I finally got the FogBuster together, it is based on the one built by Karl_T.
I used as much as possible from parts on hand, The local pnumatics dealer had regulators on sale so It cost around $60-$70 all in.
The expired tank I got for free.
I used a flexible pipe for the coolant in the tank, this allowed me to use the 3/4" pipe opening for the only entry into the tank, it is also used for filling.
I had a the chrome flexible coolant pipe with magnetic base on hand from previous coolant system.
I tapped the end out for a MIG nozzle, which was around .040" dia.
The air is switched on via a pnumatic valve that can be controlled directly from a supply 120v socket or 24vdc depending on what you use, or from the machine itself if an external socket is mounted on the enclosure that houses the CNC.
What I did not consider was the final weight when the unit is full it weighs almost 70lb.
For now I have a dolly to move it, later I will put castors on the bottom.
Al.
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