How do I connect the Dust Deputy to a snap-on inlet?

When making a universal product like the Dust Deputy, we try to build something as widely applicable as possible. However, with the wide variety of vacuum manufacturers (and some that design their tools to only work with their branded accessories), there are some instances where our "universal" design falls short. Every manufacturer has a different standard on what sizes are which i.e. is a 2.5-inch hose measured on the O.D. of the cuff; the I.D. of the hose itself, the size of the tool it connects to, etc.

For example, for a 2.75” I.D. inlet, the closest size we can accommodate with an adapter would be 2.5” O.D. You could wrap tape around our adapter to build it up to that size - but that would admittedly be a bit messy of a solution.

There are some outlets like Peachtree Woodworking that may have adapters that can better fit your tool, and there are also plumbing-style adapters at most hardware stores (look for Fernco) that might also work and be cheaper/more readily available.

Other adapter options:

• 2.5" adapter option
• 3-2" plastic reducer
• Peachtree Woodworking
• Fernco Couplings
• We also have a rubber coupling that's not available on our site that normally comes with our Vortex unit. This can be ordered over the phone through our service department. The specs are shown below:
  A: 2.45" B: 2.78" C:4"