Vacuum hold down help

[Zamm]

I am starting to get into vacuum hold downs. I have a Precision Model S35 Vacuum pump. The specs are 35 1/M (1.23 CFM) 15 Micron. What types of tubes, gauge and valves do I need?

I also have a modified propane tank that can hold negative pressure.

[David Iannone]

Kevin,
Welcome to the Forum......

http://www.shopbotblog.com/2007/07/the-bradyvac-ii-%E2%80%93-a-production-vacuum-fixture-on-a-shoestring-budget/ (http://www.shopbotblog.com/2007/07/the-bradyvac-ii-%E2%80%93-a-production-vacuum-fixture-on-a-shoestring-budget/)

(http://www.talkshopbot.com/forum/showthread.php?21096-DIY-Vacuum-Box)http://www.shopbotblog.com/2006/11/a-removable-vacuum-plenum-that-maximizes-hold-down-potential/

http://www.shopbotblog.com/2006/03/a-sticky-situation/

http://www.talkshopbot.com/forum/showthread.php?21096-DIY-Vacuum-Box

http://www.talkshopbot.com/forum/showthread.php?20944-Spoil-Board-Insanity

Try reading the above threads. I used 2 lighthouse motors. Use the Search feature on this forum with a lot of questions and it will help with the answers. My Vac table is just starting to improve my shop's efficiency by a lot. Wish I didn't wait so long to jump in.

What Model SB did you get?

Dave

Dave