The 5 Best duct Blast Gates (2023 reviews)

This Powertec blast gate works well and very easy to install as well as open and close the gates. It is perfect fit for most professional and at-home workshop dust collection systems. Open and closed, it acts as an in-line gate to control the vacuum flow to specified areas of your work shop. It also possesses a built-in stop that keeps the gate exactly where you need it during operation.

The sliding gates are very thin gauge metal and bend easily when open. It is designed for eliminating air leakage, project flexibility and long-term usage.

Why We Like This:

Won't clog like plastic blast gates
Installed in tankless water heater air pipe
Cleaning ( open slot ) at the back that allows for clog
Super smooth, full-diameter joint with this approach

Best Runner up: Tongass duct Blast Gate

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The tongass duct blast gate should be able to handle its purpose and duties with ease. To work with ducts and outlets with 4 inches outer diameter, the blast gate requires a flexible cuff coupler. It is made of wear and abrasion-resistant black ab plastic. It can also resist wear and abrasion from sawdust and larger debris. It comes with a sleek, non-obstructing profile and durable plastic construction, this blast gate can withstand the demands of both at-home and professional workshop dust collectors.

The manual sliding gate has a pull tab for easy airflow control. It is designed to withstand high air flow rates and resist damage from debris. It is allows for an airtight seal as needed.

Why We Like This:

Sliding gate for easy airflow control
Connect multiple power tools into one collector
Accepts hoses and ports with 4 inches id

Best For When The power Tool: Ivac duct Blast Gate

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The iVAC Pro Blast Gates are electrically driven Automatic Blast gates. These are intended to be installed between the dust exhaust of a power tool and the main dust collector ducting to a dust collector. It provides an automatic opening and closure of the dust extraction port from a power tool.

The Blast Gates are powered from a UL/CSA approved AC to AC adapter. It is great for when the power tool turns on, the ivac pro tool will issue a wireless command instructing the blast gate to open. There are three methods of controlling the blast gate.

Why We Like This:

Good investment for long term
Lot of satisfied buyers

Best With Saw: Ivac toggle switch

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IAC's metal blast gates can be controlled in one of three ways. These gates are intended to be installed between the dust collection port of your power tool and the main ducting leading to your dust collector and are electronically powered by a ulcsa. It includes one 6" metal blast gate. The runs for the mains are 15ft and 3ft tapered to 4 inch which is 7 long. The power tool turns off and instructs the blast gate to close.

These gates can be controlled via a manually wired remote. It can operate a power tool configured with an ivac pro tool that will open a gate via a wireless signal sent by the pro tool when the power tool is turned on. iVAC's blast gates can also be controlled via an iVAC Pro remote control unit.

Why We Like This:

Self-cleaning mechanism with motor overload protection
Powered by included 115v ul/csa approved ac adapter
Take control of your dust collection with ivac's automated metal blast gates

Best For project flexibility: Powertec optimal Control

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If you’re looking to increase the efficiency of your dust collection system, these woodworking accessories are a must. This must-have dust collector attachment helps maximize your dust collector system by regulating proper air flow to your designated machine of choice. This aluminum blast gate works seamlessly with properly sized plastic and metal ducts, flexible hoses and. Open and closed, it acts as an in-line gate to control the vacuum flow to specified areas of your work shop.

This blast gate gives you optimal control over directing air flow of your dust collection system by opening and closing select ducts. It has a self-cleaning and clog proof groove design to eliminate constant cleaning maintenance, along with an easy-sliding gate, and locking stop to ensure perfect gate alignment. These gates possess an open slot in the back for self-cleaning, and a locking knob that enables it to stay in position when needed during operation. It also possesses a built-in stop that keeps the gate exactly where you need it during operation.

Why We Like This:

Cleaning gate ( open slot ) at the back that allows for clog
Works great and shopping was fast
Lot of satisfied buyers