PSI Woodworking DLHOODC2 Clear Wood Lathe Dust Hood With Magnetic Mounting Clamp

Title: PSI Woodworking DLHOODC2 Clear Wood Lathe Dust Hood With Magnetic Mounting Clamp - Convenient Dust Collection Solution The PSI Woodworking DLHOODC2 Clear Wood Lathe Dust Hood is a convenient solution for collecting dust while using a wood lathe. The hood features a magnetic mounting clamp, making it easy to attach to the lathe. Assembly is simple, and the brackets are strong, ensuring stability during operation. The hood itself is lightweight yet robust, with users reporting no issues with its strength. It comes with a 4-inch dust port on the back for connecting to a dust collector, and users have successfully used both 2-inch and 4-inch hoses with it. However, it is worth noting that for the hood to be effective, a dust collector with a high CFM (cubic feet per minute) is recommended. Customer reviews indicate that the dust hood does a good job of capturing dust, with many users reporting that it catches between 60% to 70% of the dust generated during woodturning. It helps prevent shavings and sanding dust from spreading all over the work area. While the magnets on the mounting clamp are strong, some users have found that they may not support the weight of a 4-inch hose. However, this issue can be easily addressed by using zip ties or other methods to relieve the weight. The hood can be mounted to the side of the lathe, ensuring that it stays out of the way during work and does not take up valuable bed space. One user noted that the hood is more effective for smaller workpieces, and may not be as useful for larger pieces like bowls over 5 inches in diameter. Additionally, it's important to note that the hood may not fit all lathe models, as some users have found that it does not work with larger lathes like the Grizzly G0766. In summary, the PSI Woodworking DLHOODC2 Clear Wood Lathe Dust Hood with Magnetic Mounting Clamp offers a convenient and effective dust collection solution for wood lathe users. Its lightweight design, strong brackets, and magnetic mounting clamp make it easy to install and use. While there are some limitations with larger workpieces and certain lathe models, overall, it provides good dust containment during woodturning operations.