Bosch VAC020 2-1/2-Inch Hose-to-35mm Port Adapter
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Manufacturer: BoschModel: VAC020
Color: NA
Product features:
- Connects 2-1/2" hoses to tools that have ports for 35mm hoses
- Vacuum Accessory
Description of Bosch VAC020 2-1/2-Inch Hose-to-35mm Port Adapter
Bosch VAC020 2-1/2" Hose-to-35mm Port Adapter Bosch Power Tools and Accessories is one of the divisions within the Robert Bosch Tool Corporation, which is one of the largest power tool and accessory manufacturers in the world. Bosch provides a complete line of corded and cordless power tools and accessories engineered to survive any jobsite and allow professionals to take control of their work. Bosch VAC020 2-1/2" Hose-to-35mm Port Adapter Features: Connects 2-1/2? hoses to tools that have ports for 35mm hoses Airsweep Vacuum & Attachments Connects 2-1/2? vacuum hoses to nozzles and tool dust ports that are sized for 35mm hoses Designed for use with common North American vacuum hose sizes (2-1/2? hoses) Sales Pack Quantity 1 Inside Diameter Hose end (inside): 2-1/4" (57mm), Tool End (outside): 1-3/8" (35mm) Used on Model No. RA1170, RA1172, RA1173, 2608190038, 2608190039, 1773AK, 1775E, 1605510215, 3365, 1594, 53514, 53518, CSDCHUTE Part Number VAC020Tools and Hardware Reviews of Bosch VAC020 2-1/2-Inch Hose-to-35mm Port Adapter
Customer Review: Doesn't work with under table Bosch Router Base
Summary: 1 Stars
Very disappointed with Bosch for designing a system of attachments that don't work together. I purchased a RA1165 base to mount under a RA1181 table. Then purchased a RA1172AT Dust Extraction Hood Kit ... with the intention to mount the dust extractor hood to the base, using the adapter to bring the hose size to 2 1/2 inches. You can attach the dust hood to the base, but the outlet points at an angle towards the FRONT of the router table. It is not possible to attach the VAC020 adapter to the dust hood and angle the hose so it exits the rear. There simply is no clearance. I should have returned the entire system, but decided to try to solve the problem. The 1 1/2 inch port size of the dust hood required the purchase of a POOL vacuum hose that is flexible enough to turn nearly 180 degrees beneath the table and exit the rear. There I used the VAC02020 adapter to attach it to a 2 1/2 inch Y.
BTW, here's is Bosch's response: "Thank you for writing. The RA1172AT is for use with the fixed and plunge bases included with the 1617 and 1618 routers. The hood is not designed for use with the RA1165 base. A 2-1/2" hose can be connected on the top side of the router table directly to the dust chamber the router bits sits in for dust collection on the router table."
So Bosch designed an under-table base that doesn't support Dust extraction, EVEN THOUGH you can physically attach the dust hood to the base!
If this sounds complicated, it is. And it's a direct result of poor design by Bosch. The under-table base should be aligned to port to the rear (like the router fence dust port). The under table dust hood should be 2 1/2 inches (like the fence). And there should be ample clearance for a hose to exit.
I am going to post this exact review to all my reviews of the various components I purchased.
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