The best construction vacuum cleaners 2022

Construction (professional, household or industrial) vacuum cleaners are not uncommon in the technology market, since their use is not limited to a purely professional field. They can also be useful in city apartments, if, for example, you like to repair or make things with your own hands. These vacuum cleaners are also suitable for private homes due to their high power, dust container capacity and the ability to collect large debris. With their help, it is quite effective to clean cars. Finally, if you have a garage, shed, basement or other utility room, then it is very advisable to think about buying a construction vacuum cleaner.

Today, construction vacuum cleaners in the general mass do not cost a lot of money, but there are also very expensive models. And here it’s all about the purpose of the device – if you need such a vacuum cleaner for professional activities, then it would be wise to take the “professional” model – it will pay off pretty quickly. In this article, we will consider those models of vacuum cleaners that are suitable for more or less regular use in households, and we will only talk about floor models.

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Editor’s Choice

1. Bort BSS-1630-SmartAir 1600 W (≈ 10000 rubles)

A vacuum cleaner from the German company Bort opens our rating. Our choice fell on this model because of a very good ratio of price and functionality. Firstly, this appliance is equipped with a high efficiency HEPA filter. This is an important point if you are going to use the vacuum cleaner in a residential area. Secondly, it is a capacious dust collector – 30 liters; for collecting dust can be used both directly in the tank and the bag. Thirdly, high suction power – it is 320 watts. Fourth, a good set of nozzles included. For this model, the manufacturer did not provide the ability to connect a power tool, but we believe that this function is not always needed, although it would certainly be extremely useful.

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2. Fubag WD 6SP 1400 W (≈ 12000 rubles)

Very capacious vacuum cleaner from the German concern Fubag, which is known as a manufacturer of professional equipment. It has a very large dust container capacity – 60 liters. Garbage can be collected both in a bag and directly into a container. An additional handle on the body will allow you to easily move the vacuum cleaner, but the main thing in it is the presence of a HEPA filter, which makes its use in residential areas more attractive. A definite advantage is the presence of a built-in socket and the possibility of synchronous operation with a power tool. And, which is good, the shutdown does not occur quite synchronously with the connected tool: after you turn off the power tool, the vacuum cleaner will work for another 10 seconds to collect the remaining debris. If you need a very roomy device that can be used not only in the workshop, but also at home, then you can consider buying this model.

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3. Metabo ASA 25 L PC 1250 W (≈ 12500 rubles)

Professional vacuum cleaner from the Japanese corporation Metabo. This is a compact but productive model with a dust collector capacity of 25 liters. The built-in socket will allow you to clean synchronously with the work of a power tool, the manufacturer claims that you can use tools with a power of up to 2600 watts. A special feature of the vacuum cleaner is the PressClean manual filter cleaning system, which is activated by a separate switch on the vacuum cleaner.

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What other construction vacuum cleaners are worth paying attention to

4. CROWN CT42031 3000 W (≈ 16000 rubles)

Super-capacity vacuum cleaner with a dust container capacity of 100 liters from the Chinese company CROWN. This model is found infrequently, which is not surprising: you have to pay for capacity in weight and dimensions. And, of course, high cost. However, it will be good for stationary work in workshops, when, for example, the removal of debris when working with power tools is required. The power consumption is also very impressive: 3000 W, and the manufacturer does not announce the suction power. However, judging by the fact that the vacuum cleaner is equipped with power adjustment, it can be assumed that there is a complete order with suction power. The vacuum cleaner is not equipped with a blowing function.

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5. KARCHER WD 3 P Premium 1000 W (≈ 8000 rubles)

The German company Karcher is known as a manufacturer of professional equipment, however, they also work in the budget segment. And the WD 3 model is just a model of this level, the manufacturer even added the word Premium to the model name, but don’t let that bother you. This vacuum cleaner works in two cleaning modes: dry and wet, the bag acts as a dust collector. The vacuum cleaner comes with a good set of nozzles, it is also equipped with a socket for connecting a tool and turns on automatically when the connected tool starts working.

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6. Hammer PIL20A 1400 W (≈ 7500 rubles)

A small construction vacuum cleaner from the Czech company Hammer. This is probably one of the most compact construction vacuum cleaners, and its weight is less than 6 kg, which makes it easy to move. At the same time, it has a quite capacious dust collector – 20 liters. You can use a bag, or you can collect garbage directly into the container. The cable and hose are long enough so as not to constantly carry the vacuum cleaner behind you. It can also be used with a power tool.

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7. PATRIOT VC 205 1200 W (≈ 6700 rubles)

Inexpensive, but practical vacuum cleaner from the American company Patriot. A distinctive feature of this unit is that it collects not only garbage, but also liquids. The built-in socket allows you to remove debris directly while working with any power tool. The device is equipped with a system of several filters, which makes it suitable for residential premises.

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8. Encore Corvette-366 1400 W (≈ 8000 rubles)

Vacuum cleaner from the manufacturer Enkor. This model is distinguished by a capacious dust collector, a built-in socket for synchronous work with power tools and a durable iron case. For dry cleaning and small debris, the manufacturer recommends using a bag, and for everything else – a container. Ease of use will also add a long hose.

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9. Bort BSS-1325 1300 W (≈ 4500 rubles)

Budget device from Bort. This product is distinguished by an iron case, which is very good for the budget segment, and a 25-liter dust collector. However, a bag acts as a dust collector, which is not the best solution for a construction vacuum cleaner. Also, the vacuum cleaner works on blowing and has a wet cleaning mode.

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10. DEKO DKVC-1400-15S 1400 W (≈ 3500 rubles)

Inexpensive vacuum cleaner from the Chinese manufacturer DEKO. The dust collector is made in the form of a bag, which is not the best solution for a construction vacuum cleaner, but the undoubted advantage is that it is able to work both in dry cleaning mode and wet. If you are faced with the task of purchasing a construction vacuum cleaner, but at the same time spending a minimum of money, then this model is undoubtedly worth a closer look.

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How to choose a construction vacuum cleaner

” Healthy Food Near Me” turned to the expert with a request to explain the main parameters of construction vacuum cleaners, which you need to pay attention to when choosing.

General remarksAt first glance, all construction vacuum cleaners are very similar. This impression may persist even after studying the characteristics on the websites of stores or manufacturers. However, it is very deceptive. Even more interesting is the fact that manufacturers often do not disclose all the characteristics of their devices, according to which one could make a full and informed choice. Below we will look at the main parameters that should be kept in mind.

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The main question: how does a construction vacuum cleaner differ from a household one? The answer is simple: unlike a household vacuum cleaner, which is designed to clean the actual dust, construction was designed to work with construction debris, shavings, concrete chips, glass fragments, etc. Many modern models are also capable of handling liquids.

Here, by the way, it is worth noting that the “wet cleaning” that manufacturers claim is not the same as wet cleaning for household washing vacuum cleaners. In our case, this is just the ability of the device to collect spilled liquid. The term “dry cleaning” is equally applicable to both household and construction devices.

Then there is some confusion. The fact is that construction vacuum cleaners are usually called “professional”. On the one hand, this is correct, since the scope of their application is much wider than everyday life. On the other hand, not every construction vacuum cleaner can be called professional in fact, since not everyone can withstand intense work.

The author of the rating immediately indicated that it was about models for use in households, home workshops and private garages. Obviously, low-cost models will be able to cope with these goals, but not on a production scale. Therefore, at first it is very important to accurately determine the scope of work that will have to be performed with a vacuum cleaner.

Some manufacturers in the descriptions indicate that this or that model is professional. But, as you understand, the criteria for such a parameter is very, very vague.

Power

This parameter is capable of misleading many consumers. The fact is that manufacturers without exception indicate power consumption. You have probably seen beautifully and brightly drawn numbers on the boxes with vacuum cleaners. But not everyone writes suction power, which is the key parameter. Enough suction power for a construction vacuum cleaner 250 watts and up.

There is a “folk” way to calculate suction power. It lies in the fact that it is necessary to take 25% of the declared power consumption – they say, this is the average efficiency of the vacuum cleaner engine. The results may even turn out to be similar to the real thing, but this method has little to do with reality. It all depends on the properties of a particular engine, other components of the vacuum cleaner, the compatibility of parts with each other, the number and properties of filters, and finally the overall build quality. It is not uncommon for cases where the power consumption is high, but the suction leaves much to be desired at high current consumption.

Another indirect parameter is performance (air consumption), which is measured in liters per second or liters per minute. This parameter shows how much air the vacuum cleaner can suck in in one unit of time. Typically, for construction vacuum cleaners, this parameter is in the range of 30-50 l / s. Professional models have higher rates.

Vacuum degree

A very important parameter showing the quality of a vacuum cleaner is vacuum degree. This indicator is measured in millibars and indicates how much air pressure a vacuum cleaner can create. For construction vacuum cleaners, it is 100-250 mbar. The higher this number, the more effective the suction. By the way, manufacturers also do not always indicate this parameter.

Volume and type of dust collector

The average volume of the dust collector of a construction vacuum cleaner is from 20 to 40 liters. There are also more capacious models, but they are rare. Let us dwell in more detail on the types of dust collectors. Generally, vacuum cleaners are equipped with either bags or containers. Many modern container models also provide the option of using sacks.

There are bags paper and fabric. Paper bags are disposable, they are good for fine dust. Construction debris, especially if it contains sharp particles, can damage the bag. A clear disadvantage of paper bags is their disposability and high cost. Branded components are always expensive, and it’s not a fact that you can pick up a quality replacement from cheap nameless components.

The fabric bag can be used repeatedly. But unlike paper, it is not suitable for fine dust, as it easily seeps through the fabric. Of course, fabric bags are made of dense materials and multi-layered, but it is possible to find out how a particular bag behaves only by experience. In the case of construction debris, you must also be careful: sharp particles can break through the fabric. Both paper and fabric bags are not suitable for collecting liquid. Collecting wet garbage is also not the best use for bags.

Containers are suitable just for collecting large and wet debris, sharp particles, liquids, but not suitable for fine dust. In addition, the bags protect the filters of the vacuum cleaner from clogging, while when using a container, they clog noticeably faster.

As we can see, there is no universal recipe. It is most rational to have a vacuum cleaner that supports both work with a container and a bag, as well as a supply of bags of different types.

Dust hazard class

In the description of vacuum cleaners, you can often find such a parameter as dust class. There are four main classes of dust:

• L. Non-hazardous or low-hazardous dust, household construction waste
• M. Dust of medium danger, including elements of manganese, copper, nickel, concrete and cement dust.
• H. Hazardous dust containing carcinogens, viruses, microorganisms, fertilizers, lead, asbestos, etc.
• ATEX. Flammable waste.

Each class requires a specific vacuum cleaner design. Although this parameter is not always announced by the manufacturer, it should be borne in mind that construction vacuum cleaners intended for home use are usually designed for dust class L.

Chassis

The main materials for the manufacture of cases – metal and plastic. Do not recklessly think that metal is clearly superior to plastic. On cheap devices, the metal can be thin and therefore easily dented. On the other hand, modern plastics are very hardy. If it is possible to look at the product before buying, then you should always pay attention to the overall level of assembly of the vacuum cleaner, how the latches work, how the parts fit together.

Hose diameter

A rather important parameter is the diameter of the hose. The most common option is 32 mm. Accordingly, the larger the diameter, the larger particles of debris can be removed by the vacuum cleaner. If you plan to connect another power tool to it, be sure to check the compatibility of the outlet of the tool and the vacuum cleaner hose. There are a large number of adapters on the market that can connect almost any device to each other.

Additional options

• Power regulation necessary on household vacuum cleaners, as it is used for different surfaces – from curtains to carpets. However, construction vacuum cleaners do not always have this function, since it is believed that its use is quite unambiguous. However, some devices are equipped with such a regulator, and if you are going to use a construction vacuum cleaner for regular cleaning, then it will be very useful to you. In other cases, its necessity is determined by personal preferences.
• Power outlet – a rather important addition if the vacuum cleaner is to be used in the workshop. Many rotary hammers, saws, routers and other power tools are equipped with a vacuum cleaner outlet. The socket allows you to turn on the tool and the vacuum cleaner synchronously to collect production waste directly in the process of working with the tool.
• Automatic or semi-automatic filter cleaning system allows you to clean them without disassembling the vacuum cleaner and without taking them out. To clean the filters, a directed air flow is used, which “blows” the filter. This function is very useful if the vacuum cleaner will be used frequently. For occasional use, the filters can be cleaned manually.