Bosch exclusive Pulse-Clean electromagnetic filter cleaning system shakes the dual filter cartridges to remove dust and maintain maximum suction power. Pulse-Clean can be activated manually, or automatically, when a connected power tool is switched off .
Elevated filter location Filters sit above maximum dust or water accumulation height to help maintain maximum airflow and suction power
4 modes of operation: Regular vacuum, Power Tool activation, Pulse-Clean¿, Pulse-Clean¿ with Power Tool activation
Activation by power tool Allows power tool switch to turn vac on and off. 7-second run-on after power tool is turned off to clear hose of remaining debris.
Editorial Review:
Stops dust and debris at the source; Shortens clean-up time; The centerpiece of the Bosch Airsweep Dust Extraction System of tools and attachments; Pulse-Clean electromagnetic filter cleaning system keeps filters clean; Captures 99.93% particles of 3 microns diameter and larger; Power Tool activation mode with 7 second run-on time to clear hose; Power-Tool Activation with Power Broker Dial for allocating power between vacuum cleaner and connected power tool. Includes 9.85-foot hose, two VAC012 filter cartridges and one VAC013 dust bag.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
Bosch Airsweep shop vacuum:
I bought the Bosch because I noticed that regular shop vacuums allow fine particles to escape via the output vents. Definately not good for the lungs or the refinishing project on the bench. The Bosch works as advertised. In spite of it's weight (47#) and size, it is easy to move around the shop. My shop is a garage and space is a premium, so being able to navigate amongst the stationary tools is very nice. It is quieter than the "Home Depot" type shop vacuums, and as stated, much cleaner. I also purchased... more info
Taking Dust Collection To The Next Level:
I already own a fairly uber cyclone dust collector, but that collector is really designed for high volume, low suction applications (where a relatively large space needs dust control like a planer or cabinet saw).
However there are plenty of applications where you need high suction and relatively low volume of air such as most hand sanding applications. I use this vacuum for just that as well as for my miter saw and sometime my router table. I already own a shop vac, but the noise can make things... more info
excellent vac:
I bought this as the best pick between the Fein turbo III & the Festool 33 vac. I have a commercial woodshop and needed it mainly for pick up from tools as well as general clean up. I had the Fein turbo II for 10 yrs before it gave up and can definitely reccomend it, But I was looking for larger capacity (less frequent emptying), so it was between the Fein III and the Bosch. The Festool is very nice too but seemed overpriced and awkward to empty if you don't use the bags (which are pricy, as are all... more info
What are you after - price or convenience?:
This unit does what many shop vacuums fail to do, pick up dust and wood shavings without getting clogged every few seconds. It is also quiet enough that I do not need ear plugs just to clean up around my shop. I am a hobbiest woodworker, and this vacuum allows me to have enough dust collection that I can avoid a dedicated dust collector, thus saving the space needed for such a large unit, and allowing me to avoid adding piping to my little wood shop. It has the capacity and power to pick up the mess... more info
