I think I did it. Or at least got as close as I'm willing to get. Turns out solving dust collection on a sliding miter saw represents catching a unicorn in the woodworking world.
There are so many variables at play that forming a solution that also allows you to use the saw - while still being effective - is very challenging. Through an iterative process I have arrived at 2 promising solutions to try. I designed and 3D printed a solution for each and tested the final versions.
The results were surprising (though not in the same disappointing way that the first go around was). The travelling chute turned out to be the winner and oddly enough was also the simplest. Funny how things work out sometimes...
Chris Harpster (Benchtop Woodworking) Delta Cruzer Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ek1-_-5sP5w&t=233s
Learn Fusion 360! Product Design Online Academy - https://academy.productdesignonline.com/?ref=70d192
Links to Cool Products (affiliate links help sponsor the content!):
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Ridgid 4251 Dual Bevel Sliding Miter Saw - https://homedepot.sjv.io/e45oag
Diablo 80T Fine Finish Blade - https://homedepot.sjv.io/e45oag
Vacuum Brush (1m x 70mm) Strip - https://amzn.to/38ObrZ6
Fastcap Zero Clearance Tape - https://amzn.to/3uXGkm0
Contour Gauge Set (2 pcs) - https://amzn.to/3jWT9Xr
Vacmaster "Beast" Compact 5hp Shop Vacuum - https://amzn.to/3v07BEk
Dust Right Dust Separator - https://amzn.to/3v0DrBc
iVac Pro Dust Collection Switch - https://amzn.to/3vzy76y
Digital Calipers - https://amzn.to/3olu4s0
Pentel Mechanical Pencils - https://amzn.to/3CEoK7x
Machinist Square (3-pack) - https://amzn.to/3kF551G
Incra T-Rule (6-inch) - https://amzn.to/3A42AeN
Woodpeckers T-Squares - https://bit.ly/3x7BXDF
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