I'm planning to install HVAC insulated flex hose from the exhaust of my CV1800 with 16" impeller to my filters. I have a straight transition from Clear Vue sized for 8" flex, but I'm wondering if it would make better sense to use 10" flex hose. I plan to have at least 8 feet of duct run to the filters. I recall that McRabbet uses 10" for his exhaust and I assume has been pleased with his choice. I'd value input on which folks think would be better to use in my setup: 8" or 10" flex?
[Edit: I've decided to use 10" insulated HVAC flex hose and have updated the sketch below to show the current design that I'm now building for the cyclone and filters. I have switched the configuration to side-by-side filters with a top manifold to eliminate any 90 degree turns in the duct and create as smooth a run of duct as possible from the exhaust. The cyclone will be mounted in a free-standing support structure so that it does not connect to the structure of the house except as it stands on the concrete floor.]
[Edit: I've decided to use 10" insulated HVAC flex hose and have updated the sketch below to show the current design that I'm now building for the cyclone and filters. I have switched the configuration to side-by-side filters with a top manifold to eliminate any 90 degree turns in the duct and create as smooth a run of duct as possible from the exhaust. The cyclone will be mounted in a free-standing support structure so that it does not connect to the structure of the house except as it stands on the concrete floor.]
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