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It does tend to collapse when the pressure drops, but that is not a problem because both ends are fixed to adaptors. I could push it back into this small case with no problem. I have no complaints. The dust collection hose functions well on my 1HP dust collector. When expanded, the hose is more than 50 feet long.
It is flexible so I can drag it around easily. I have not experienced any defects. It looks like to be quite strong. I kept the case and actually used it to transport it to another location.
While I wouldn't recommend this product for use on a general dust collector installation, you won't find a better product for connecting your equipment to the system.The soft hose is ideal for hooking up the equipment wherever you put it without having to adjust the equipments location to accomodate a stiff hose. The ability of this hose to fully collapse allows me to stack the hose in a single compact column on top of the machine when not in use.You also can't beat the price. In particular, I used it on a Performax Drum Sander with fantastic results.
This hose is worth the price, its not heavy duty but your getting 50ft so for a small to medium size shop you will be happy with it. To me it's a little thicker than a dryer vent hose just to give you an idea.
Amazon has these clamps, so does Woodcraft. Trying to get the rigid 4-inch hoses everybody else makes to move around to my different machines was akin to wrestling an alligator in a phone booth. HOWEVER, I suggest that you get a 4 inch keyed hose clamp. Keyed means it has a little flat tab where the screwdriver usually goes. I had to have something, I gave it a shot. Then just slip the hose over the exhaust outlet of a machine, turn the key a time or two and it hangs on like a bad reputation. Bends around corners, stretches, all easy.
I adapted a 2 1/2 inch hose and tools from the shopvac and I use it for all of the vacuum chores in the shop. UPDATE: three months and still working fine with no problems. It will draw up like a turtle pulling its head in a shell. No more shaking loose in the middle of a cut. You can tighten or loosen with your fingers. After reading the reviews on this hose, I closed my eyes and hit the one-click purchase button.
This one you just snatch up, walk over to the machine of you choice, and stick it on. Floors included. I am not disappointed with it. By the way, I have already stepped on it and to my surprise it didn't hurt it a bit. It is not very rigid, but it is substantial enough to pull dust through to a portable collector. To get it out of the way, just put the opening against your chest and choke the airflow.
But for a utility system that needs portability, this hose will work fine. The rigid hoses are substantial, and if you were going to put a permanent system in, they would be the correct choice.
very flexible , long hose, almost too flexible for what i need.when you apply a vaccum, it shrinks up and pulls some.
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