DEWALT Foam Filter for Wet/Dry Vacuum 15L

Name: DEWALT Foam Filter for Wet/Dry Vacuum 15L
Brand: Dewalt
SKU: DXVA20-1200A
Price: 18.5 AUD
Availability: InStock

SKU DXVA20-1200A

BARCODE 810941030383

By: Dewalt

$18.50 - $18.50

$18.50

$18.50 - $18.50

$18.50

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Product Description

DeWALT Foam Filter for 15L Wet & Dry Vacuum (DXVA20-1200A) – Vacuum Filter

Instantly maximize the devastating liquid extraction capabilities of your DeWALT machine and absolutely protect the highly expensive motor from catastrophic water damage with the genuine DeWALT Foam Filter for 15L Wet & Dry Vacuum (DXVA20-1200A). When transitioning your heavy-duty shop vac from sucking up dry dust to violently extracting massive liquid spills or flooded bathrooms, leaving the standard paper filter installed is a fatal error. The paper instantly turns to mush, tearing apart and allowing water to flood directly into the electrical turbine. This elite, highly specialized vacuum filter acts as the ultimate aquatic shield. Crafted from thick, highly porous synthetic foam, it wraps securely around the filter cage, allowing massive volumes of water to pass through while physically blocking heavy wet debris, mud, and hair from entering the motor housing.

Engineered for extreme commercial durability and unparalleled cost efficiency, this genuine DeWALT foam sleeve is 100% fully washable and infinitely reusable. After a brutal day of extracting muddy floodwater, you simply slide it off, rinse it under a high-pressure tap, let it air dry, and it is instantly ready for the next job. Specifically designed as an exact-fit OEM replacement for the highly popular DeWALT DXV15T 15L Wet & Dry Vacuum, this highly economical, eco-friendly shop vac filter is the absolute non-negotiable accessory for plumbers, detailers, and tradespeople demanding flawless, high-volume wet extraction without destroying their equipment.

Who Is The DeWALT Foam Filter Ideal For?

The DXVA20-1200A delivers ultimate wet extraction protection and is 100% washable. It is highly recommended for:

Plumbers & Flood Restoration Teams: Utilizing a highly specialized vacuum filter to safely extract massive volumes of contaminated water, thick mud, and sewage blockages without the heavy debris entering and destroying the vacuum's motor.
Automotive & Mobile Detailers: Relying on the foam barrier when aggressively extracting hot water and heavily soiled shampoo from deeply stained car seats and carpets, ensuring the vacuum maintains peak suction.
Construction & Tradespeople: Keeping genuine DeWALT shop vac filters in the work van to instantly swap out their paper filters when a pipe bursts on a jobsite, allowing for immediate, safe water cleanup.
Domestic Homeowners: Executing highly cost-effective, eco-friendly maintenance. Because the filter is washable and reusable, it completely eliminates the massive ongoing cost of constantly buying disposable paper filters.

Key Features and Performance Benefits:

Crucial Motor Protection for Liquids: The ultimate defense mechanism. When sucking up massive water spills, this thick foam barrier stops heavy sludge, wet hair, and large debris from being sucked directly into the spinning suction turbine, preventing catastrophic motor failure.
100% Washable & Highly Reusable: Completely eco-friendly and cost-saving. When the foam gets completely clogged with heavy black mud, you simply slide it off, aggressively hose it out with clean water, air dry it, and it is perfectly restored.
Maintains Peak Suction Power: Standard paper filters clog instantly when wet, dropping your suction to zero. This highly porous foam allows massive volumes of air and water to flow freely, ensuring the 15L vacuum never loses its extracting force.
Genuine DeWALT OEM Part: Designed explicitly for the DeWALT DXV15T 15L Wet & Dry Vacuum. Using authentic parts guarantees the foam sleeve is precisely sized to stretch tightly over the filter cage without slipping off during high-RPM operation.
Rapid, Tool-Free Installation: Designed for extreme worksite efficiency. You simply pull your old paper filter off, and stretch this flexible foam sleeve straight over the plastic float cage in seconds.

Technical Specifications & Compatibility:

Brand: DeWALT (Genuine OEM Part)
Part Number: DXVA20-1200A
Product Type: Foam Filter / Vacuum Filter / Shop Vac Filter
Reusability: 100% Washable and Reusable
Function: Primary filtration for wet extraction (Liquid and wet debris).
Compatibility: Engineered explicitly for the DeWALT DXV15T 15L Wet & Dry Vacuum.

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Business days to delivery

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VIC
Melbourne	1 Day
Regional	3–4 Days
QUEENSLAND
Brisbane	1–2 Days
Regional	3–4 Days
SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Adelaide	2–3 Days
Regional	4–5 Days
NORTHERN TERRITORY
All Areas	4–6 Days
WESTERN AUSTRALIA
All Areas	4–6 Days
TASMANIA
All Areas	4–6 Days

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need to switch to a foam filter for water?

Standard vacuum filters are made of delicate pleated paper. If you suck up massive amounts of water, the paper instantly absorbs the liquid, turns into mush, tears apart, and allows water to flood directly into your expensive vacuum motor. A foam filter repels the water but stops the mud.

Can I use this foam filter for vacuuming fine dry dust?

No. Foam is highly porous and designed strictly for liquids and large, wet debris. If you try to vacuum fine drywall dust or concrete powder with this foam filter, the microscopic dust will blow straight through the foam and destroy the motor. For dry dust, you MUST use the paper cartridge filter.

Will this fit my massive 61L DeWALT vacuum?

No. Filter cages are highly proprietary to the exact size of the machine. This specific DXVA20-1200A foam sleeve is explicitly engineered and sized to stretch over the smaller filter cage of the DeWALT DXV15T (15-Litre) vacuum only.

How do I install the foam filter?

It is incredibly easy and tool-free. Remove the motor head from the vacuum. Pull off your existing paper cartridge filter. You will see a plastic 'cage'. Simply stretch this black foam sleeve completely over that plastic cage until it is fully covered.

How do I clean the filter when it gets muddy?

Simply pull the foam sleeve off the vacuum, take it to an outside tap or deep sink, and gently rinse it with warm water until the mud and hair are completely gone. Do NOT aggressively twist or wring it out, as you may tear the foam.

Does it need to be dry before I use it again?

If you are going straight back to vacuuming up MORE water, you can put it back on while it is damp. However, before storing the vacuum away in a dark closet for weeks, you MUST let the foam air-dry 100% completely, or it will grow severe black mold and smell terrible.

Can I wash it in the washing machine?

Absolutely NOT. The violent mechanical agitation and spinning of a washing machine will instantly shred the delicate foam into hundreds of useless pieces. You must gently rinse it by hand.

Is this a genuine DeWALT part?

Yes! This is a 100% authentic DeWALT OEM replacement component. Using genuine foam ensures the cellular structure of the plastic allows the exact correct amount of airflow while trapping dirt.

Will the foam stop water from overflowing the tank?

No, the foam just filters the dirt. Your DeWALT vacuum has a built-in plastic 'float valve' inside the cage. When the water gets too high, that float rises and physically blocks the suction hole, changing the motor pitch to warn you the tank is full.

How often should I replace the foam filter?

Because it is highly washable, a high-quality foam filter can last for many months of heavy commercial use. However, if the foam develops a massive tear, begins to disintegrate, or the pores remain permanently clogged with hard grease, it must be replaced.

Can I use this for vacuuming up hot cooking oil?

No! It is strictly for cold or warm water-based liquids. Vacuuming up boiling hot grease or highly flammable solvents will instantly melt the synthetic foam and poses a catastrophic fire hazard.

Do you offer trade pricing for plumbers?

Yes, Freshway Supplies provides highly competitive volume pricing and trade accounts for plumbing contractors, flood restoration teams, and automotive detailers ordering bulk replacement filters. Contact us to establish your account.