Question 1

Is 4.3 peak HP enough for a shop vacuum?

Accepted Answer

Peak horsepower is a marketing figure measured at the motor's best moment, not steady suction. A 4.3 peak HP unit is in the normal range for a 5-gallon vacuum and handles sawdust, dirt and small spills. For long runs of heavy debris, a larger tank matters more than the horsepower number.

Question 2

Can it pick up water?

Accepted Answer

Yes. It is a wet/dry vacuum, so it takes up spills and standing water when fitted with the correct filter setup. Empty and dry the tank before switching back to dry pickup.

Question 3

What is the blowing function for?

Accepted Answer

You move the hose to the blower port and use it to push dust off shelves, clear grass clippings from a walkway or inflate large items. It is a light-duty blower, not a replacement for a leaf blower.

Question 4

How big is the tank and how often will I empty it?

Accepted Answer

The tank holds 5 gallons. That is fine for car cleaning and small jobs, but a full garage cleanout or a drywall project will fill it several times. A 10- or 12-gallon vacuum cuts down on emptying.

Question 5

Does it come with filters and attachments?

Accepted Answer

Check the listing for the exact contents, since bundles vary. At minimum expect a hose, extension wands and a utility nozzle; a cartridge or foam filter is needed for wet pickup.

Question 6

How does it compare with a 12-gallon shop vacuum?

Accepted Answer

It is smaller, lighter and easier to store, and it costs less than most 12-gallon units. The trade-off is capacity and often airflow. Choose this for occasional jobs and tight storage; choose a bigger canister for repeated heavy cleanup.

Question 7

Where is the thinkstar 5 Gallon 4.3 Peak HP 3-in-1 Wet Dry Shop Vacuum with Blowing Function cheapest?

Accepted Answer

At eBay, for $119.00, as of our latest check.

Question 8

Where can I buy the thinkstar 5 Gallon 4.3 Peak HP 3-in-1 Wet Dry Shop Vacuum with Blowing Function?

Accepted Answer

5 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Home Depot, Wayfair, eBay, Sears.

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