Cyclone dust collector - low profile

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I have successfully modified this cyclone device, THINGIVERSE 1447214, to suit my CNC machine's requirements. To create connections for standard 2.25-inch vacuum hoses and a small capture container with a wide mouth, I made a few adjustments. The cyclone was printed from PLA with 6 layers and 30% infill, but I believe it is over-engineered and 5 layers with 20% infill would be sufficient. The remaining parts were printed at 20% and 5 layers. The PLA material produces nice threads, but they require some adjustment to fit together smoothly. The mason jar was a remix from CANNING JAR LIDS - THINGIVERSE 19105. I chose canning jars because they are widely available in grocery stores and come in durable clear plastic. My version uses peanut butter jars instead. To ensure flexibility, I created an adaptor for small and large jars, allowing you to choose the size that best suits your needs. One notable feature of this cyclone is its ability to detach at the base, which proves to be a significant advantage. However, it requires a hanger to secure it in place. The hanger was printed from PETG with 5 layers and 20% infill. The vacuum part took an impressive 70 hours to print and required supports during the printing process. In comparison, the cyclone part took 30 hours, the hanger 20 hours, and the jar adaptor just 6 hours to print. Despite the lengthy print time, I believe it was well worth the effort.