Dust Collection Vortex Generator

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This is a vortex generator for a DIY Dust Collection system.  It is designed to work with standard 1.25" Shop Vac hoses and mounts to the lid of any bucket with a lid.   Assembly: Print top and bottom pieces Trace hole at bottom of vortex generator onto bucket lid and cut out the hole making sure no edges protrude to the inside Mark the bolt holes onto the lid by tracing the mount holes in the mounting flange of the bottom piece and drill out slightly larger than 5mm lay a bead of silicone adhesive on the up facing surface of the bottom piece and then join the top and bottom and squeeze together lay a bead of silicone adhesive on the bottom of the flange and bolt to the bucket lid using M5 bolts with washers. (it may be wise to build a backing plate to go inside the lid as some lids are very thin) allow to dry 24hrs put lid on bucket insert vacuum side hose into top hole press another hose onto the horizontal inlet Turn on vacuum and check for any leaks at mounting point and top/bottom joint hook up to tool and turn on vacuum for improved filter life and reduced maintenance!