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Jun 17, 2021 3:46 AM

Milwaukee M12 1.6 Gal. Cordless Wet/Dry Vacuum Kit w/ 6.0 Ah Battery & Charger

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Home Depot has Milwaukee M12 FUEL 12-Volt 1.6 Gal. Lithium-Ion Cordless Wet/Dry Vacuum Kit w/ 6.0 Ah Battery & Charger (0960-21H) for $149. Choose free store pickup where stock permits.

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Note, availability for store pickup may vary by location.

Includes:
  • Milwaukee M12 FUEL Cordless Wet/Dry Vacuum
  • Milwaukee M12 XC6.0 Battery
  • Milwaukee M12 Charger
  • HEPA Filter
  • Flexible Hose
  • Wall Mount
  • Utility Nozzle
  • Crevice Tool
Features:
  • 45 CFM
  • 42" Water Lift: Powerful suction for wet and dry applications
  • Hanging mount for easy storage
  • Sound Power Level: 87 dB(A)
  • Capacity: 1.6 Gallons
  • Built-in Blower Port
  • High / Low switch
  • On-board accessory and hose storage

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  • About this deal:
    • Our research indicates that this offer is $30 lower (16% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $179.
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Home Depot has Milwaukee M12 FUEL 12-Volt 1.6 Gal. Lithium-Ion Cordless Wet/Dry Vacuum Kit w/ 6.0 Ah Battery & Charger (0960-21H) for $149. Choose free store pickup where stock permits.

Thanks to community member PurpleNarwhal9512 for finding this deal.

Note, availability for store pickup may vary by location.

Includes:
  • Milwaukee M12 FUEL Cordless Wet/Dry Vacuum
  • Milwaukee M12 XC6.0 Battery
  • Milwaukee M12 Charger
  • HEPA Filter
  • Flexible Hose
  • Wall Mount
  • Utility Nozzle
  • Crevice Tool
Features:
  • 45 CFM
  • 42" Water Lift: Powerful suction for wet and dry applications
  • Hanging mount for easy storage
  • Sound Power Level: 87 dB(A)
  • Capacity: 1.6 Gallons
  • Built-in Blower Port
  • High / Low switch
  • On-board accessory and hose storage

Editor's Notes

Written by johnny_miller | Staff
  • About this deal:
    • Our research indicates that this offer is $30 lower (16% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $179.
  • About this product:
  • About this store:
    • Details of Home Depot's return policy here.

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Jun 19, 2021 7:26 AM
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Xray30Jun 19, 2021 7:26 AM
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If you are going to get a cordless shop vac, get the M18 or Rigid.
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Quote from kherbinoskie View quoted comment :
Even with 6ah, the runtime is mediocre. You are lucky to get 10-12 mins.
Even if that were true, it is still plenty of time to clean up the little messes that this vac is intended for.

If you need to clean your whole shop, get a big plug-in model.
If you need to clean your whole house, get a dyson.

If you need to clean up the mess after making a hinge mortise, putting in an outlet, or similar small indoor task, a little vacuum like this is great.
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Jun 19, 2021 1:45 PM
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oneind97Jun 19, 2021 1:45 PM
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Just to give some feedback from someone who has owned it.

I had the m12 vacuum m18 standard and m18 pack out. I ended up with the m18 standard.

If you're on the m12 platform and plan on sticking with the m12 then I say go for it, the suction is very comparable to the m18 standard and pack out. The only reason I didn't want it is because the m12 drains much faster than the m18. The m12 is much quieter though on low. On high I would say it's like 20% quieter than the m18 standard on high.

Another big reason I went with m18 standard was because of the size, the m12 is maybe like 15% smaller than the m18 it's about just as tall and a bit more narrow. So based on my personal situation I have like 7 m18 batteries, the standard 5.0xc will last like over 20 mins with the m18 standard. Also the m18 has a longer hose. I have a bunch of m12 batteries but mostly the little ones 2.0.

And if you're curious about the pack out that one was the biggest let down, I sold my m18 standard to a family member before I even got my m18 pack out In the mail lol big mistake. I had to rebuy the standard m18 but that's before I tried out the m12. The pack out is much heavier, no noticeable increase in power same noise level, maybe louder. The ONLY reason I would want a pack out is for the pack out system. Other than that it's a loser for me in every way.

But over all advice I would 1000% recommend anyone who is interested in a cordless vacuum like this to get one I have so many Milwaukee tools and the vacuum is probably one of my top tools I regretted NOT buying years ago. Super convenient with the power and suction of corded, great tool!
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Quote from jeff34270 View quoted comment :
Even if that were true, it is still plenty of time to clean up the little messes that this vac is intended for.

If you need to clean your whole shop, get a big plug-in model.
If you need to clean your whole house, get a dyson.

If you need to clean up the mess after making a hinge mortise, putting in an outlet, or similar small indoor task, a little vacuum like this is great.
Yes that is the only purpose. A vacuum for quick cleanup which any cheap vacuum can do.

What I was explaining is the purpose of each vacuum. The Dewalt 2 gallon seem to get no love in here just because of its lower suction power. Like I said, the Dewalt was built on a particular purpose in mind... it was made for endurance or very long runtime but penalize by lower suction power. The purpose of the Dewalt vacuum is the vacuum you bring anywhere (outside the shop) where there is no power outlet. You directly attach this vacuum to your tool (miter, router, circular saw, handheld planer etc) and let it run continuously since it can run for long and doesn't overheat like the M12 vac.

Don't get it wrong, the Dewalt may have lower suction power but it still can suck shavings of wood, small nails, and what not.
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Quote from kherbinoskie View quoted comment :
Yes that is the only purpose. A vacuum for quick cleanup which any cheap vacuum can do.

What I was explaining is the purpose of each vacuum. The Dewalt 2 gallon seem to get no love in here just because of its lower suction power. Like I said, the Dewalt was built on a particular purpose in mind... it was made for endurance or very long runtime but penalize by lower suction power. The purpose of the Dewalt vacuum is the vacuum you bring anywhere (outside the shop) where there is no power outlet. You directly attach this vacuum to your tool (miter, router, circular saw, handheld planer etc) and let it run continuously since it can run for long and doesn't overheat like the M12 vac.

Don't get it wrong, the Dewalt may have lower suction power but it still can suck shavings of wood, small nails, and what not.
OK, so your DeWalt is apparently intended for use as a long running dust extractor and that's just fine and dandy.

That is not what this little M12 vacuum is designed for. Choose the right tool for the job instead of dissing one because it is not right for the job that you are doing.
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Quote from jeff34270 View quoted comment :
OK, so your DeWalt is apparently intended for use as a long running dust extractor and that's just fine and dandy.

That is not what this little M12 vacuum is designed for. Choose the right tool for the job instead of dissing one because it is not right for the job that you are doing.
And that's the thing, you can use any cheap vacuum for the intended job of this M12 vac. I am just speaking like a true cheap SlickDealer.
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SaiyanForceJun 19, 2021 10:57 PM
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I JUST GOT IT GOOD DEAL TO NOT TAKE PLUS THE BATTERY WORKS WITH MY M12 RATCHET gonna use as car vaccum

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Jun 20, 2021 10:52 AM
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andrwr77Jun 20, 2021 10:52 AM
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Quote from PurpleNarwhal9512 View quoted comment :
Those issues have been fixed in this batch of vacuums.
Curious, but where did you find this information? I love the M12 line and was really excited when the fuel vacuum came out. I bought it at release, however I had to return it because the unit shut down every 10-15 seconds with a new 4.0 XC battery. It's a shame because I liked the size, I already am deep in the M12 ljne, and it had decent power... when it worked. If Milwaukee really fixed this, I'd give it another try.
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Quote from kherbinoskie View quoted comment :
And that's the thing, you can use any cheap vacuum for the intended job of this M12 vac. I am just speaking like a true cheap SlickDealer.
You could use a whisk broom and dust pan.

Hard to plug in those M12 batteries though...
Jun 21, 2021 11:03 AM
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oneind97Jun 21, 2021 11:03 AM
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Quote from andrwr77 View quoted comment :
Curious, but where did you find this information? I love the M12 line and was really excited when the fuel vacuum came out. I bought it at release, however I had to return it because the unit shut down every 10-15 seconds with a new 4.0 XC battery. It's a shame because I liked the size, I already am deep in the M12 ljne, and it had decent power... when it worked. If Milwaukee really fixed this, I'd give it another try.
Are use this model to vacuum the inside of my truck many times and it never shut down on me I was using the included 6.0 battery
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Jun 21, 2021 11:30 AM
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Quote from andrwr77 View quoted comment :
Curious, but where did you find this information? I love the M12 line and was really excited when the fuel vacuum came out. I bought it at release, however I had to return it because the unit shut down every 10-15 seconds with a new 4.0 XC battery. It's a shame because I liked the size, I already am deep in the M12 ljne, and it had decent power... when it worked. If Milwaukee really fixed this, I'd give it another try.
Several reports on tool channels, forums, etc. Here is a short one that summarizes the situation https://youtu.be/ls0mwwGLZ0E , and you could always check yourself with a Milwaukee rep at Home Depot or call them. I've owned it for a month, use it rather often with several batteries and did not have any issue with it
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