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RIDGID 12 Gallon Wet/Dry Shop Vacuum
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A mid-size shop vac with enough suction for sanders, routers and track saws — pair it with a cyclone separator.
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Highlights
- 12-gallon tank
- Wet and dry pickup
- Hose and floor accessories
- Blower port
What we like
- Strong suction for tool dust ports
- Easy to roll around
- Works with a cyclone lid
Watch out for
- Loud without a muffler
- Fine filter needed for sanding dust
A mid-size shop vac with enough suction for sanders, routers and track saws — pair it with a cyclone separator.
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