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#1
Thanks for starting this thread Bridger.

I have also looked for alternatives and read about someone using heavy truck air filters (the are similar in size to what we need).  In my pursuit I came across Donaldson Torit P190817-016-436 or P190818-016-436.  These filters have a13.84-inch outer diameter and a 26.00-inches length, with a 2.00-inch pleat height.  Open at both ends with rubber gaskets with a continuous outer layer of 0.2-0.3 micron .  I bought 2 from ebay for $80 or less in the past year.  I also came across  this supplier (https://www.systech-design.com/product/donaldson-torit-p190817-016-436/) who sells them new for $89.  It appears these are actual Donaldson filters as many filter suppliers (like Killer Filter) make equivalent parts that fit the original manufacturers part, but are not original manufacturer parts.  I have never ordered from systech, but they seem to have the best price for those models.

Hope that also helps with an alternative
#2
What else can you say but....AWESOME!
#3
Well I have answered my own question.  I started taking some baseline measurements of my Jet DC1100 (original) with various piping and different turn combinations.  4,5 and 6 inch duct and PVC (4") along with short and long radius turns. I will post data soon but preliminary test supports significant efficiency in larger pipes and turns.  I know I can't support 6", but 5" shows a big improvement over 4" and larger turn 90s show better performance as well. 

This has all been stated before but I did some preliminary theoretical calculations based on my small shop and runs and didn't think there would be much difference....there is!!!

The center/edge FPM measurement was interesting as the flow is reduced on the edge (as you would expect) more than I thought.

I will post my data and my build progress in another thread in the week or so.

Carl
#4
Retired2 - I have been following yours and many others designs and am about to embark on some variation of the many shown but will start using my DC ring with a baffle.  I wanted to start with some baseline measurements.  You mentioned earlier in this tread that you measured the FPM at the center and edge of the pipe.  Is there any reason for the two and is there anything special about how to measure the edge flow (besides bringing the edge of the meter to the edge of the pipe - on a 5" pipe that is only 1.5-2" move)

This forum is great - I am glad to see there other over analyzers like me on this site (-:

Thanks,

Carl