 60 liter metal dust bin. Almost always is the metal filter mounted onto a metal dust bin, because otherwise the grounding capabilities of the metal cyclone filter would be negatively effected by not being able to ground the plastic 20 liter dust bin. The XL cyclone filter is too big to be mounted onto the 20 liter dust bin. The 60 liter metal dust bin would be the way to go.

The inner ring is for reinforcement of the dustbin. The ring falls exactly in the middle of the dustbin, because the dustbin tapers slightly downwards. The ring precents the dustbin from collapsing under even the most extreme vacuum pressures. Most plastic dustbins, and even some thin-walled metal dustbins collapse when put under vacuum pressure.