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The Milwaukee 8-Gallon Dust Extractor provides users with an OSHA-compliant solution for the regulation on respirable crystalline silica dust (29 CFR 1926.1153). An automatic filter cleaning mechanism helps maintain consistent airflow and suction at 148 CFM in tough dust-producing applications. The extractor’s two step filtration system includes a HEPA filter, which captures 99.97% of all particles greater than 0.3 microns for best in class filtration and safety. For added convenience, an on-board tool activated plug allows users to start and stop the vacuum with a power tool to increase productivity. The adapters included are compatible with all Milwaukee dust extraction accessories.
- Unique two step filtration system includes a HEPA filter, which captures 99.97% of all particles greater than 0.3 microns or greater
- On-board tool activated plug allows users to start and stop the vacuum with a power tool
- Quiet operation: 69dB
- Suction control dial for performance control
- 13 ft. anti-static hose
- Large wheels, locking swivel casters for jobsite durability
- Water level float valve shuts off suction when tank is full
- Includes: dust extractor, anti-static hose, main filter, HEPA filter, plastic dust bag, fleece filter bag, power tool adapter, quick system connect, hose sleeve, hose clip adapter, dust extractor adapter
| Weight | 32 lbs |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 26.25 × 16.38 × 31.75 in |
| Bag Capacity/Dry Volume (cu. ft.) | 148 |
| Color Family | Red |
| Dust Collection Product Type | Dust Extractor Vacuum |
| Interior Hose Diameter (In.) | 1 |
| Model | 8960-20 |
| Tools Product Type | Power Tool |
22 reviews for Milwaukee 8 Gal. Dust Extractor
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Fiona Hilpert (verified owner) –
Vacuum performs good so far. One big con is that is very heavy (empty), will see how heavy is when full.
Okey Koelpin (verified owner) –
I’m a DIY’er and woodworker with bronchial problems, I wear a dust mask but it’s inconvenient and uncomfortable my hope is that with the Milwaukee I can use a simpler mask.This is a well built machine and is nicely finished. The hose is long, highly visible and fits most of my equipment without adaptors. Access to all the controls and filters is easy. The cord is very long making it easy to move around the shop. The wheels make moving it around the shop real simple but I have a cart with a dust separator that it will eventually be mounted on. First project I used it on was to surface my bench, starting with a belt sander and finishing with the ROS. Dust in the pleated filter amounted to virtually none, no way of knowing how much there is in the bag but there was almost none left on the bench. Kind of tells me that it was “in the bag”. As I had done this before I know the filter in my old vac would have been packed full. Another plus is how quiet this is at 4 feet 72 dB my old vac at 4 feet is 89 dB. Those readings are with the units running with nothing connected. Next was connecting to the small router table then the 6 inch jointer and finally the 13 inch planer. Using some red oak for the tests it gobbled up everything but some chips from the planer. Old vac missed some on that machine also.I’m already sure that this is a very nice addition to my shop
Lesley Mayert (verified owner) –
As a commercial flooring installer I used this vacuum for dustless grinding. With the fleece vacuum bag it’s been an amazing product. Highly recommend
Jeanne Jacobi (verified owner) –
I needed a dust extractor to help comply with the new OSHA silica regulations and this was exactly what I needed. This dust extractor attaches to a variety of attachments that attach to drills, rotary hammers, grinders, saws, and other tools to suck up dirt and debris before it become airborne and harmful, and of course one big giant mess. It can also be used by itself like a regular shop vac. It can also be used wet however I have not tried it that way so far. It moves around easily on lockable wheels and the antistatic hose is very flexible and should not kink easily. A very professional tool, lots of customizable settings and attachments, and several layers of bags that provide capture of 99.97% of all particles greater than 0.3 microns. That’s impressive.
Valentin Cruickshank (verified owner) –
I’m using the Milwaukee dust extractor on my job, in a body shop. It is very quiet, has plenty of suction, I only have the suction turned up half way does a great job. Very happy with it. Planning on using it on my house to do drywall work, should help keep the dust down in the house.
Maddison Maggio (verified owner) –
This is a great extractor actually made by Nilfisk for Milwaukee. Nilfisk is top notch. The auto-clean is quieter than other brands, which Is huge in the tight spaces. The casters and hose are also very heavy duty, overall I’m very impressed by this new HEPA Vac.
Sadye Volkman (verified owner) –
The Milwaukee 8 gallon dust extractor model 8960-20 is a powerful vacuum with conveniently long hose and electrical cord. The vacuum has significantly reduced the dust in my garage workshop over my old Shop Vac. My big issue with the unit is the limited usefulness of the attachments, and the inability to find affordable attachments that will allow the dust extractor to work with my power tools.
Lennie Graham (verified owner) –
Very quite and seems to do a good job keeping up with the festool drywall sander.
Daren Denesik (verified owner) –
Wow, this milwaukee dust extractor is very quiet!! I am super impressed! I love how portable it is. I basically just move it around the shop depending on what tool I am using. The adaptor connector is good for connecting to different diameter sizes. The wheels allow for smooth rolling across the garage floor. This device is great for the average hobbyist or professional. Especially great for those who have underlying breathing disorders who need strict dust control.
Marco Ziemann (verified owner) –
After a couple of weeks use, it’s working very well on walnut dust from a table I’m making. Can’t find any residual dust around. The “bump bump” from the filter cleaning device is disconcerting at first but you get accustomed to it. So far, a great purchase.
Arlie Schuster (verified owner) –
Product functions very well, however the manual needs to be addressed. The manual mentions bungees cords. What bungee cords? none in the box. The manual does not explain how the enclosed adapters actually attach to the hose. I figured it out by trial and error. Very poor description of how the gray plastic bag and fleece bag are to be inserted and overlapped. Additionally, where in the manual does it mention the normal popping sound which vibrates the HEPA filter? I thought I received a defective machine. There does exist an accessory kit, 49-90-1962. That should be in the manual as an accessory or included. All these descriptive shortcomings in the manual need a video or at least actual photos depicting the function. For a 1st class product that costs this much what you get is a manual that does not reflect the reputation of quality that Milwaukee tools represent.
Bridie Volkman (verified owner) –
Great product. Comes with additional adapters to hook all your power tools up with.
Bernice Lockman (verified owner) –
I expected there to be more suctioning that a typical ridge shop Vac. There is not as much.
Ena Kuphal (verified owner) –
This dust extractor does a good job of controlling dust. It has plenty of suction. The hose is very flexible, and the attachments will let you connect to most portable power tools. The cord is long enough that you are not going to need an extension cord. As a bonus, the hose connection is a standard 2-1/2″ dust collector fitting, so you can use the hose with your shop dust collection system.If you have your power tool plugged into the built-in outlet, you have the option of having the unit start automatically when you start the tool. You can also control it manually.You can coil the hose on the built-in brackets, though it takes some playing around to get it right. The first couple of times I had too much left on one end. There isn’t really a good place to coil the cord.The unit is not light. It is also a bit awkward taking it through doorways. But the performance makes it worth it.Replacement bags are hard to find, and are not cheep. Hopefully this will change as more units are put into service.
Vilma Kulas (verified owner) –
Works great for concrete dust with concrete polishing/grinding. Only complaint might be that the felt bags are expensive. Wish they made a reusable fabric bag.
Kathryne Harvey (verified owner) –
Just what I needed to keep my shop clean. Works great with all my power tools. The auto on feature works great with all my corded tools. Quiet pleasant noise level. Highly recommend.
Camden Herzog (verified owner) –
Works really well with Milwaukee’s attachment for supporting a Milwaukee cordless grinder I have. I thought i overpayed until I tested the area I was working on (concrete), then I realized every penny was worth it. Only wished a wide cover attachment would be included to cover more area.
Adolf Bins (verified owner) –
Quite works good but still a considerable amount of dust escaping .
Morton Donnelly (verified owner) –
This milwaukee dust extractor is great in are general contracting business!!! We use them for all the drilling and chipping in concrete and cmu that needs done on are jobs to keep up with osha regulations. I tried it once on are 14”saws and it could not keep up but it was not designed for that not enough cfm. It would be nice if the milwaukee could have handled the saws because it is so much lighter and smaller than are huge hilti 300 vacs. But for all the small grinding, tuck pointing, drilling and chipping this is are go to small and powerful. We have had all 3 for almost a year and they have been put threw there paces on some big demo jobs like 300 ton of interior cmu just on 1. They have held up great no problems and far superior to the dewalt 8 gallon model. Some reviews said its loud well if you use this professionaly it has to dump the filters that hard to keep up with all the concrete dust. If your on the fence just by it its a tank for a dust extractor!!!
Rey Homenick (verified owner) –
Flexible, but can be loud. We purchased the Milwaukee 8960-20 for general shop and home vacuuming purposes and also to have an OSHA-acceptable vacuum for stone and masonry drilling. Once you understand the silica dust hazard, you want to get a HEPA vacuum cleaner like this designed for masonry work. We cannot add much to the available online reviews for the 8960-20.In our shop, the 8960-20 replaces an older quiet Fein Turbo II. On the 8960-20, you can adjust the air flow and the resulting noise. The loudness of the Milwaukee is about the same as that of the Fein Turbo II for the same air flow. You can make the Milwaukee very quiet by turning down the air flow or you can turn up the air flow to get plenty of suction (with more noise). The 8960-20 has a standard 2 1/4″ friction-fit socket for the hose. This allows you to use the vacuum with other hoses and cleaning tools.After reading and viewing the online reviews and reading the Milwaukee documentation, we were very surprised by the loud thumping noise made by the 8960-20 about every 15 seconds when the automatic filter cleaning function is on. We saw no mention of this loud noise in any review or in the Milwaukee documentation. We contacted Milwaukee and they said that the noise is normal. You can avoid this noise by running the vacuum with the automatic filter cleaning function turned off. You can then perform a cleaning function periodically by running the vacuum with the cleaning function turned on for a few cycles. We imagine that for many purposes this vacuum will be used with the automatic filter cleaning function turned off to avoid the loud noise.