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specs? Resurrecting this thread to ask if anyone has specs for the Tristar EXL. Things like airflow, noise level, and weight. Blackheart said: "The new CS, which uses a brushless motor, is supposed to have about 42 cfm so it's very comparable to the EXl's flow." This makes me think the EXL...

Wow thank you for the recommendation, no way would I have found out about the TriStar EXL on my own! Any idea where I might find specs like CFM, noise level, weight? Normally I would be wary about buying a model that has been discontinued for 20 years, but it seems like parts are still...

In that case maybe I am misinterpreting the ProTeam website and their other backpacks also come with HEPA filters. Thank you for pointing out the difference in wattage among the Nilfisk models; nice to know HEPA filters wouldn't cut the airflow by that much. Also very interesting to see CFM...

Blackheart: Very helpful info. I should have mentioned that a power nozzle is not super important since my apartment is 95% hard floors, but it is still nice to have the option. I am realizing that the CFM ratings I have been basing my research on may not be reliable. For example, the...

Hi everyone! I'm looking to buy my first good vacuum to help with recently diagnosed dust mite allergies. SEBO and Miele canisters come highly recommended, but I am leaning towards a commercial backpack vacuum because I prefer simpler designs that are easier to repair/maintain, and a backpack...