Interceptors, Pre-separators, Cyclonic Separators, Cyclonic Interceptors – all names for products that perform a very similar function, can be found in a wide range of situations from domestic to industrial and will be of differing scale, design and efficiency. Our offerings, which we class as Cyclonic Interceptors, are targeted at on-tool dust extraction, generally associated with power tools or small fixed machinery.
In our applications, the Interceptor sits between the power tool, typically cutting or grinding cement-based materials, and the vacuum, also known as a dust extractor. Our solutions will typically capture 90% of the airborne dust and debris created – actual performance will be influenced by a number of factors, most notably hose lengths, hose diameters and the power of the attached vacuum. Further details in the FAQs below
Interceptors, Pre-separators, Cyclonic Separators, Cyclonic Interceptors – all names for products that perform a very similar function, can be found in a wide range of situations from domestic to industrial and will be of differing scale, design and efficiency. Our offerings, which we class as Cyclonic Interceptors, are targeted at on-tool dust extraction, generally associated with power tools or small fixed machinery.
In our applications, the Interceptor sits between the power tool, typically cutting or grinding cement-based materials, and the vacuum, also known as a dust extractor. Our solutions will typically capture 90% of the airborne dust and debris created – actual performance will be influenced by a number of factors, most notably hose lengths, hose diameters and the power of the attached vacuum. Further details in the FAQs below
What is an Interceptor
In the dust control applications we address, an interceptor sits between the dust source (usually a power tool or small machine) and the vacuum device and will typically collect more than 80% of dust and debris created by the work equipment.
How does an Interceptor work
An interceptor uses the natural phenomenon of cyclonic air movement to force larger particles of dust and debris to be spun out of the airstream. In our applications, dust and debris generated by working construction materials is drawn through the Interceptor by an externally connected vacuum or dust extractor. The heavier materials are retained within the Interceptor leaving only the finer dust particles to be collected by the vacuum.
What are the benefits of an Interceptor
The primary benefits relate to the operation of the vacuum device. As the Interceptor will be retaining greater than 80% of the waste material generated, much less will be required of the vacuum device - emptying less frequently - longer intervals between filter cleaning - using fewer consumables such as cartridge filters and/or single-use filter bags – longer vacuum motor life.
How do I connect it
The Interceptor needs hose connections to both the device creating the waste and the vacuum providing the suction/airflow. Sunrise Tools provide one hose with each Interceptor and can advise on other hose connections.
What power do I need
The Interceptor requires no power. But it does require a suction device (a vacuum / dust extractor) to be attached.
Will it collect water
An Interceptor can be used to collect water but will need to be served by a WET vacuum. D-spec (drum collector) devices from the Sunrise Tools range would be suitable – the B-spec device (with the external bag) would NOT be suitable for water collection.
Interceptors, Pre-separators, Cyclonic Separators, Cyclonic Interceptors – all names for products that perform a very similar function, can be found in a wide range of situations from domestic to industrial and will be of differing scale, design and efficiency. Our offerings, which we class as Cyclonic Interceptors, are targeted at on-tool dust extraction, generally associated with power tools or small fixed machinery.
In our applications, the Interceptor sits between the power tool, typically cutting or grinding cement-based materials, and the vacuum, also known as a dust extractor. Our solutions will typically capture 90% of the airborne dust and debris created – actual performance will be influenced by a number of factors, most notably hose lengths, hose diameters and the power of the attached vacuum. Further details in the FAQs below
