What is the water lift rating (suction power)?

Hello Butch, The water lift of this vac is 47 inches. This is the amount of pressure the vac creates when there is no air movement. However, if you’re inquiring about airflow, this is measured by CFM and this vac is rated 177 CFM suction power. If you have further questions or concerns, you may call our Customer Service at 1-800-325-1184 from Monday to Friday between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Central Time and we’ll be glad to assist you. Sincerely, Craftsman Wet/Dry Vac Customer Support

Where oh where can I find the wet sleeve for vacuuming up water please? Will the vac be ruined if not using a sleeve?

Hello Cheryl Carlo, You can buy the CMXZVBE38773 wet foam filter through Amazon. You will need to remove the paper filter and replace it with this one for wet pickups. In general, the original paper filter can be used for small amounts of liquid pickup. For large amounts, that filter must be removed and should not ruin the vac. Remember to not leave the vac unattended during operation. If you have further questions or concerns, you may call our Customer Service at 1-800-325-1184 from Monday to Friday between 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Central Time and we’ll be glad to assist you. Sincerely, Craftsman Wet/Dry Vac Customer Support

Do shop vac brand accessories fit on craftsman shop vacs?

Hello Amazon Customer, We can’t guarantee the Shop-Vac brand accessories will fit as we never did any testing. We highly recommend using Craftsman accessories instead. If you have any other questions, you may call Craftsman Customer Care at 1-888-331-4569. Sincerely, Craftsman Wet/Dry Vac Customer Support

How well does this do with fine dust? I want to sand some paint and dry wall with this attached to an orbital sander.

I did a lot of drywall work years ago using a Shop Vac brand vacuum which is very similar to all shop vacs. If you see fine drywall particles going through the vacuum, this means you're getting very fine particles into the vacuum motor itself as well. These fine dust particles will kill any vacuum quickly. I'm speaking from experience. As another reviewer mentioned, the only way to a vacuum motor from drywall dust is to use a HEPA filter over the vacuums filter. Many years ago I purchased a generic flat HEPA filter that I formed around the vacuum filter. It was held in place with a heavy rubber band that came with it. I ended up leaving the HEPA filter on permanently and my old Shop Vac lasted over 40 years of occasional use. That vacuum was probably one of the first models to have the blower feature and that's why I bought it. I also used it to blow leaves out of my hedges every spring and fall and it worked great. I attempted to find that vacuum again but it's no longer available. I guess it worked too well. Now I'm looking for a new shop vac with blower and having a hard time finding one with good reviews other than this Craftsman vacuum. I've had many Craftsman tools over the years but haven't bought anything since Sears sold the brand. Hopefully the Craftsman brand returns to the high quality products I remember from decades ago. For you DIY wannabee drywallers out there, if you're using this for drywall dust here's a secret. Put your vacuum in a different room and apply the drywall compound on very quickly in thin layers and do not look back. Build up by layers, don't try to go from open bucket to finished wall in one try. It doesn't happen that way. After the drywall compound dries, go back over it with a very stiff wide putty knife. Scrape the compound to get the rigids and small bumps off the wall. Then put on your next thin layer of compound and let it dry. Build up in thin layers and keep doing this quickly in thin layers without looking back. Not looking back is the secret. Keep going and don't look back. As you do this, each layer builds up in a nice smooth way and you expand over a wider area with each pass. Scrape the high spots and wall marbles off using a HYDE 02400 2400 Stiff Chisel Scraper, 3". This scraper is one of the most versatile tools you can own. If you're fixing a crack, use the corner of this scraper to dig deeper so your new joint compound can penetrate deeper. You can even use this scraper to put on small areas of joint compound too. Once your hole or tape is completely covered, then, and only then do you sand the wall. You should have almost no sanding to do if you built your layers correctly. The outcome will be better than trying to put one layer on and thinking you can go to a finished wall that fast. It doesn't work that way. Best of luck to you all and I hope this helps.

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🛠️ Power through messes like a pro with Craftsman’s ultimate 16 Gallon Wet/Dry Vac!

ALL IN ONE ACCESSORY KIT - Includes car, utility, and wet nozzles plus quick-lock filter for seamless transitions
VERSATILE CLEANING MODES - Built-in blower port switches from vacuuming to yard cleanup in seconds
ULTIMATE HOSE FLEXIBILITY - Dual-Flex hose bends 180° at both ends to prevent kinks and maximize reach
EFFORTLESS LIQUID DISPOSAL - Oversized drain speeds up emptying, no mess, no stress
UNMATCHED POWER FOR BIG JOBS - 6.5 Peak HP motor crushes heavy-duty cleanup with ease

The CRAFTSMAN CMXEVBE17595 is a heavy-duty 16-gallon wet/dry vacuum featuring a robust 6.5 Peak HP motor and 1440W power. Designed for large-scale garage, shop, and jobsite cleanups, it includes a kink-resistant 7-foot Dual-Flex hose, an oversized drain for quick liquid disposal, and a built-in blower port for versatile outdoor use. Comes with multiple nozzles, a Qwik Lock filter system, and organized onboard storage, backed by a 3-year limited warranty.

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Manufacturer	Craftsman
Part Number	CMXEVBE17595
Product Dimensions	53.42 x 60.45 x 67.82 cm; 11.79 kg
Item model number	CMXEVBE17595
Size	16 Gallon 6.5 Peak HP
Colour	Red
Style	Wet/Dry Vac
Wattage	1440 watts
Item Package Quantity	1
Sound level	69 dB
Hose Length	7 Feet
Number of handles	2
Measurement System	Metric
Special Features	Heavy-Duty
Included Components	2 Extension Wands, 2-1/2 in. x 7 ft. POS-I-LOCK Dual-Flex Hose, Car Nozzle, Dust Collection Bag, Qwik Lock Pleated Paper Filter, Utility Nozzle, Wet Nozzle, Wet/Dry Vac
Batteries included?	No
Batteries Required?	No
Item Weight	11.8 kg

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