Air Flow Sound Level
Air Flow Sound Level
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I have a construction project going on were there is a dust collection system under installation, the system will handle 4,000 cfm. How can I calculate the noise level for the air flow.
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RE: Air Flow Sound Level
RE: Air Flow Sound Level
HOWEVER: is this sufficient velocity to move the dust along?
I would think that perhaps the equipment producing the dust: sanders, planes, chippers, etc might produce more sound power than the collection system, in which case the quietest collection system wouldn't matter!
RE: Air Flow Sound Level
Goorah also added some very good points. The overall sound issue must be analyzed for all components. The sound of the dust collector itself must be known and this data can usually be requested for the manufacturer. The velocity of the duct will add noise but usually if there is industrial equipment running the duct noise will not be a major concern. Also, what is being conveyed in the duct could be a factor. If you have chunks, they can rattle and bang down the length of the duct. Recommend evaluating the noise levels of all of the equipment before worrying about the noise level of the duct. You may not have much of a problem.