Laguna TFlux 5 Dust Collector
Woodshop dust control is handled by a Laguna T|Flux:5 cyclone dust collector. Blast gates on all tools are automatic but we're still working on automatic stop/start; for now, users must manually turn on the dust collector before using a woodworking tool.
Note that the filter self-cleaning feature makes somewhat alarming noises. Flapping/crackling when the motor starts up and shuts down, and periodically during operation, is normal as the actuator bangs the pleats of the cartridge filter.
When emptying the dust bin, also check and empty the pan below the filter cartridge if sawdust is visible in the viewing window.
Resources
- Users Manual
- iVac Pro System Guide
- iVac Pro Tool Plus User Manual
- iVac Blast Gate User Manual
- iVac Switch Instruction Sheet
- iVac MSC Advantage Dust Collector Control Manual
- iVac Tool Advantage Sensor Manual
- iVac System Setup of Single DC and multiple system addresses
iVac System Addresses
Below is a table of the currently set dip switch configurations for all tools and blast gates. Changes to the Tool Address switch must be performed with the "Mode" switch in the OFF Position. Changes to the Tool Address switch with the "Mode" switch in AUTO or ON will be ignored.
| Machine | ID Code | Individual Power or USB Hub | System Address |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powermatic Combo Belt/Disc Sander | 000001 | A | |
| iVac Tool Switch (Daisy Chain Address C to A) | 000010 | A | |
| Laguna Jointer | 000011 | A | |
| Table Saw 2 | 000100 | A | |
| Table Saw 1 ICS51230 | 010111 | C | |
| Powermatic Planer | 000101 | A | |
| Router Table | 000110 | A | |
| Supermax Drum Sander | 000111 | A | |
| IVac DC Switch (Daisy Chain Address C to A) | C | ||
| Grizzly G0569 Bandsaw | 010000 | C | |
| Powermatic Large Belt Sander | 010001 | C | |
| West Bend Edge Belt Sander | 010010 | C | |
| Dust Collector Remote Control | C | ||
| Grizzly G0817 - A01 Blast Gate | D | ||
| Grizzly G0817 (1) | 110010 | Individual | D |
| Grizzly G0817 (2) | 110100 | Individual | D |
iVac Automatic Dust Collector Control
Usage Notes
- The dust collector will automatically turn on and off. It is still the users responsibility to make sure the dust collector is on before using a woodshop tool.
- When turning on a tool when the dust collector is off, please give it a 10 seconds or so for the dust collector to spin up before using the tool.
- When changing the dust bin:
- Please make sure other users are aware and do not use any tools
- Turn the switch on the yellow box on the dust collector to "off" instead of "auto".
- Return the mode to "auto" after the bin has been emptied.
- The control is programmed to remain on for 8 minutes after all tools are shut off. The prevents a lot of starts and stops.
| Mode | LED |
|---|---|
| Standby | LED flases every 4 seconds |
| On | LED on |
| 8 minute off timer | LED flashes 2x or 5x per second |
Implementation
The iVac MSC Advantage Dust Collector Control has a remote which is programmed to control the dust collector. The MSC advantage is programmed to use iVac system address A. When any tool on that system address is turned on or off, the control monitors that and turns the dust collector on or off appropriately.
Since ASMBLY has two different iVac System Addresses, an iVac Pro Control is used to monitor system address C, and trigger a tool sensor on system address A. The iVac Tool Advantage Sensor has a trigger input which allows this. Refer to IVac_System_setup_of_Single_DC_and_multiple_system_addresses.pdf for an example. This allows the iVac MSC Advantage to monitor both system address A and B.
The daisy chain setup is plugged in high above the router table.
Troubleshooting Automatic Control
- If a tool is not triggering the dust collector, verify the tool sensor is working correctly.
- verify iVac MSC is set to "auto"
- verify tool sensor is set to "auto"
- verify tool sensor LED is lit when the tool is turned on
- If the tool is on system address C, verify iVac switch above router table is activated when the tool is turned on
- There should be a blue led you can see when it is activated
- This iVac switch should be set to auto
- The tool sensor it is connected to should be set to "off-ext"
- Try turning all tools off, turn automatic control to off, then back to auto.
- If the dust collector is not turning off
- verify iVac MSC is set to "auto"
- Check iVac MSC LED, if light steadily, it thinks a tool is on
- Verify nothing sneaky a turned on, examples:
- South Bend sander master power enabled, but belt not running
- Drum Sander belt running
- A tool sensor set to "on" instead of "auto"
- Check iVac MSC LED, if blinking at 4x per second, DC should shut off within 8 minutes
- Try turning all tools off, turn automatic control to off, then back to auto.
Maintenance
This tool is owned by Asmbly Makerspace for the use of its members. Please submit a problem report if maintenance is required.
