The Bodie Boot - 3D Printed Dust Boot for 3 inch Sanding Mandrels

Turn your power drill into a sander without the dusty aftermath. This 3D-printed Dust Collection Mandrel Kit is the ultimate bridge between heavy-duty sanding and a clean workspace, designed specifically for makers, woodturners woodworkers, and DIYers who are tired of sawdust coating their garage.

The Core Components

1. 3-Inch Heavy Duty Mandrel

The heart of the kit is a precision-balanced 3-inch sanding mandrel. Built with a universal steel shank, it fits any standard power drill or drill press. The 3-inch diameter provides enough surface area for rapid material removal while remaining easy to control for fine contouring. A soft foam pad is included to contor the sand paper to the shape of the wood.

2. High-Efficiency Dust Adapter

The adapter housing is printed with high-wall thickness for industrial durability. It features a universal vacuum port designed to friction-fit most standard shop-vac hoses. By surrounding the mandrel, it captures dust at the point of ignition before it can become airborne.

3. Removable Flexible Skirt

Unlike rigid shrouds that get in the way of your workpiece, this kit features a 3D-printed flexible skirt (printed in TPU or high-grade elastomer).

• Contour Following: The skirt flexes as you apply pressure, maintaining a seal against flat or curved surfaces.

• Removable Design: Snap it off in seconds when you need to change sanding discs or perform deep-plunge sanding where a shroud isn't needed.

Why This Design Wins

• Cleaner Lungs, Sharper View: By pulling dust directly into your vacuum, you maintain a clear line of sight on your project's scribe lines.

• Universal Compatibility: Designed to work with your existing cordless or corded drills—no need for a dedicated spindle sander. An elastic band and adjustable lock allows the dust boot to be used with various sized drills.

• Heat Dissipation: The airflow generated by your shop vac through the adapter helps keep the sanding disc cool, extending the life of your sandpaper.

Specifications

• Mandrel Diameter: 3 Inches

• Shank Size: 1/4" (Standard Drill Fit)

• Material: High-Impact PETG (Adapter) & Flexible TPU (Skirt)

• Vacuum Port: Currently only works with Festool dust hoses

Listing is for one dust collection boot. No drills or other tools are included in the sale.