Band Saw Adapter to 4" Vac

[bainin]

I have always been annoyed that my 4" dust collector tube requires reduction to 2" for the Shopsmith Accessories. Not that i think this is limiting
the dust collection, but I didn't like needing 4" to 2" adaption .

I figured I'd start with the easy one and convert the bandsaw adapter to 4" . My kid recently upgraded his 3D printing capabilities and I took advantage.

Heres the new adapter compared to the existing 2" port opening. Printing has come a long way..adapter is solid and a nice texture has been added.
He will be adjusting the screw holes and added a slightly smaller diameter to the hose mounting section.

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Sketch of how big the adapter will be..i chose to use at least one of the existing screw holes from the 2" .

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Mounting outside

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Mounting inside

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Hookup

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Full View- my old 4" to 2" adapter is sitting on the bandsaw table.

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I haven't had time yet to run the saw and see if collection is improved/reduced or no change.
Will report back once I have tried.

b