Any Ash Vacuum Recommendations?

[Sven Svensson]

My little Shop-Vac sucks (pun intended) but it blows out ash after about 5 seconds, even with a pre-fliter. I’m done with it and I’m looking for a good vacuum designed just for ash. The smaller the better so something 5 gallons or smaller. Thanks.

 

[kilo charlie]

I use a 2.5 gallon Shop Vac for my pellet smoker and I've not had any issues with it blowing out ash.

It also works well with my various wood sanders etc.

https://www.craftsman.com/products/...mxevbe17250--2-5-gal-1-75-peak-hp-wet-dry-vac

 

[Bytor]

I use the bucket head attachment from Home Depot. It works quite well with just a 5 gallon bucket. I just shake out the fabric filter from time to time.

 

[BurntWeenie]

Rigid shop vac with ASM 4.75 Fine filter. Worked great when I used to clean our fireplace

 

[GrumpyGriller]

I use the bucket head attachment from Home Depot. It works quite well with just a 5 gallon bucket. I just shake out the fabric filter from time to time.

I use the same things - works great! And to get into those hard to reach places, I use my battery-powered leaf blower to get out the remaining dust!

 

[chopsaw]

We used to use these when working in an occupied space . Goes on the exhaust / blower side of the vac .

Craftsman 4 in. L X 4 in. W X 2-1/2 in. D Air Diffuser and Muffler 1 pc Mfr# CMXZVBE38660 - Ace Hardware

The CRAFTSMAN 2-1/2-inch Air Muffler/Diffuser is designed to reduce the operation noise of a wet/dry vac. This accessory connects to a blowing port to suppress motor noise without reducing suction power. Fits CRAFTSMAN wet/dry vacs with a 2-1/2-inch diameter blowing port.Find the CM AIR DIFFUSER...

www.acehardware.com

 

[schlotz]

Sven, I've been using this one for years. PowerSmith, specifically designed for ash removal.

 

[rcarnes911]

I have a dewalt flexvolt dust extractor it works great, it has dual self-cleaning filters on it, it never clogs up or spits dust out, but the thing cost me an arm and a leg

 

[sandyut]

I use the bucket head attachment from Home Depot. It works quite well with just a 5 gallon bucket. I just shake out the fabric filter from time to time.

Bucket head is the ticket. No much money, cheap replacement filters. Minimal investment which I found a big plus considering its gonna be messy and likely abused with ash dust and grime. Had mine three years so far and works great

 

[Fueling Around]

I use the bucket head attachment from Home Depot. It works quite well with just a 5 gallon bucket. I just shake out the fabric filter from time to time.

Bucket head is the ticket. No much money, cheap replacement filters. Minimal investment which I found a big plus considering its gonna be messy and likely abused with ash dust and grime. Had mine three years so far and works great

I've got 2 of them
They do a dandy job cleaning up the pellet pooper. A bit lacking on power if using a longer hose.

 

[Sven Svensson]

Thanks all for the recommendations. I’ll give them all a look.

 

[old sarge]

Lehman's Amish Hardware has a nice vacuum:

Imported Electric Ash Vacuum

You love your stove or fireplace, but hate the dirty ashes, dust and arduous cleanups. Remove ashes, dirt and dust with our efficient ash vacuums. No more dust, cumbersome bucket or shovel. Holds up to 6 gallons of ashes Now comes with a LED work light! Includes 4 ft flexible aluminum...

www.lehmans.com