RIDGID 2-1/2 in. locking extension wand is ideal for extending your vacs reach and is particularly helpful for floors or out of reach areas. This 20-1/2 in. locking wand extends from the hose and fits any of RIDGID’s 2-1/2 in. locking accessories. With the new locking design, the extension wand locks onto your accessories so they wont fall off during use. Easily detach by releasing the locking tab or twisting off. The 2-1/2 in. opening is the research backed optimal size for tackling large messes with a RIDGID wet dry vac. Maximize your vac and get the most out of your cleaning tools, with RIDGID 2-1/2 in. locking accessories.
- Extends the reach of a wet/dry vacuum allowing for efficient floor cleaning
- Helps clean higher areas that are hard to reach
- 2-1/2 in. opening is the optimal size for large scale debris cleanups
- Locking tab secures the accessory to the hose
- Accessory locks onto the hose via a secure locking tab
- Easy, struggle free detachment, by releasing the locking tab or twisting off
Rickie Lang (verified owner) –
I bought this for my husband because I am obsessed with performance machines. I apologize for not having a photo or video. But if I had one or the other, you would see the face of a satisfied man!! He uses it to clean the car, vacuum large areas wet and dry. I started to buy a smaller one but for a few more dollars I decided on a larger one and I’m quite satisfied with the performance of it. The videos I watched were also convincing!
Shanie Jaskolski (verified owner) –
Needed a new vac and went for this nice stainless Rigid unit. Well equipped to start and the hose/attachment holders are a great feature. Motor is strong and quiet for a shop vac. Noise from the metal canister can be a bit loud if you have screws, etc that you have picked up.
Lysanne Hamill (verified owner) –
I bought this a few months ago, to empty the water out of our hot tub. For that purpose, I bought the VF7000 wet filter. Changing the filter was easy. Changing back to the supplied filter was a little harder. Getting the seal wet seems to make removal a little harder.Emptying the unit of water can be done with the drain plug, I believe. I never used this feature, resorting to unclamping the top and dumping the contents. That worked fine for my purposes.The hose and attachments are simple to use. I found them sizeable, and not altogether small enough sized for my hands, which are large. A handle smaller than the hose size would be helpful.Because the suction is so powerful, I had to step on loose carpets at the same time as vacuuming. Having the attachments made with a bristle or corrugated edges might help this aspect, which currently makes it kind of hard to use for those carpets, as I don’t usually vacuum with my feet straddling what I am cleaning.I was picking up drywall bits. The filter clogged up substantially really quickly. It didn’t seem to affect suction, but it made emptying the unit dustier than I expected. I used another vacuum to suck the dust out from between the pleats. I have not ever had to do that with my other vacuum systems.Storage of the hose ends on the caster feet is easy. I am left wondering if it will eventually cause me to nibble the end of the rigid tubing, because it only holds the very end.Storing the wire can be done around the handle. I have not used that feature, because it appears it would cause the wire to interfere with my grip on the unit. The cord is long, which means you don’t need an extension when you are close enough to an outlet. The cord is not self-retracting.
Retha Zieme (verified owner) –
I like the power of this vacuum but most for me are the locking system for the hoses, they simply stay together at all times
Elza Kulas (verified owner) –
I like the bag system that keeps the filter clean. easy to change.
Jovanny Beahan (verified owner) –
Bought this a few months ago and I am using it in a dust collection system. The hose for connecting it to the various stations is about 12 feet long and is connected to a home made cyclone. Even with all that distance the power at the nozzle will suck the chrome off a trailer hitch
Garett Walker (verified owner) –
I like that there are different wand heads for different jobs and they just fit in easy reach on the machine. I also like that it’s made to be pulled and has good suction.
Kelsie Kuvalis (verified owner) –
still have a larger Ridgid vac going strong and wanted a little smaller one…..but it still has lots of power. This one is great
Devyn Pouros (verified owner) –
Good shop vac with plenty of power. Hose larger than anticipated and sometimes hard to handle. Wheels need to be bigger so they don’t hang up so much on debris common to a work area.
Arno Huels (verified owner) –
The power is unbelievable! Yes, it really sucks up everything! Very happy with this purchase. Great value for what you get especially with all the attachments. I use it around the house, garage and car and it has been amazing! Not to mention registering for the Lifetime Warranty is an added bonus! Love a company that backs and stands behind what they sell. I haven’t used it for any wet applications yet, but when I do I’m sure it will be flawless!
Eva O’Kon (verified owner) –
They work nicely with a tight fit and good thumb lock.
Don Schimmel (verified owner) –
I purchased a wet/dry blower from Ridgid several years ago. Whenever I have had an issue with it Ridgid has always taken care of me with no problems!! one of the few companies that really take care of their customer AND stand by their product!!! Thank you Ridgid!!!!!!
Tess Hessel (verified owner) –
We’ve had this shop vac for about a month and it’s been great! It’s a very sturdy setup and easily handles the bumps and grinds of our cottage renovation project. The longer electrical cord means we no longer have to drag around an extension cord like we had to do with our former vac. And the power is awesome … it gets everything out of the corners and cavities and joints of the oldTongue and Groove subfloor. Stop searching – buy this one!
Zula Russel (verified owner) –
I spend a fair amount of time researching shop vacs before purchasing this one. I am very pleased with my purchase. The unit it self seems very well made with high quality attachments. The hose is substantial, yet flexible. The power cord is long wraps easily.This vac performs very well and has more than enough power.Very pleased with my purchase and I highly recommend this vac.