The cyclone separator is used to separate particles or materials from an airstream. It’s a compact solution for material transport and filtering, often used to collect plastic flakes, dust, or lightweight granules before they reach your vacuum or filter system.

No special tools are required. All printed parts are designed for the moste common FDM printers (Prusa MK3/MK4, Bambulab A1 etc.), and the assembly can be done with basic workshop tools such as screwdrivers and pliers. For melting the taped inserts a solder iron is needed.

On this page you’ll find direct links to the product files. In general, all Free versions are available on my Ko-fi, while the Full kits are available for Patreon supporters and also as single purchases on Ko-fi at the moment. I also share many project updates and new file releases on Patreon first.

No. The files are for personal use only. You’re welcome to print and modify the separator for yourself, but selling printed parts or remixed versions is not permitted without a separate commercial license.

The Free Download Kit contains all STL files featured in the video. Perfect if you just want to print and assemble your own separator.
The Full Download Kit includes everything from the free version plus additional CAD files, drawings, step-by-step documentation, and media assets that help you understand the system in depth or adapt it for your own setup. (The Full Download Kit is free for Patron Supporters or available as single purchase on Ko-Fi)

It can be used as a pre-filter for small CNC machines or woodworking setups that rely on vacuums. It’s also great for 3D printing workshops that grind or shred plastic, small recycling systems, sanding stations, or any machine that generates dry dust or flakes.
Basically, anywhere you want to protect your vacuum from clogging or extend its filter life.

Air and material enter the separator tangentially, creating a fast circular airflow. The heavier particles are pushed to the outer wall by centrifugal force and fall down into a collection container, while clean air exits through the top. This way, only air continues through the system, not the debris. More explanation is in the YouTube video on the device.

It’s made for dry materials only. Using it with liquids can reduce performance or damage printed parts.

Yes. The design uses standard hose diameters and can connect easily to most workshop vacuums, shredders, or granule systems. Also in both kits, there are different sizes of connector prints that work as an adapter for the tubing.

If you’re using the full kit, check the included documentation first. You can also reach out through the contact form on this website or follow me on Instagram and Ko-fi, where I regularly share updates and try to answer common questions.

No, there are files in the kits for 3d printing that work as the 1st dust chamber. You can print them and they will work as good as the jar for collecting particles.

The EKLATANT series from IKEA fits this cyclone. These containers are made of glass. Both the 0.8 liter glass and the 1.7 liter glass can be used. If these glasses are no longer available in the future, you can also 3D print a container using the file included in the kit.