An abrasive filter assembly with an integral dust collection system. The
abrasive filter assembly comprises a porous element, a first filter media
with channels, a second filter media, and an attachment interface layer.
The openings of the porous element cooperate with the channels to allow
the flow of particles from the porous element to the second filter media.
The porous element can be an abrasive article or an attachment surface
for an abrasive article.