Features

• 3-speed
• Electrostatic prefilter cleans dust, bacteria, fungi, and pollen from the air
• view all Air-Tech settiRemote control allows you to view all Air-Tech settings in the palm of your hand
• Removes 99% of particles
• Lifetime warranty

Reviews (31)

Top shelf product!
I've been using the JDS 750 for a almost 2 years now and I'm still very happy with it. I added the charcoal filter for days when I'm finishing. The helpful people at JDS told me that to to extend the life of the charcoal filter, keep it in a plastic bag when I'm not using it.

I just purchased a retro-fit kit to add the remote control and shut-off timer features. Originally, I though the remote wouldn't be necessary but after using the unit for a while it seems it would be more convenient to have the remote. Plus the shut-off timer is a great help. I've left my unit on overnight more than once...

The competing Jet and Delta units are also nice. I checked them both out at shows and local stores. I thought the fit and finish of the Delta unit was not quite up to par with either the JDS or Jet units. This could certainly have more to do with how the Delta units I have seen were handled by resellers rather than anything to do with Delta. I own many Delta products and they are a fine company so I suppose you'll have to use your own judgement on this point.

Customer service from JDS is great. They happily answered all of my questions any time I called.

All three units seem to have similar features but what made my decision was the fact that JDS specializes in this area and their customer service is excellent.

High Quality, Great Value
I locally purchased the Delta Air Cleaner prior to this unit based on price. Once getting it home I realized that I had given up many features to save a few dollars. I returned the Delta and got this unit, it was worth it!

The JDS quality of build is far above the Delta. Heavier gage case and better attention to detail in manufacture. The eloctrostatic air filter is a real value (since it is the outer filter that needs the most frequent replacing/cleaning), and the infinitely variable speed adjustment and pull switch all make this unit well worth the little extra money. The pull switch will half whatever setting you have as high on the variable speed adjustment (each pull is - high, mid, off).

I have reviewed the Jet product as well (only in literature, not hands on) and feel that the JDS is still a better unit. The Jet has the remote control feature which sounds good at first. I have a stereo in my shop that has a remote, never use it. It's never in a convenient place relative to me or I can't find it! I feel the remote for the air cleaner would be the same, and I feel it's just one more gizmo to break or get lost. The air cleaner goes on and off only once a day, no big deal.

It would be nice if the JDS had a timer as does the Jet, but it's an easy addition if I find it necessary.

The JDS says lifetime warranty, that's on the case only, the motor is 1 year. Not sure about the other brands.

One more little thing. I've worked to create a nice atmosphere in my shop and I really dislike products that are sticker laden billboards for the manufacturer. I felt the Delta was an eyesore hanging from my ceiling and the Jet looks to be the same from the pictures. The JDS is subdued and professional looking, a small thing indeed, but perhaps something to consider if you dislike visually obtrusive logoism.

I would buy this unit again and highly recommend it as a necessary safety item in any dust laden environment.

High Quality control, very satisfied
I ordered the JDS before Frank Weston posted his report, I was a bit alarmed after reading the report. I did get the JDS the next day. I found that the machine included all the parts, and it did run very smoothly. It had a slight dent on one corner, this is from shipping damage (as the box is crumpled on one corner), but this is not very obvious when it is installed. I am very happy with the air cleaner, the speed control lets you go from almost silent to a loud rush of air. I leave it on the middle setting, at this speed it is quiet, and moves quite a bit of air. It was difficult to mount on the ceiling due to the weight of the unit (75 lbs) and size. I would suggest that you have someone help you install it. It took about 20 minutes to install. I hung it from the rafters with chain, using the included hardware and chain purchased elsewhere. The mounting hardware included: 4 eye bolts to connect to the unit, and 4 screws/hooks to mount to the ceiling. You can fine tune the eye bolts that connect to the unit, this helps out with leveling. I would suggest that the person with the poor experience call up JDS, it seems like he may have a used/returned unit. I spoke to friends that have the same unit, and none have had any problems whatsoever.

Shipped Short
The air cleaner works superbly. It is a 5-star unit, and the remote and extended run time with auto shutoff are great. It is quiet and really does get the dust out. I highly recommend it. Be careful hanging it if you are doing it by yourself.

Orginally it was shipped without the electrostatic air filter that was supposed to come with it. Also, it came with no instructions - but not hard to figure out. I thought - and still do - that it was inordinately difficult to contact Amazon about this type of problem on the website. (Lots of "let us direct you to returns/additional orders/cancellations," etc., but the "problem with order button, NOT involving a return, cancellation, re-order" took some searching. Note: It is about 3 "layers" down.) BUT - after considerable searching, I did manage to get someone to answer my complaint - and they did it promptly. (5 stars for the service/3 1/2 stars for QC on the orginal order and for the difficults in reporting the problem.)

Amazon sent me an activated charcoal filter free of charge. That is excellent service, and I appreciate it (five stars). I will purchase the electrostatic filter now for the complete set and break even. Anyway - Thanks Amazon. Now modify your website to be more user-friendly for reporting any shortages/damages, etc., and your service will be OUTSTANDING.

Really good for a moderate size shop
I installed the JDS 750 about a month ago. I was in the middle of a major cleanup of the shop that raised a lot of dust, so when I went to dinner, I let the JDS run for an hour and when I returned, the air in the shop SMELLED CLEAN! I have pretty good ventillation, but this was a very major improvement.

The remote control with auto shutoff timer is great, and its very nice that they include a wall mount bracket for the remote so it doesnt get lost in the normal shop clutter. I had looked at other air cleaners before and was not thrilled with having to install an new wall switch and wiring to control the cleaner.

The unit is pretty large, so make sure you have room for it. Its heavy, so was a bit of a challenge to get it up to the ceiling mount I made for it.

The only reason I dont give it 5 stars is that it is noisier than I would like on its low speed. Its not loud, but I wish it had the low speed so it was quieter. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

This is the perfect dust collection system for the home woodworker. It packs a powerful 1-horsepower motor and moves a maximum of 650 cubic feet of air every minute. Top and bottom collection bags mean you score a hefty 2.6 cubic feet of chip/dust capacity. When we ran this system, we were impressed by how quiet it is--a great advantage for the home woodworker. The 4-inch hose fits standard dust and chip chutes on tools like your jointer, table saw, and planer--the big names in sawdust manufacturing! The AP400 is a great choice for the average home woodworking shop because it's mounted on such a small footprint--just 14 inches wide and 27 inches long--and it sits on four easy-glide wheels to move the system from one tool to another or into the corner for storage. Great power, great price. --Kris Jensen-Van Heste ... Read more

Features

• 1-horsepower TEFC induction motor with cooling fins delivers 650 cubic feet per minute of airflow--ideal for use with a single machine
• Curved steel impeller for durability and maximum airflow
• Sturdy steel base with casters for mobility
• 30-micron filtration bags are standard equipment

Reviews (8)

Great collector, but shop around before you buy
Nice unit, I've always been happy with delta products. BUT, The shipment took OVER 1 MONTH with no explanation. This is the second big tool that I've purchased from Amazon.com and the last. Unacceptable

Very good Dust Collector (after modification)
Have had the AP400 for a couple of months now and have had the same broblem with clogging on the planer as another reviewer, shavings getting hung up on the little cross bars at the inlet. I solved the problem with a slight modification (it involved metal snips) and it now works fine with no clogging! I have it connected with overhead pipe system (standard old galvinized vent pipe from my local home center) with T's coming off to four different machines with blast gates on each T to allow one at a time to be used. Works great you don't have to keep fooling with the large hose moving from one machine to another, just close and open blast gates as needed. When not in use I can disconnect the hoses that run from the blast gates at the T's down to each machine and roll all the equipment out of the way (I am set up in my garage works great.

Great dust collector
Just got the AP400 and it had no problems when connected to my Delta 12.5" planer. I was planing 1X8 kiln dried cedar and I had no clogging problems at all. I used it extensively on my table saw and the dust fog I had been living with when ripping was no longer there. I would highly recommend this collector to anyone who has a small shop and wants to connect one machine at a time.

Packageing
I machine so far works well, however I got a scare when I opend the box and everything was covered in a white powder. I got scared and called the Sheriff with what is going on in the world today.
Well come to find out it was what they put in the box to control moisture, they put a package containing lime. And the package got punctured somehow,I had never heard of that before I have always seen silicon gel used for that purpose. I suggest they use something else.

Clogging issues with planers
Out of the box, the unit would clod very quickly when attached to a planer taking 1/16 of a 4" board (something a 650 CFM dust collector should not have a problem with). The problem is caused by a crossbar in the 4" inlet which appears to have been added to prevent someone from sticking there hand up into the impellers. Longer shavings from the planer get caught on the bar and then in turn help catch later pieces. I could probably be sued for suggesting people fix the problem the way that I did, so instead I would suggest the slightly more pricy JET which does not have a crossbar. Another reviewer went up in size instead and I think that is probably overkill for most small, single operator, shops. ... Read more

Features

• Patented dirty filter indicator
• 1,300 CFM, 850 CFm, 650 CFM
• 1 micron inner filter electrostatic outer filter
• Remote control 3-speed motor and delay shut-off

Reviews (10)

Poor Amazon return policy
While I believe the Delta 50-875 air cleaner to be a good product, it is a shame that I can't say the same for Amazon.com. I purchased the air cleaner and it arrived with a broken control panel due to shipping damage. I e-mailed amazon and requested that I be able to return the unit for an exchange. I received the return shipping label and UPS came and got the damaged unit. I thought everything was going very smoothly - so far I would have rated Amazon a 5 star type of company. It is a shame that after this they turned into a 1 star company.

first I received no notice of the unit being received or a refund or notice of a new unit shipping. Complete silence. In case you haven't noticed, there is no telephone number to contact a person to ask any questions. I e-mailed the questions and after 2 days returned a simple answer that my credit card had received a refund - no unit would be shipped. If I wanted another one, then I could order one. I checked my credit card and found out that they had refunded me but had deducted 9.99 for return shipping. Another e-mail to ask questions and 3 more days to have them explain that we will deduct the cost
of return shipping from your refund, unless the return is a result of our error. Therefore, $9.99 was deducted from your refund." I complained and they stated "Due to the circumstances surrounding your order, I have made a one-time exception to our standard policy".

It has been 2 months and I now have my refund - but I don't have my air cleaner. I get to start the process over again..

I am very disappointed with Amazon's actions after damage due to shipping damage.

Very pleased with the Delta
I bought two Delta 50-875 air purifiers and have been very pleased with both units. They arrived without damage (in contrast to comments made in other reviews posted here) and they both work great. I did a lot of research on Delta v. Jet or JDS before buying the Delta units. I find the Delta to be quiet and also clears the air in both my basement application and in a separate workshop installation. I do a lot of work with MDF. The electro-static filter allows me to clean the pre-filter (instead of replacing it as on some other brands). All in, I'm very happy with this Delta product.

3 Pocket filter is way too much money to replace
I love the air filter unit, but the 3 pocket filter that captures the 1 micron stuff fills fast (better than in my lungs I know) but it is expensive to replace. The electrostatic filter, if you need one, can be found elsewhere for 15 bucks and not $50 so shop around! My other complaint about the unit is that you have to do some rigging to make it hang from the joists but it can be done. Be careful not to bend up the box when doing so though!

Received just fine
Unlike others, I received mine today in fine shape. The shipping box was in good condition and the unit was in excellent working order.

I share the other reviewer's opinion that the eye hooks should have been on center for standard construction ie; 24"

My only whine is it a bit noisy on high volume and that is a weak complaint at that!

Overall I'm quite satisfied.

Pretty darn good
Delta came close with this one. The fit and finish are great there are only two problems that I can see with this unit. The mounting holes are 18" or 22" depending on which direction you are facing the machine. As most of you know that does not line up with any typical ceiling framing. A little more thought there would have sure saved a lot of work on the part of the end user. The other thing is the remote is probably the cheapest one I have ever seen. I am not sure if it will survive a fall on to the concrete garage floor from the table. Otherwise it operates without vibration and seems to do an excellent job of cleaning the air. Those are the main reasons to buy this one. Lack of convenience is the only reason this unit gets a 4 from me. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

Let's face the ugly truth: you spend half an hour sanding something, and then you sneeze. It's horrifying, isn't it? Just imagine what's in your lungs. Delta Shopmaster has come up with the perfect remedy in the AP200 air cleaner. The 1/8-horsepower motor moves 650 cubic feet of air per minute, trapping sawdust, wallboard dust, and other byproducts in its three-pocket inner filter and its disposable, pleated outer filter. Can't make sense of cfm? Here's another way to look at it: the Shopmaster AP200 will clean and recirculate the air in a 20-by-20-by-8-foot room 16 times in one hour. The 50-pound unit has non-marring rubber feet to protect your surfaces and minimize vibration, and it also comes with eyebolts for ceiling suspension in your shop. We think this would be perfect in a home workshop--and for home remodeling jobs, too, because it's so portable. --Kris Jensen-Van Heste ... Read more

Features

• Non-marring rubber feet protect floor or benchtop surface, and eye-hooks are included for ceiling suspension
• 1/8-horsepower, 1050-rpm 120-volt motor delivers 850 CFM of air cleaning power
• Durable, powder-coated, all-steel construction
• Extra-long 6-foot cord features a convenient in-line on/off rocker swich
• Filtrer system includes a 5-micron disposable pleated outer filter and a 1-micron 3-pocket inner filter

Features

• 12-foot power cord with easy cord storage, toggle switch, and power indicator light
• Super quiet operation by long-life induction motor
• Superior air flow (235 cfm) over large filter area
• Provides 2000 sq. inches of filtration area to capture particles as small as 5 microns
• Durable epoxy-coated steel housing with molded poly end castings

Reviews (7)

Great for small shop
Have this air cleaner in a small basement shop ( ~250 sq. ft) at my summer home where I have a table saw and many portable power tools. Air cleaner works well for that area keeping the dust down. Its very light and portable, so can move it and set on a table near your work. Would have given 5 stars if it had a mechanism to hang from the ceiling. I screwed some hooks to the joists and used some old chain and placed through the handles and that works fine. Glad I purchased this becasue there is noticably less dust in my shop.

Can't review it if I can't get it delivered!
AMAZON asks me ... WHAT COULD WE HAVE DONE BETTER?

The answer is ... SHIP MY ORDER ON TIME!

When my CURRENT order status says estimated delivery of November 24th and it's ACTUALLY December 5th and after TWO phone calls to customer service, I'm told that, not only hasn't my item shipped, but in fact it's, on back order with no ESTIMATED DELIVERY DATE ... as you can see, there's a lot you could have done better!

In point of fact, this is really my own fault for actually being STUPID enough to buy something from AMAZON in the months of November or December. For four consecutive years, AMAZON has given me good service for 10 months a year, but has COMPLETELY fallen apart at the crucial Christmas time.

ALL BUYERS BEWARE! STAY AWAY FROM AMAZON AT CHRISTMAS TIME!

Noise maker No Deal Here
Purchased this item to work in Home to keep dust down, it is Noisy and ONLY has one speed! I kept this item close to 2 by material I was cutting and could not see much or hardly any thing being drawn into the unit while working.......an Hour latter I went back into (small room 8 by 10 BATH )dust had settled every where but inside of unit..........Very disapointed. Figure I lost [my investment.] I have no Idea what I can really use it for..Maybe use it in work sop in addtion to my other Air Cleaner...... I have a JDS unit in My work shop It keeps air clean CONSTANTLY! Maybe I was expectng to much...Best bet put a fan in a window and suck the dust and dirt out MUCH cheaper and works better than this thing!

Not all of what you read
This unit works good. The trouble is that it is 2-stage not 3-stage and does not include the hardware to mount on the ceiling.

Shop-Vac 103-00-00 Portable Shop Air Cleaner -Dust Collector
Scrollsawing leaves a lot of airborne fine dust. This asset is cleaning while I'm cutting. I had used a heavy mask before (scared the grandkids). It would probably be more efficient if I raised it closer to the saw table. AND it's affordable. Glad I finally got one. It's keeping the dust from circulating through the house- the wife loves that. ... Read more

Features

• 5' flame resistant hose
• Fire resistant, Patented, High performance filter combination
• Removes and stores ash safely with 3 gallon ash capacity
• Powerful 6 Amp. Motor, UL listed
• Filters may be cleaned without removing lid

Features

• Limited lifetime warranty
• 880-1250 cfm
• 20 by 24 bby 44 inches
• 1/3 hp
• Will reduce 99% of particles

Amazon.com Review

We know you value your lungs. Thanks to today's extremely efficient air cleaners, like this one from Delta, you don't have to choose between the health of your lungs and your job or your passion for woodworking. Combining two filters--a pleated one that traps particles down to 5 microns, backed up by a three-pocket inner filter that picks up everything to 1 micron--Delta's air filtration system cleans the air in a 20-by-20-by-8-foot room 16 times an hour, moving 850 cfm of air. The fan runs off a 1/8-horsepower motor that nicely balances quietness with efficiency. The filters are easy to switch, too. The air cleaner can hang easily from four built-in eyehooks, or, if you work in a low-ceilinged shop, it can rest on a countertop on rubber feet. (If it's possible, we recommend hanging it.) Not only do you breathe easier with an air filter working,your tools stay cleaner too. --Justin Paul ... Read more

Features

• 850 cubic feet per minute airflow for efficient filtration
• Filters a 20-by-20-by-8-foot room 16 times per hour
• Can be suspended from shop ceiling with included eye bolts
• Includes an electrostatic filter
• Two-year limited warranty on machines, parts, and accessories

Features

• 5' flame resistant hose
• Fire resistant, Patented, High performance filter combination
• Removes and stores ash safely with 3 gallon ash capacity
• Powerful 6 Amp. Motor, with quiet design UL listed
• Filters may be cleaned without removing lid

Features

• Helps remove odors
• Easy access for easy installation
• Helps remove dangerous dust particles from air
• Optional Charcoal filter for JDS models 8-12 and 10-16

Product Description

Air cleaner is powered by a 115 Volt motor. Large 620 CFM air capacity and produces only 60 dB. Comes with 5 speed remote control. Uses 5 Micron filter bag and filters a 20ft. x 20ft. x 8ft. room 10 times every hour. Easy to clean, replaceable filter element. ... Read more

Features

• Converts single speed air-tech models

Amazon.com Review

A good filtration system is as important as any tool in your shop, and the Jet AFS-1000 is a pretty inspired machine. Like other systems on the market, Jet's uses a two-filter process: an outer filter removes particles up to 5 microns in size and an inner, three-pocket filter traps particles as small as 1 micron. The electrostatic outer filter easily withstands three or four washings, and the inner filter can be blown clean easily with compressed air. On the power end, Jet's three-speed, 1/6-horsepower motor filters to 1044 cfm on high speed. The outer filter is well sealed and provides efficient intake. However, what really sets the AFS-1000 apart from most filtration systems is its remote control and timer features. Since these systems are most effective when placed high or hung from the ceiling, being able to control all of the unit's functions via remote control is a feature we quickly decided we wouldn't want to live without. The timer, which can also be set via remote, affords you the option to set it and forget it. --Justin Paul ... Read more

Features

• Comes with an electrostatic filter that is electronically charged to attract many more dust particles than other standard filters
• Filters 98% of all particles 5 microns in size and 85% of all particles 1 micron in size
• Runs quietly
• Includes a remote control for convenience
• Comes complete with eyebolts to either hang the machine from the ceiling or to sit on on a workbench

Reviews (70)

Very effective piece of gear
I second other reviewers' comments about the usual high quality of Jet's fit and finish, design features of the equipment, and its effectiveness. Would like it to be quieter but that's a pretty small beef.

Some feedback for Jet would be to pack it in a heavier box with more substantial foam blocks. UPS did a number on mine that didn't look TOO bad on first inspection, but luckily I plugged the unit in and turned it on before I horsed it up and mounted it on the wall of my shop. Squirrel cage had over half an inch of runout due to bending--probably dropped pretty hard--and the whole unit vibrated. I pulled all the guts out of the housing and straightened the squirrel cage, mounting brackets, etc (found one knurled connector only finger tight). After straightening, vibration stopped and all went fine from there on.

Sideways (wall) mounting was best option in my shop and I was able to do it by myself (the unit's not that heavy but is bulky) by drilling holes for lag screws into studs and slipping 10- or 12-penny nails into the holes as temporary hangers for the unit until I could get some lag screws in.

Cleans well. I like the timer option--fire it off and forget it. This thing moves a lot of air even on low setting and also helps shop air circulation while it's cleaning--a particular benefit when you have a shop with a high ceiling and a considerable temperature differential from bottom to top. Very welcome addition; shop stays cleaner and my children and I aren't breathing as much "stuff" in.

Jet Air Cleaner is Excellent
I received my Jet Air cleaner in excellent condition. Unit is very quiet and has many advantages over other brands. It has a variety of mounting options (suspended from ceiling, tight against ceiling, or portable with the built in handles.) Three speed motor with remote control is nice when unit is mounted to the ceiling. timer feature is great when I want the unit to turn off automatically 2, 4, or 8 hours after I leave the shop. Standard sized filter means I don't have to pay inflated prices for replacement filters. Overall, a great product with lots of nice features and a great price. An air cleaner is an air cleaner. Don't settle for an over priced featureless model that forces you to keep buying their filters.

Keeps air particle free
I have been using this machine for about 3 months now and really like it. I have added a furnace filter to the front which seems to extend the life of the other filters. I blow the filters off outside about once a month. I have also tried vacuming the filters off, but that clogs the vacs filter very quickly.

THe only real complaint I have is you can not set the timer on the machine, you must use the remote. No problem for me right now, but I have a feeling that the dust filter will outlast the remote.

Save your lungs .. Excellent air filteration
Well, This was way bigger than I had expected , so when It arrived I had find a place in garage as my garage is only 7-8 feet tall. Since it is bulky but not heavy, I decided to hang it to ceiling with chain.
Unit was damaged when I opened the box and thought of not returning and waiting to get another one as it was not worth the time.
I cut lot of fine with 80 teeth blade and that creates lot of dust. Also it really helped me while sanding with belt sander.
I loved the remote and also timer feature. I think this is great product and if you want to save your lungs, get this one.
I used to cough after doing 1-2 hours of woodworking but since I installed it, I don't anymore. Thanks to Jet !!..

I guess shipping would have better since unit was damaged on 2 sides.

Overall, excellent buy but make sure you know the size of this unit before you buy ...

What's that in my nose?
(This is a corrected review, Amazon left out the best part 1st time) I've noticed for a long time how much dust my machines would kick up during my moments of inspired creativity. It was fascinating to watch this pixie dust slowly floating through the air, gently landing everywhere like winter's first snowfall. I never thought about these benignly appearing particles, settling on every horizontal surface, were also finding their niche in my nose and lungs. While on a medical site I found an article on nasal tumors and a startling statistic that approx. 50% of patients were past or present woodworkers! Granted these tumors are not common, but the fact that nearly half were woodworkers caught my attention! The lungs yet another matter. (Light bulb turns on!) Hmmmm...maybe air filtration should soon be in the budget?

**My Jet was purchased two years ago and comparisons are to machines then. My conclusion for best choices then under $$$ were the Delta ShopMaster Model AP200, Jet AFS-1000B or JDS 750JER.

NOTE: There is a lot of science behind the field of air filtration and this review in no way covers it all. I am attempting to provide some important basics only, in a confusing (often misleading?) business.

Air filters have an interesting marketing style. Performance is often measured in CFM or Cubic Feet per Minute. These numbers are often not as useful as you might think. There are at least two different CFM measurements used in determining performance, without filters and with (there's also clean/dirty filter CFM, see below). Aptly named unrestricted and restricted, savvy (or deliberately misleading?) companies give high CFMs and fail to give restricted numbers with filters attached. Would you really use your air filtration without its filters?? If you see a company touting 1000+CFM in this class, I'll bet you one of my routers that it's the motor/fan only. Yes, it's cheap marketing but even some of the "big boys" advertise this way. Do your homework carefully! Expect 400-700 CFMs of restricted air with these machines. It's difficult to find comprehensive specs and the following with "??" are areas I could not find corresponding numbers.

CFM: Jet (3 speeds) has unrestricted CFMs of 1044, 702, 556 utilizing a 1/5 hp motor (Reference: manual, date 5/01). Restricted CFMs are approx. 650, 550, 450. The Delta (single speed) gives "Maximum" (unrestricted?) CFM of 850 and restricted CFM of ??, with a 1/8 hp motor. The JDS (3 speeds) has unrestricted CFMs of 1050, ??, ??, with restricted CFMs of 750, ??, 200 utilizing a 1/4 hp motor. American Woodworker, October 2003, pgs 76-83, tried to perform "real world" tests by introducing 80 grams (100micron to less than 1micron size) of particles at 16 gram increment loads (six loads total). Results of clean/dirty filter CFMs: Jet=674/383, Delta=582/402 and JDS=664/514. The second number is a "fully loaded" filter. Average CFMs (mean value of all six loads) were Jet=528, Delta=498, and JDS=589.

Convenience: These units should be hung from the ceiling for maximum efficiency. Jet and JDS come with remote controls and it is VERY convenient if in doubt (The newer Delta 50-875 now has one. Hmmmm...wonder why?). Multi speeds are also nice and again only in the Jet and JDS.

Filter Options: 1. Carbon filter: This feature to me is more hype than useful. It is designed primarily to control odors (and not chemical vapors as some companies might claim) and it does that marginally. Maybe in commercial size units it's useful but our "little machines" are for particulate capture and not much else. Why? For a carbon filter to be truly useful requires a large amount of carbon filtrate. It is measured in lbs, yes that's pounds in the filter industry. To be truly effective you would need a good 10 lbs or more of activated carbon and must be changed every few years regardless of use. No optional filters come close to this weight. If you find one, good luck strapping it to the front of your machine! 2. HEPA filters: Another often misleading point, aimed at allergy sufferers. HEPA, standing for High Efficiency Particulate Air, is a standard for capturing sub-micron particles down to 0.3 micron in size with 99.97% efficiency or greater, but only in a "True HEPA" filter. Anything else including "HEPA filter" carries no guarantee. It must state "True HEPA". 3. Electrostatic filters: I'm not familiar with this type of option, but in higher CFM machines with a lot of air flow I have doubts that a small electrical charge will have as much impact as simply having a high quality filter to begin with.

I bought my unit two years ago, Delta has since produced the 50-875, which I might consider but is priced near the JDS. The five star rating I give the Jet is due to it's being the best value at time of purchase.

Pros:

**Good "restricted" overall performance (fully loaded: poor)
**Three speeds (Reasonably quiet: High at 69dB)
**Timer (2,4 and 8hr)
**Remote (Speed Control, Off/On and Timer)
**Price (approx. a Jackson more than Delta, nearly a Franklin less than JDS!!)
**Solid construction

Cons:

**Small remote, easy to lose (I have magnetic tape on mine. Stick it anywhere!)
**Relatively expensive filter replacements (most brands)
**Heavy and bulky (most brands)
**JDS is made in America with lifetime warranty, unfortunately not so for Jet (or Delta if I'm correct).

Summary: There are better machines under three Franklins now, but for $$ the Jet is STILL a contender. Breathe easier knowing ANY filter machine is better than none, unless you like coughing up wood dough. Birch sandwich anyone? ... Read more

Features

• Filters 450 cubic feet of air per minute
• Extra long 6-foot cord for versatility
• Filter system includes coarse pre-filter, 5-micron inner filter for maximum filtration
• Eye bolts for hanging above workspace
• Includes two-year limited warranty on parts and accessories

Reviews (1)

If you sand a lot, this'll clear the air
I received my unit VERY quickly from Amazon.com. As an artist, I work a great deal with foam & wood. I noticed when the sun rays shown in one day that my air was FILLED with dust particles. So, I splurged and bought this nifty unit for my studio. It has an industrial quality about it and makes a moderate humming noise, but nothing too distracting. One thing I didn't realize is that the unit MUST be kept at least 7 feet off of the floor. I plan to mount it to a ceiling beam in due time. I have other Delta products as well. You can't go wrong with this company. ... Read more

Features

• Measures 20 x 24 x 44 inches
• Delivers up to 1600 CFM of filtered air
• Easy installation and filter changes
• Removes airborne dust
• Powerful 3/4 hp motor

Reviews (1)

Quality and Efficancy are Clear
The woodshop that I have worked in four the past four years is a college woodshop that is large, often used by many students at once, and also has an extensive and powerful central dust collection system. Keeping in mind the difference between this shop and "home" shops, the application of the JDS Air Filter is to collect the fine dust that the central dust collection system missed. This specific application may be different from home shops but the environment is as good as any to rigorously test the JDS system.

The JDS air filtration system is large and heavy and requires at least two people to install. The mounting harware was convienent but in the case of this shop that has exposed floor joists, the eye bolts could be mounted on 16" centers so no bracing is required. If changing filters saturated with dust is an indication that this beast works, then it clearly filters the air. However, the trim that holds the first filter on the unit is a bit flimsy and has only a friction fit. I would suggest sturdier trim and a better way to attach the trim because though it has not happened yet, constant removal of the trim could wear out the fit or bend the trim. Noise is not an issue and the two speeds are nice. I will say that I have cleaned dust off the top of the unit. This, however is probably due to overworking the unit rather than it effectiveness.

All in all, a bit pricy and large but in over five years of use, none of the working parts have failed nor has any maintence been performed save the filter changing. The quality is evident. ... Read more

Amazon.com Review

These days, clean air is a must for any shop. JET's three-speedair filtration system is a great buy for a midsize shop, cycling allthe air in a 40-by-40-by-10-foot room up to 14 times in one hour.Unlike many of the competing products, JET's air cleaner comes with aremote control, allowing you to turn it on and off, or switch from lowto medium to high, from anywhere in your shop. (This is especiallyhandy if you mount your system to an out-of-the-way section of ceiling,where it might not be so easy to reach.) JET's air cleaner also has abuilt-in timer with settings of two, four, and eight hours. You canleave the system on and go to bed and it will turn itself off while yousleep. You'll also be pleased with how quiet this system is. Even whenset on high, the noise is comparable to that of a standard floor fanblowing through a living room. It's really just background white noise,and isn't a distraction at all. The system's three filters--anelectrostatic filter, the eight-bag inner filter, and the diffuserfilter--combine to remove 99 percent of all particles 5 microns in sizeand 85 percent of particles 1 micron in size. The end result is a shopthat's a lot healthier to breathe in, which lets you worry about moreimportant things, such as the woodworking project at hand. --JonGroebner ... Read more

Features

• Filters 99% of all particles, five microns in size and 85% of particles one micron in size
• Uses a convenient standard size outer filter
• Comes with a remote control for convenience
• Designed to be set on a workbench or hung from the ceiling

Features

• Easily accessible through access panel on side of unit
• Needs changing less often than the pre-filter

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Good Quality
The quality is 5 star and once again the unit really does a wonderful job in keeping the airborne dust down. It's so much easier to change filters than ones lungs !

JDS 750JE Pocket Filter Element
Our company purchased and installed the JDS Model 750JE in February 2000. This filter has been running in the grinding room for one year now. The filter element finaly needs to be replaced. This filter has done an execent job of traping air born particles. Our grinding room is 12 x 35 with a 10' ceiling and is used daily. This filter element only required occasional blowing out, and the pre filter washed monthly. We highly recommend this unit to anyone with a dust problem. ... Read more

Features

• Charcoal filter for 750J
• Helps remove odors
• Optional accessory

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Designed to remove smoke, odor, and pollen
At the JDS web site, they list this charcoal filter for the JDS 750, as intended to remove smoke, odor, and pollen from the air. I did not see any mention of using it as a paint fumes remover. It also should not in any way be used as an over spray clearer. I had a body shop for twenty years. We used special explosion proof motors for the wall fans, and one in the ceiling stack for the booth, because the build up of flammable paint over spray can be a fire hazard. Additionally, if over spray got near the JDS 750 air cleaner, it would clog at least the initial filter, and since you couldn't clean it properly, it would be rendered useless. The electrostatic pre-filter that comes with this unit is great for removing airborne dust particles etc. It is super easy to clean. It slides right out of the unit, without having to do any disassembly. I use a standard shop vac, to quickly reverse suck the dust out of it. No waiting for the pre filter to dry. If you have the time, gently washing it is the way to go. With the rigid wire mesh protecting it, using a vacuum doesn't damage it, and it a lot more convenient. Back to the charcoal filter.
If you working with someone who smokes, and doesn't bathe as often as you would like, and has a habit of taking a run through the ragweed before coming into the shop, the charcoal filter is just what the doctor ordered. :-) No seriously, it is great for those three things, eliminating smoke, odor, and pollen. Refinishing is best done in the garage, or a dedicated area, with fumes venting outside. Post filters are nice. No matter what you do, for the first 24 hours, you are going to get fumes coming off of the finish. It is a constant source, meeting up with a constant air filtration. (If you leave it running all night) Since it takes a certain amount of time for the filter to work, and the finish emitting fumes is non-stop, I guess you know who will win that race.
The garage is ideal for refinishing. During the summer it is great. During the winter, I use a salamander kerosene forced air heater on the floor with a thermostat. I refinish in the morning, and leave it running during the day. By the end of the day, the finish is baked so nice, it doesn't matter if it gets cold during the night. You don't want to spray refinish with the salamander going at the same time though. It not only is a fire hazard, it also wreaks havoc on your finish. What it does is take the over spray particles, and instantly turn them into baked hard tiny pellets, that are especially well suited to sticking on your finish, and sends them blowing into your shop, rising with the heated air, only to settle down onto your project. Net result, a heavy dust nubbed finish.
I just felt like I should say something about the suitability of this filter for refinishing. Hope it helps.

Great addition for the JDS air cleaner
If you do any finishing/painting in your shop and you have the JDS air cleaner, get this charcoal filter as well. JDS recommends that you only insert it when you need it, ie., when applying a finish to your projects. Otherwise, keep it on a shelf in a plastic bag to keep the charcoal fresh and free of dust. I would imagine this would be recommended for a charcoal filter used on any brand of air cleaner.

The filter replaces the blue fabric diffuser at the exhaust end of the JDS 750. It's pretty easy to install and remove. ... Read more

Amazon.com

There's no doubt that fine wood dust is bad for you. JDS makes powerful, quiet Air-Tech air filtration systems for the home and professional woodworking shops. The superfine fabric collects particles we can't even see, and don't want in your lungs. You'll change your filter less often, and when you do, it's easy as pie with easy access right on the side of the cleaner—just slides right in. It actually took us less than 10 seconds. You'll be impressed when you slide it out and see what it's kept you from inhaling.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste ... Read more

Features

• Easy access through panel on side of the unit
• Will need to be changed less often
• Slides in and out with ease
• 5-pocket internal bag filter for JDS models 8-12 and 10-16air filtration systems

Features

• Washable pre-filter for the JDS 750J air filtration system
• Washes with a simple rinse from your garden hose
• Saves you money on filters and trips to the store
• Saves your lungs by removing 1-micron sized dust particles
• Keeps workspace and tools clean

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Pays For Itself
This filter has saved me money by not having to purchase replacment filters. Easy to clean and does a good job.

Best Idea since sliced bread!
This is a product long overdue in the air cleaner market. I have two of the JDS 750 air cleaners in my little shop and they move a lot of air. If I hadn't bought the electro-static pre- filter I would have spent a fortune on replacement filters by now. Now that JDS packages it with their standard air cleaner, it is even a better deal!

This isn't the cheapest pre-filter in the world, but it is a darn good investment for the long haul. ... Read more