Re: Small cyclone separator bins

On Mon, 25 Nov 2024 23:14:18 -0000 (UTC), <bp@www.zefox.net> wrote:

bp@www.zefox.net wrote:

 
I've ordered a screw-top 3.5 gallon bucket from Amazon, now on
its way from Indiana. Should be here early next week. That's a bit
larger than I wanted but seems a close-enough match to needs for an
experiment. The key will be the quality of the lid and its seal to
the bucket.  

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The bucket is rather impressive. Very stout construction with an elaborate
sealing and locking mechanism. From the closing instructions that came with
it the intent seems to be shipment of hazardous materials under UN/DOT regs.
Both lid and bucket are claimed to be .090" thick, and they feel like it.
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The manufacturer's website is <https://www.mmcontainer.com/>

They are impressive. 

I don't recall what was in the dust being separated, but note that
EPDM gaskets cannot handle any oil.  If that's a problem, replace with
neoprene.

Joe