VACS Suction Tube with Support Wheels and Handle for VAC Abrasive Recovery Systems

Contracor VACS Suction Tube – Mobile Abrasive Pickup for VAC Recovery Systems

The Contracor VACS suction tube with support wheels and handle is a hand-held accessory for the Contracor VAC abrasive recovery systems. It enables the targeted collection of loose abrasive media directly from the shop floor and expands the stationary recovery system with a flexible, mobile suction point.

The suction tube is connected to the VAC recovery system via the included 10-meter-long PU suction hose. This allows the operator to reach floor areas that cannot be emptied directly through the stationary floor hopper.

The integrated support wheels support the suction tube and make it easier to guide it across the floor. The ergonomically positioned handle allows for controlled movement and reduces physical effort when collecting larger quantities of abrasive media.

Your Benefits at a Glance

• ✅ Handheld pickup of loose abrasive media
• ✅ Compatible with Contracor VAC abrasive recovery systems
• ✅ Flexible alternative to a stationary floor hopper
• ✅ Support wheels for easy maneuvering across the shop floor
• ✅ Handle for controlled operation
• ✅ Includes a 10 m PU suction hose
• ✅ Large working radius inside the blast room
• ✅ Reaches hard-to-reach floor areas
• ✅ Reduces the need for manual sweeping and shoveling
• ✅ Supports quick cleaning of the blast room
• ✅ Suitable for collecting reusable abrasive media
• ✅ Rugged design for professional use

Technical Specifications

Flexible Abrasive Pickup Throughout the Blast Room

With stationary VAC systems, the used abrasive media is typically transported to the floor hopper using a broom or shovel. The VACS suction tube allows for direct collection at the point where the material has accumulated on the shop floor.

The 10-meter-long PU suction hose offers a wide operating radius. This allows you to reach edge areas, corners, areas behind workpieces, or surfaces that are farther away from the stationary intake hopper.

The suction tube is therefore suitable both for regular recovery during operation and for final cleaning of the blast room.

Support Wheels for Controlled Guidance

The support wheels mounted on the suction tube make it easier to move across the shop floor. The operator does not have to bear the full weight of the suction tube, which makes even longer cleaning jobs more comfortable to perform.

The distance between the suction opening and the floor can be kept as constant as possible thanks to the guided design. This promotes uniform material pickup and reduces the risk of the suction opening becoming stuck to the floor.

Especially in larger blast rooms, the roller-guided design offers a significant advantage over using a loose suction hose alone.

Handle for Ergonomic Operation

The integrated handle allows for safe and controlled guidance of the suction tube. The operator can move the suction unit precisely over the abrasive media lying on the floor and systematically clean the work area.

The combination of a handle and support wheels reduces the physical effort required compared to manually scooping up material with a broom and shovel. At the same time, the abrasive media does not first need to be transported to a permanently installed floor hopper.

Includes a 10 m PU Suction Hose

The suction tube comes with a 10-meter-long PU suction hose. The flexible hose connects the hand-held suction tube to the Contracor VAC recovery system and allows for a wide range of motion within the blast room.

PU hoses offer good flexibility and are suitable for mobile applications where the hose is regularly moved and run along the floor.

When using the hose, it should be laid out as straight as possible. Tight bends, kinks, or unnecessary loops increase flow resistance and can reduce suction power.

Direct Pickup Instead of Manual Material Transport

Without a handheld suction tube, the abrasive media scattered on the shop floor often has to be swept up first and then shoveled into the stationary floor hopper.

With the VACS, the material can be collected directly from the floor. This reduces the number of steps required and can result in significant time savings, especially when working on larger areas.

• ✅ No need to sweep material completely into the floor hopper
• ✅ Less manual shoveling of the abrasive media
• ✅ Direct pickup at the point of accumulation
• ✅ Faster cleaning of larger floor areas
• ✅ Easier cleaning of corners and edge areas
• ✅ Reduced physical strain on the operator

Supports an Efficient Abrasive Recovery Cycle

The suction tube itself does not perform any cleaning or separation of the abrasive media. It serves as a mobile collection unit and feeds the recovered material to the connected VAC recovery system.

There, the used abrasive media is collected depending on the VAC model in use, separated from dust and contaminants, and fed either into a blast pot, a storage silo, or a disposal station.

By quickly collecting the material lying on the floor, a larger proportion of the abrasive media that is still technically usable can be fed into the recovery process.

Compatible with the Contracor VAC Series

The VACS suction tube is offered as an optional accessory for the stationary Contracor VAC abrasive recovery systems. It can be used in particular in conjunction with the following models:

• 🔧 Contracor VAC-5
• 🔧 Contracor VAC-5S
• 🔧 Contracor VAC-7
• 🔧 Contracor VAC-7S
• 🔧 Contracor VAC-7H
• 🔧 Contracor VAC-7HS

Before placing an order, you should verify that the existing connection and the planned hose routing are compatible with the respective system configuration.

🔧 Suitable Applications

• Collection of loose abrasive media on shop floors
• Cleaning of stationary blast rooms
• Cleaning of edge and corner areas
• Pickup behind and next to large workpieces
• Recovery in hard-to-reach areas
• Interim cleaning during extended blasting operations
• Final cleaning after the blasting process
• Recovery of suitable reusable abrasive media
• Support for emptying larger blast rooms

Suitable Abrasive Media

Which abrasive media can be collected with the suction tube depends primarily on the design of the connected VAC recovery system. Particle size, particle shape, specific gravity, moisture content, and flow characteristics all influence the ability to convey the material.

The abrasive media should be dry and free-flowing. Damp or clumped material can block the suction hose and reduce recovery efficiency.

Larger foreign objects, metal parts, or other items should be removed before extraction, as they can damage the suction line or downstream system components.

Notes on Hose Routing

To ensure the highest possible suction power, the PU suction hose should be laid out without unnecessary bends or loops. Every bend increases flow resistance and can impair material transport.

The hose must not be kinked, pulled over sharp edges, or run over by vehicles or heavy workpieces. Damage and leaks result in air leakage and reduce the generated vacuum.

While working, the hose should be routed so that it does not create a tripping hazard and does not hinder the operator when moving the suction tube.

Maintenance and Care

The suction tube and the PU suction hose are subject to natural wear due to the transport of abrasive media. Both components should therefore be checked regularly for damage, blockages, and abrasive wear.

In particular, the suction opening, transitions, hose connections, and sharply bent sections of the hose should be checked regularly. Leaky connections can significantly reduce suction power.

• Check the suction opening regularly for foreign objects
• Check the support wheels for smooth operation
• Check the handle and fasteners
• Inspect the PU suction hose for abrasion and cracks
• Check hose connections to ensure they are secure
• Remove blockages before resuming operation
• Replace damaged components in a timely manner

Why Choose the Contracor VACS Suction Tube?

The Contracor VACS suction tube expands a stationary VAC recovery system with a flexible, hand-held collection unit. This allows abrasive media to be extracted directly from where it accumulates on the shop floor.

The support wheels make maneuvering easier, while the handle allows for controlled operation. The included 10-meter-long PU suction hose provides a large working radius and allows access to areas that are difficult to reach with a stationary floor hopper.

This accessory reduces manual cleaning and material-handling tasks and facilitates quick, systematic recovery of used abrasive media.

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions

What is the function of the VACS suction tube?
The suction tube collects loose abrasive media directly from the shop floor and feeds it to the connected Contracor VAC recovery system.

Does the suction tube have its own drive?
No. The required vacuum is generated by the connected VAC abrasive recovery system.

Is a suction hose included?
Yes. According to the manufacturer, the suction tube is supplied with a 10-meter-long PU suction hose.

Why does the suction tube have support wheels?
The wheels support the suction tube, facilitate movement across the floor, and help maintain as even a distance as possible between the suction opening and the floor surface.

What is the function of the handle?
The handle allows for controlled guidance of the suction tube across the floor surface to be cleaned.

For which systems is the suction tube suitable?
It is offered as an accessory for the Contracor VAC abrasive recovery systems.

Can the suction tube be used with the VAC-5 and VAC-7?
Yes. It is designed as an optional handheld accessory for the VAC series.

Is it also compatible with the VAC-5S, VAC-7S, and VAC-7HS?
Yes. The suction tube is also listed as an optional accessory for the VAC models equipped with an additional dust pre-separator.

Can the suction tube be used with the VAC-7H?
Yes. It is also suitable for material pickup for models with a freestanding storage silo.

Does the suction tube replace the floor hopper?
It can be used as a flexible alternative or supplement to the stationary floor hopper. The floor hopper remains usable for central material feeding.

Which areas can be cleaned with the suction tube?
The suction tube is suitable for open floor areas, edge areas, corners, and areas around large workpieces, provided there is sufficient space to guide the suction tube.

Can moist abrasive media be collected?
Damp or clumped material is problematic because it can block the hose and reduce flow rate. The abrasive media should be dry and free-flowing.

Can larger foreign objects be vacuumed up as well?
No. Larger foreign objects should be removed before vacuum pickup to prevent blockages and damage.

Does the 10-meter-long hose affect the suction power?
Hose length and routing generally affect flow resistance. Tight bends, kinks, and leaks can reduce suction capacity.

How should the suction hose be laid out?
As straight as possible, without tight bends, kinks, or unnecessary loops. In addition, the hose should be protected from sharp edges and being run over.

Does the suction tube need to be serviced?
Yes. The suction inlet, support wheels, handle, connections, and PU suction hose should be checked regularly for wear, damage, and blockages.

What is the part number for the suction tube?
The Contracor part number is 10300400.