OX CNC Router Shoe - Dust Collector

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This is a dust collector shoe designed for my OX CNC router. It complements the Spindle Clamp project I previously released on thingiverse, specifically https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2353477. The current version is tailored for a 32mm vacuum pipe. As seen in the images, the bristles are removed from an inexpensive broom obtained from a hardware store and then hot-glued into position. A sharp blade is used to clean the surface after which the two parts of the assembly, Shoe top and Brush Holder, are screwed together. To create different length shoes, print multiple Brush Holder components. This design also makes it easy to replace the bristles when they become worn out. The Dust Collecting Shoe can be easily attached and detached using 2 * 10mm neodymium magnets that are glued in place. A screw is tensioned onto the vacuum tube for added stability. Feel free to share your experiences with this project, especially if you have built it. Please post images or comments below. If you've built something inspired by this project, I'd love to hear about it and see your creation. Your feedback will help me improve the design.