Key Features
Strong Shop AirflowWith 1100 CFM at 4 inches and 12,571 FPM velocity at 4 inches, this dust collector is built to move chips and fine dust fast enough to keep common woodworking machines cleaner during use. Vortex Cone SeparationThe cone design helps separate chips before they load up the filter. That means less premature clogging, steadier suction, and fewer stops to deal with packed dust. Moves Around EasilyFour casters and a portable base make it easier to roll the Jet dust collector where you need it instead of redesigning the whole shop around one machine.
Overview
The Jet DC-1100VX-CK Dust Collector, 1.5HP 1PH 115/230V, 2-Micron Canister Kit is a single-stage dust collector built for woodworking shops that need solid airflow, better chip separation, and easier filter maintenance than a basic bag-style unit. This is a dust collector designed for collecting wood chips and fine dust from shop machines. Model Number: DC-1100VX-CK. SKU: 708659K. If you are running a table saw, planer, jointer, or similar machine in a small pro shop or serious home shop, this is the kind of unit that makes cleanup and air management a lot more manageable.
The numbers matter here because they translate directly to how the machine behaves in the shop. The 1.5 horsepower motor, 1100 CFM airflow at 4 inches, and 12,571 FPM velocity at 4 inches give this collector the ability to keep material moving through the hose instead of letting chips settle out and clog things up. That is especially important when you are planing, jointing, or making repeated cuts that generate a steady stream of chips instead of just light dust.
What separates this Jet dust collector from a more basic single-stage unit is the Vortex Cone setup. Jet built this system to improve chip separation before debris reaches the filter area. In real use, that means the filter stays clearer longer, airflow stays more consistent, and you spend less time dealing with performance drop-off caused by premature clogging. Jet also calls out improved collector bag packing efficiency, which is a practical benefit because a better-packed bag can mean fewer bag changes during a long session in the shop.
The canister filtration setup is another big part of the story. This unit uses a 2-micron canister, which is a meaningful upgrade over entry-level collection setups when you are trying to capture finer dust, not just the big chips you can see on the floor. For woodworkers, that matters because the fine stuff is what tends to hang in the air and coat everything in the shop. If you are choosing between raw suction numbers and a machine that holds onto its performance better over time, this Jet setup is aimed squarely at the second group.
From a shop-use standpoint, the DC-1100VX-CK is built to be practical. It is prewired for 115V but can run on 115/230V single-phase power, which gives you some flexibility depending on how your shop is wired. The motor is permanently lubricated and totally enclosed fan cooled for continuous-duty operation, which is what you want on a machine that may run for long stretches while multiple operations are happening back to back. Industrial controls and a steel impeller add to that long-term, workmanlike build rather than making this feel like a light-duty homeowner machine.
Connection options are shop-friendly too. You get one 6 inch hose connection or two 4 inch hose connections, so you can configure it around your current setup instead of rebuilding everything at once. For some users that means running one larger line to a primary machine. For others it means splitting into smaller branches where appropriate. Either way, the inlet options make this collector easier to integrate into an existing dust collection setup.
Noise is listed at 70 to 80 dB, which puts it in line with what most woodworkers expect from a serious dust collector rather than a quiet background appliance. The upside is that Jet keeps the design single-stage for economical and relatively quiet operation while still prioritizing usable airflow. Add in the quick-connect collection bags and four-caster base, and you get a machine that is easier to move, easier to service, and easier to keep working day after day.
Who should buy it? Woodworkers who need a real shop dust collection solution without stepping up to a much larger fixed system. If you are a cabinet installer with a home shop, a furniture builder, a remodeler doing regular millwork, or a serious DIY woodworker tired of weak chip collection, the Jet DC-1100VX-CK Dust Collector, 1.5HP 1PH 115/230V, 2-Micron Canister Kit hits the sweet spot. It is for users who care about sustained performance, not just a big airflow claim on paper.
At a Glance
1100 CFMAir Flow @ 4 in. 2 MicronCanister Efficiency 1.5 HPMotor Power 115/230VSingle-Phase Power
Keep Airflow Up Longer
This setup is built around sustained dust collection performance, not just first-minute airflow. The canister filter, Vortex Cone design, and steel impeller work together to keep chips moving and reduce the kind of clogging that drags a collector down during longer runs.
- Vortex Cone improves chip separation and collector bag packing efficiency
- Single-stage canister design balances shop-ready performance with simpler operation
- Four casters make it easier to move between machines in a working wood shop
Key Specifications
| Tool Type | Single-Stage Canister Dust Collector |
|---|---|
| Motor Power | 1.5 HP |
| Voltage | 115/230V |
| Motor Amps | 11 / 5.5A |
| Air Flow @ 4 in. | 1100 CFM |
| Velocity @ 4 in. | 12,571 FPM |
| Filtration Efficiency | 2 Micron |
| Hose Connection | 1 x 6 in. or 2 x 4 in. |
| Impeller Diameter | 11 in. |
| Impeller Material | Steel |
| Collection Bag Capacity | 5.3 cu. ft. |
| Sound Rating | 70 to 80 dB |
| Weight | 159 lbs net |
Compatibility
Dust Hose SetupConfigured for one 6 inch hose connection or two 4 inch hose connections, making it easier to tie into common woodworking dust collection hose sizes. Shop PowerRuns on 115/230V single-phase power and comes prewired for 115V, which helps it fit a wider range of home and professional shop electrical setups.
Built For
Woodworking Cabinet Shops Furniture Building Home Workshops General Shop Dust Collection Table Saws Jointers and Planers Remodeling Shops
Pro Tip
If you run this collector with the dual 4 inch setup, keep unused branches closed with blast gates so the DC-1100VX-CK holds its airflow where you actually need it. That is the easiest way to get better chip pickup from a single machine without changing the collector itself.
Tool Nut’s Take
Tool Nut’s Take
Jet DC-1100VX-CK Dust Collector, 1.5HP 1PH 115/230V, 2-Micron Canister Kit for shops that are done fighting clogged filters
This is a smart buy for woodworkers who want stronger real-world dust collection performance without jumping straight to a much larger fixed system.
- Who it’s for: Serious DIY woodworkers, furniture builders, cabinet shops, and small pro shops that need dependable chip and dust collection from core woodworking machines.
- Why it stands out: The Vortex Cone design is the real selling point here because it helps the collector keep working the way it should instead of fading once the filter starts loading up.
- Worth knowing: This is still a single-stage unit, so it makes the most sense in smaller to mid-size shop setups. If your whole shop is running hard all day on multiple large machines, you may eventually want to step up to a larger central system.
Common Questions
- What kind of dust collector is this? It is a single-stage canister dust collector designed for woodworking chip and dust collection.
- Can it run on standard shop power? Yes. It runs on 115/230V single-phase power and is prewired for 115V.
- What hose sizes does it support? It supports one 6 inch hose connection or two 4 inch hose connections.
- How fine is the filtration? The canister is rated at 2 micron efficiency.
- How loud is it? Jet lists the sound rating at 70 to 80 dB.
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