What is the OD of the dust port (for vac hose)?
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Measured with calipers (inches):On tool: ID = 0.84, OD = 1.00Adapter (sold with tool): ID = 1.56, OD = {1.85 on top of ridges, 1.73 between ridges}A note - the dust bag that is provided with the tool is next to useless, but it wounds like this is the case with the other brands as well. I've found that just directing the adapter to shoot the chips at the ground works just fine, as long as you have eye protection and don't mind the mess. I suspect that a vacuum collection system would also work well. In general I've been quite pleased with this tool.
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It is 1". I have rigged an adapter for my shop vac using tubes from an old vacuum. It's tough to explain, but the point is, it is not a straight fit. However, the 557 is a great tool and well worth the effort.
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As a follow-up. Download The DeWalt Sheet that shows all the vacuum adaptors DeWalt makes and look at the sizes. You will see that none of them fits a 2 1/2" O.D. port size.
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I am not familiar with your vac. If it is a standard "shop" canister style vacuum, it probably has a standard 2.5 inch hose. You can measure this. If it is a 2.5 inch hose, you can buy a conversion adapter that attaches to the 2.5 inch hose and then steps down to a 1.25 inch connection for these micro tools. The conversion unit I bough for this purpose is this one: "Shop-vac 906-85 2-1/2" to 1-1/4" Conversion Unit" (linked here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00004RHKZ/ref=cm_cr_ryp_prd_ttl_hst_8).
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Hi Tash, I have a Shop Vac CAV150, the tip of the hose has a 1-9/16" OD and 1-1/2" ID, the hose connector for the Dustless Tech attachment has a 1-7/16" ID, it won't fit. Don't spend you money on this product. I was told by an associate at a large hardware retailer that they don't make attachments for ash vacuums for safety reasons. You could be sucking up hot ash through plastic parts, when you think of it, it does make sense. Hope this helps you. Good Luck!
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Just for a point of reference, I have the 18V DC390K and it does NOT have a dust port.
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if possible put the vac outside and connect thru an open window with an extension hose. Otherwise get an add-on fine filter for your vac. The dust can be phenomenal otherwise.
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Yes, my hose had a switch for both the power head and vac, however my vac is older and doesn't support this function through the ports.
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Yes it has an available dust collector port. Search for part # PL1251DPS It is $24.99 + Shipping on Amazon
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Actually there is a vacuum adapter, part # 587843-00 available for this that could slip in, in place of the standard bag it comes with. The part should run about $2.50 or so, I just found it online at www.ereplacementparts.com under the dewalt/b&d; section. It fits a standard vacuum hose like your typical household vac, I think it's smaller than your typical "shop-vac", though I'm aware of adapters for shop vac hoses to down size them and that should work. I use our old hose vac with mine and it works passably well. Any sander is going to throw stuff off no matter what unless you've got a dust table setup. Actually there is a vacuum adapter, part # 587843-00 available for this that could slip in, in place of the standard bag it comes with. The part should run about $2.50 or so, I just found it online at www.ereplacementparts.com under the dewalt/b&d; section. It fits a standard vacuum hose like your typical household vac, I think it's smaller than your typical "shop-vac", though I'm aware of adapters for shop vac hoses to down size them and that should work. I use our old hose vac with mine and it works passably well. Any sander is going to throw stuff off no matter what... » Read More Actually there is a vacuum adapter, part # 587843-00 available for this that could slip in, in place of the standard bag it comes with. The part should run about $2.50 or so, I just found it online at www.ereplacementparts.com under the dewalt/b&d; section. It fits a standard vacuum hose like your typical household vac, I think it's smaller than your typical "shop-vac", though I'm aware of adapters for shop vac hoses to down size them and that should work. I use our old hose vac with mine and it works passably well. Any sander is going to throw stuff off no matter what unless you've got a dust table setup. « Show Less
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Just a one tool that attaches to the hose and has dual purpose. One end is a crevice tool. It can be flipped over and the other end is a bristle/dust tool. The crevice tool has limited reach of about 4-5 inches because the brush end is broad. This tool docks to the vacuum when not in use.
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Didn't try that and probably wouldn't. The fine abrasive dust might damage the vac, Shop vacs are cheap enough,
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I put a small 1-1/2" hose, about six foot long, directly into the shroud; then using a reducer into the large hose on the vacuum. It works great. Be sure to always use the special dust bag inside your vacuum...this protects the main filter from clogging up.
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Standard vacuum pipe is, I believe, 2". The Vac pipe is slicker than PVC and less likely to plug. The fittings don't quite fit PVC pipe properly.
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I use a Jet DC-650M, a relatively small dust collector, with a cyclone pre-stage through a 4 inch plastic hose. I never have "dust" shooting out the front. I see lots of small "shreds" flowing up the hose. Remote possibility: is the shop vac blowing instead of sucking?
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Yes to both questions. I've hooked it up to my orbital sander, I just had to make an adapter and it worked great. The only issue I have is the "whistling" sound the hose makes when not straight, but I get that with my long shop vac hose too.
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I designed a dust collector from sheet metal. I attached my shop vac up to it and it works very well. The only thing, is you can't take alot off at once. It will clog up the vac hose.
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Sorry, can't help with this. I'd check woth Cleva-NA tech support at (866) 384-8432, sure they can help. Great W/D vac, hope they solve your problem.