Roland MDX-15 dust collection system

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Removes cuttings from the work surface, collect them in the back. This moves the cuttings by both blowing from the front and pulling air from the back. The dust case has a drop so cuttings go down and air goes up. The blower needs a minimal filter. Some of the parts are over in Roland MDX-20 dust collection system... Thing 794424 There is a bonus part. The power supply bracket. Helps manage the wiring. Instructions obtain: 1) blower https://www.sparkfun.com/products/11270 2) birch plywood 3) 1.125" hose http://www.homedepot.com/p/Watts-1-1-8-in-I-D-x-6-ft-PVC-Bilge-and-Pump-Hose-HSBBO6/204407907 4) 12 Volt supply. 3D print the hose adaptors laser cut the box and cover. Assemble the box and glue. Do not glue cover, it is a friction fit. counter sink the screw holes for the blower mount the blower to the box with Qty 3 #8-32 x 1-1/2 in or longer flat-head machine screws and nuts or button head and wood inserts. Use the "rolandfanback.dxf" as a way to attach a filter. Mount the box to the Roland with the Qty 2 screws on the back plate. Assemble the blower adaptor, hose and diverter for the hose assembly. Wire the blower to a 12 supply. more info here http://wiki.makeitlabs.com/projects/roland-mill-upgrade