Dust Extractors & Vacuum Cleaners

Learn more about dust extractors and vacuum cleaners

A dust extractor is built for fine dust created by sanding, cutting and drilling, and it often connects directly to a power tool. A vacuum cleaner, including a wet and dry vacuum cleaner, is better for general site tidy-up and mixed debris. Choosing the right type for the material and task helps you stay on top of collection and keeps your work area clearer.

Typical uses

• Use dust extractors for sanding, cutting and drilling where you need tool-linked dust control.

• Choose a dust extraction vacuum when you want extraction at source from a compatible power tool.

• Pick a dust vacuum for decorating prep, workshop tidy-up and general site cleaning.

• Use a wet and dry vacuum cleaner for mixed clean-up jobs where dust and spillages are both part of the day.

• Consider dust extractors for commercial work where regular dust collection is part of the task.

How to choose the right dust extractor or vacuum cleaner

• Check whether you need auto-start so the vacuum starts and stops with the power tool.

• Match the filtration to the dust you are dealing with, including HEPA, L class or M class options where the job calls for finer control.

• Compare suction power, airflow and hose diameter against the tools you plan to run.

• Look at the canister size, bagged or bagless collection and how often you will need to empty it.

• Make sure the hoses and attachments suit the application, including tool heads, crevice tools and anti-static hoses where needed.

Before you order

• Check the dust type and whether you need a dust extractor for power tools or a more general vacuum cleaner for dust.

• Confirm the capacity you need for the day’s workload so you are not stopping to empty it too often.

• Check compatibility with your tools, hose size and the accessories you use most.

• If you are dealing with fine or hazardous dust, choose product specifications that suit the task and follow the relevant site safety requirements.

• If you are unsure which model fits the job, speak to your local branch for trade advice before you order.

Explore our range of dust extractors and vacuum cleaners

Browse dust extractors and vacuum cleaners by use, whether you are looking for tool-linked extraction, a wet and dry vacuum cleaner or a dust vacuum for day to day site cleaning. You can compare product specifications online, then order for Click & Collect or speak to your local Travis Perkins branch for help with suitability and compatibility.

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