I always grind and plasma cut outside to keep the dust and fumes out if the garage. Problem is it sucks in the winter so i decided to try and build a downdraft table. I had most of the metal needed except for the .080" aluminum for the sides and some small angle......that i got from work. I used a furnace blower motor. I added a drawer at the bottom and a backsplash. The slats are replaceable. Works well.
What welding projects are you working on? Are you proud of something you built?
How about posting some pics so other welders can get some ideas?
How about posting some pics so other welders can get some ideas?
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Turned out nice. That is one hell of a fan/suction device.
A student now but really want to weld everyday. Want to learn everything about everything. Want to become a knower of all and master of none.
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Looks great!rahtreelimbs wrote:I always grind and plasma cut outside to keep the dust and fumes out if the garage. Problem is it sucks in the winter so i decided to try and build a downdraft table. I had most of the metal needed except for the .080" aluminum for the sides and some small angle......that i got from work. I used a furnace blower motor. I added a drawer at the bottom and a backsplash. The slats are replaceable. Works well.
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electrode wrote:Looks great and you definitely used a capable blower for the project.
Blower motors from a furnace are pretty easy to get. A phone call to a friend eho knew someone in HVAC got me 2 of them for free. It's usually the heat exchanger that goes before the motor.
I know. That's why I like them and use them too. I have one on my exhaust fan on my welding table and one of my exhaust fan on my powder coat spray booth. Cheap or FREE.rahtreelimbs wrote:electrode wrote:Looks great and you definitely used a capable blower for the project.
Blower motors from a furnace are pretty easy to get. A phone call to a friend eho knew someone in HVAC got me 2 of them for free. It's usually the heat exchanger that goes before the motor.
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