XCKM010000-VOR

Oneida Vortex DCS Portable 17 Gal. HEPA Floor Sanding Dust Containment System w/ Sander Retrofit Handle

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Tests 15x cleaner than traditional cloth bag systems, leaving floors clean and saving you valuable time and money! Eliminates the need for plastic sheeting, messy dust bags, and larger trailer vacuum systems. Patented Vortex sander cyclone improves suction at the sander, allowing for up to 100 feet of 2" dia. hose. Includes 120V full-unit HEPA Dust Cobra® vacuum and DCS retrofit handle compatible with popular floor sanders by Bona, Clarke, Hummel, K&T, Pallmann, and more.

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Overview

The World's Cleanest Floor Sanding Dust Containment System

The patented Oneida Vortex® DCS is the pinnacle of portable dust containment technology. It easily installs onto nearly any make/model floor sander, converting it into a truly dust-free machine that tests 15x cleaner than traditional cloth bag systems. The unique design of the Vortex eliminates the need for plastic sheeting and vacuuming after sanding is done, saving you valuable time and money and leaving your customers more satisfied than ever!

By equipping yourself with the Vortex DCS, you'll secure the fast growing customer demand for floor sanders, and you can even charge a premium for your services. If you're not dust-free, your competition certainly will be!

Learn Why You Need Dust Containment

Benefits & Features:

15x cleaner than traditional cloth bag systems.
Patented Vortex sander cyclone relieves air pressure, allowing for up to 100ft of vacuum hose (50ft included).
Dual cyclonic system virtually eliminates filter clogging and suction loss.
Retrofits to nearly any make/model floor sander including Bona, Clarke, Galaxy, Lagler, Pallmann, etc.
Full-unit HEPA vacuum operates on convenient 120V power.
Can support dust collection from two floor refinishing tools at once*.
Internal vacuum pulse filter cleaner removes dust clogs in seconds.
17-gallon dust bin equipped with sealable liner bag and automatic fill level indicator.
Compact, portable, and lightweight design removes the need for large, expensive trailers.
Owners receive FREE listing in our dust-free contractor directory.

* If connected to two floor sanders simultaneously, each sander must be equipped with a Vortex sander cyclone. Additional hose and hose splitter sold separately.

Comparison of Airborne Dust Levels Generated by Floor Sanding Dust Containment Systems

The Vortex DCS is 3rd party certified to be over 100x cleaner than traditional cloth bag sanding systems — Source: Syracuse University’s Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering Department Testing Lab – 2017

Watch the Vortex's amazing performance on Operation Build's home renovation TV show

Our friends at City Floor Supply give a detailed overview on the Oneida Vortex DCS

The original Vortex system makes a special appearance on This Old House

Why you should never use cloth bag dust containment

Where traditional dust containment falls short

Why the Vortex DCS excels above all others.

Compatible With Most Popular Floor Sanders

Unlike competitive dust containment systems, the Vortex DCS doesn't require messy, cloth bags or large, expensive trailers. Dust is captured at the source and safely contained up to 100' away using an industrial 17-gallon vacuum. The vacuum is accompanied by our patented retrofit cyclone that mounts conveniently to the floor sander.

Compact and lightweight design simplifies storage and transport.
Attaches quickly and easily onto the sander's dust exhaust pipe / DCS retrofit handle.
Cyclone rotates 270 degrees to always provide the best possible floor view.
Relieves 75% of air pressure from the sander's blower, improving total suction performance.
Releases breathable air through a serviceable / replaceable HEPA-grade media filter.

Dual Vortex Equipped Floor Sanders

Vortex Equipped Sander and Buffer

Dual Buffers

Buffer and Edger

Dual Edgers

Use Multiple Floor Tools Simultaneously

The Vortex's sander cyclone allows for two tools to be connected simultaneously (additional hose and splitter required). These configurations are perfect for contractors who want to have the edger in operation right after the sander has finished, or for workers looking to double their sanding/buffing capacity.

If used with multiple floor sanders, each sander must have a cyclone installed on it in order to relieve air pressure from the sander's built in blower motor. The cyclone can be purchased as a standalone product (see item #VSKCSZ000B) along with additional retrofit handles.

Dust Cobra Vacuum Filter — Pulse Bar and Inlet Lever in use

Integrated Pulse Filter Cleaner

There are few tasks worse than dealing with a clogged vacuum filter; cleaning them can be messy, time consuming, and it's often the only way to restore suction. Now you can clean your filter without disassembling or turning off the vacuum!

With our patented Rapid Pulse Filter Cleaner™, you never have to worry about downtime or dust clouds while cleaning your filter! A few quick taps on the pulse bar temporarily reverses the vacuum's airflow, blowing dust off of the filter and safely into the drum below.

Many dust collectors use a mechanical paddle arrangement that strikes the filter pleats. This quickly creates wear points on the filter, resulting in reduced filtration and compromised efficiency. The Dust Cobra's unique pulse technology protects the filter's microfibers, keeping the filter at maximum efficiency for longer and reducing the need for replacements!

Pulse Cleaner Features:

Removes clogs from the filter in seconds.
Works while the vacuum is in operation.
Minimizes worker's exposure to harmful wood dust.
Manual operation puts you in control of your system.

Dust Cobra Full-Unit HEPA Certification — IES RP-CC002.3 and IES-RP-CC0034.3

Full-Unit Certified HEPA Dust Extractor

In the home renovation and professional contracting industry, there's no substitute for full-unit HEPA certification. That's why the Vortex's vacuum includes a printed certificate to document that the unit has been independently tested and certified to strict EPA guidelines, protecting you from expensive fines! With this certification you can work comfortably with the knowledge that your vacuum system is fully sealed to eliminate leakage, protecting the work environment and those within it.

Filter Features:

HEPA-grade media filter with an E12 minimum efficiency rating.
Meets and exceeds all EPA RRP requirements for contractors - including lead!
Requires zero pre-loading and works at peak efficiency right out of the box.
The filters' wide-spaced pleating and non-stick coating facilitates quick and easy maintenance.

Dust Sentry alerts based on custom adjustable fill level

Automatic Dust Bin Level Sensor

Oneida Air Systems' patented Dust Sentry™ takes the guesswork out of using your vacuum! This adjustable optical sensor detects when the drum has been filled to a pre-set level and flashes a high visibility strobe light to alert you when it's time to empty.

Capable of detecting nearly any type of wet/dry material, the Dust Sentry will significantly streamline your workflow and put you back in control of how long you can keep working.

The Dust Cobra's bag hold down system in effect — See item #VAB251555 for replacement bags.

17-Gallon Steel Drum with Automatic Bag Holder

The Vortex vacuum features a 17-gallon capacity waste container. It's intended for contractors and other professionals who need the freedom to work without worrying about constantly emptying their vacuum.

Waste disposal is made fast and simple thanks to the vacuum's automatic bag holder system that uses vacuum pressure to keep plastic bags open inside the drum. When you know the drum is full (thanks to the built-in bin level sensor), simply remove the lid, tie off the bag, and lift it out!

Supports Up To 100 Feet of 2" Diameter Hose

The Vortex vacuum can be positioned up to 100ft away from the floor sander, outside or in the garage, safely containing the dust and freeing up floorspace! 50ft of crush-resistant, static bonded hose is included with the system and can be coiled in the drum for storage and transport.

Additional hose lengths and splitters are also available for contractors with multiple flooring tools running simultaneously.

Specifications

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SKU	XCKM010000-VOR
Horsepower	1 hp
Voltage	110-120V
Recommended Breaker Size	15A
Amperage (Typical)	15.5A
Motor FLA	15.5
Phase Option	Single-Phase (Pre-Wired)
Frequency	60Hz
Power Connector Type	NEMA 5-15
Power Cord Length	20 feet
Real CFM Rating	245 Actual CFM at 23" S.P.
Maximum Suction	70" WC
Noise Level	73 dBA @ 10 ft
Motor Speed Type	Fixed
Cyclonic Separation Efficiency	Removes over 99% of fine wood dusts
Filter Type	CleanStream HEPA
Filtration Efficiency	99.97% @ 0.3 microns
Waste Capacity	17 Gallons
Remote Control	Sold Separately
Remote Control Part #	Item #ARS115200
Primary Build Materials	Static Dissipative Polyethylene
Welding	N/A
Static Resistance Rating	Static Dissipative
Inlet Size	2-1/4" ID 2-1/2" OD
Width	25.5"
Depth	25.5"
Height	64.5"
Height to Center of Inlet	42.125"
Actual Weight	111
Contents	Industrial Cyclonic HEPA Vacuum, Internal Pulse Filter Cleaner, Sander Cyclone Separator, Bin Level Indicator, Retrofit Sander Handle, Drum, Drum Dolly, 5x Liner Bags, Automatic Bag Holder System, Hose, 2x Hose Clamps, Hardware
Manufacturer	Oneida Air Systems
Manufacturer Statement	Assembled in the USA from U.S. and North American Components
Warranty Information	1 Year Limited Warranty
Certifications	Complete Assembly cETLus Certified for Indoor Use
Proposition 65	WARNING: This product may expose you to chemicals, including Carbon Black (airborne, unbound particles of respirable size), which is known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or reproductive harm.

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FAQ

What's wrong with using a standard dust bag floor sanding system?

Bag systems fill quickly, clog quickly, and are extremely dusty. The more you sand the worse your air flow. After about 10 minutes of sanding, there is usually a drop in suction due to restricted air flow, which means leaving behind more material on the floor and in the air. Additionally, more dust on the floor means more work for your sander, meaning your abrasives wear away quicker.

Can I use the Vortex cyclone if my sander doesn't have a dust pipe?

Yes. Oneida Air Systems offer a variety of retrofit handles that can convert older floor sanders to be compatible with our Vortex cyclone separator and dust collection hoses.

How often should I clean the dust collector's cartridge filter?

This can vary widely depending on how often your dust collector is used and what kind of dusts it's exposed to but you should typically clean it only once you've noticed a considerable drop in suction performance. In our experience this can be around once per year, but with heavy amounts of sanding it could be as often as once per month. A meter such as our Filter Efficiency Gauge can also be used to monitor pressure buildup and inform you when the filter needs to be cleaned.

I hear a loud bang/pop from the dust bin when I turn the system on, is this normal?

If the drum of your system is empty, you may hear a loud noise as the metal flexes from the suction pressure created when turning the system on. This sound will stop when material is within the drum and is to be expected.

If they have the same horsepower, what's the difference between the 110V and 220V models?

In general, the 220V model will have lower running amperage than the 110V, which can be an advantage for operators using multiple tools on the same breaker. There is no difference in airflow performance between different voltage variations of the system. You should purchase the unit that best matches the power requirements of your shop. Please note that the NEMA plug type will differ between units. Refer to the Specifications tab for more information.

What dust can be collected with your collector?

Oneida Air Systems' dust collectors are designed and tested for wood and wood dust. They can and have been used effectively for various other debris, including drywall dust, paper dust, agricultural dust, and metal chips. Please note that some common materials when cut, ground or processed by machinery may become highly toxic, flammable, or deflagrable and explosive. Customers must ensure that their particular use of a dust collection system is in accordance with national, state, local, NFPA, OSHA and all other applicable codes.

Can this be used for wet applications as well?

No. This system is designed for use collecting dry materials only.

Is it normal for my dust collector to run hot?

Yes. All motors generate heat, which is why it is essential to have proper ventilation around the motor for cooling.

Why does the bin level indicator flash when the bin is empty?

Because the Dust Sentry works via an adjustable infrared sensor, it can sometimes show false positives with an empty container because of the reflective surface at the bottom of the steel drum. This issue will go away soon after the system is used; once the bottom of the drum has sawdust on it, the Dust Sentry should no longer give a false positive. It can also be resolved by painting/coloring the inside bottom of the drum so that it is no longer reflective enough to affect the sensor.

How do I adjust the bin level sensor?

Adjust the detection of the dust level of the infrared sensor by rotating the Level Set Screw. Turning it towards the plus sign (+) will lengthen the range of the sensor; turning it towards the minus sign (-) will shorten the sensor’s range. DO NOT force the level set screw.

What's the recommended range I should set the bin level sensor at?

We recommend that the sensor be set to alert at a distance of 4-6". To test the range, place your hand in front of the sensor, while the Dust Sentry is plugged in, to represent the dust drum filling up.

Can I lengthen the Bin Level Sensor power cord?

The 8' power cord can be extended to any length using wire of the same gauge or higher.

Can Dust Sentry Panel be mounted outside in weather?

No, there is electrical components inside and if it got wet there is a potential it would short circuit.