
Update 2-16-24: I recommend using gorilla glue clear polyurethane glue to attach the TPU gasket to the main collector. Other glue types don't really like to stick to both PLA/ABS and TPU.Â
update 11-17-23: I have added an adapter to make the dust collector fit a smaller 1 - 1/4 " dust hose and added a picture that lists the diameters of the different locations in the collector for everyone to get a better fit.Â
Instead of spending $50+ on an Air Tip from Milwaukee that leaves dust shadows on the wall, I decided to make my own flat-surface (Horizontal and Vertical) suctioning dust collector that can be printed without support using PLA/ABS for the main body and a TPU gasket to glue in place. Â
I designed it to fit vacuum hoses with an 1-1/2 OD, 1-7/8" OD, and 2.25" OD (for my craftsman shop vac) but an adapter could easily be made to fit any hose dimension (2.5", 4", etc.)Â
I would recommend printing it with 5-10% infill to keep the weight down. With a 5% infill it weighs the same as the Air tip (~0.7 lbs) and suctions really tightly to cast concrete, plywood, and drywall. The top of the collector and base should be face down on the bed as shown in the pictures. I divided the collector and base into two pieces to accommodate smaller print beds but I recommend printing it in one piece for ease if you can fit it on your bed. I fit the whole thing easily on my Bambu X1. Â Â
The TPU gasket should be printed with a 5-10% infill to allow it to be spongy enough to flex and fit to different wall textures. 3 small ridges have been added to allow it to get even more suction to the wall. Â The TPU gasket should be printed with rectilinear infill with the flat side down towards the print bed. I have included a screenshot of my bambu settings for the TPU.Â
3D Print Dust Collector "AirTip" 1-1/2 in. - 2-1/4 in. Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum Attachment
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