Editor's Review: Tool-Triggered Shop Vacs
by Rob Wotzak
review date: July 1, 2007
Made by Nilfisk-ALTO, the world's largest manufacturer of professional cleaning equipment, the ALTO/Wap Attix 12RDFD XC is by far the most expensive tool-triggered vacuum we tested. It is a quiet, well-designed workhorse that is mobile and easy to empty.
On startup and in 30-second intervals, the vacuum cleans alternating halves of its massive filter with streams of air, eliminating the need to clean the filter manually. This ensures that it functions under optimum power at all times. It has variable speed control, which allows its amperage draw to be set between 5 and 10 amps. For additional circuit protection, it has a soft-start motor.
This vacuum works very well, but for basic carpentry needs it is too much machine for too much money.
Editor Test Results:
| Overall Rating |
N/A |
| Power |
N/A |
| Filtration/Dust Collection |
N/A |
| Noise |
N/A |
| Empty and Clean |
N/A |
| Mobility |
N/A |
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Manufacturer Specifications
| Manufacturer |
Nilfisk-ALTO |
| Manufacturer's Web Site |
www.nilfisk-alto.com
|
| Manufacturer's Phone Number |
877-366-2586 |
| Weight |
53 lb. |
| Dimensions |
Hose length: 10 ft. |
| Intake Hole Diameter |
1-1/2 in. |
| Power |
10 amps |
| Size/Capacity |
12 gal. |
| Variable Speed |
N/A |
| Filter |
N/A |
| Impeller Size |
N/A |
