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Milwaukee Debris Separator
Milwaukee Debris Separator

Milwaukee Debris Separator

The Milwaukee Debris Separator transforms your dust-collection workflow by acting as a dedicated pre-separator that shields your main filter from bulky debris. With a single Debris…

Milwaukee MPN 0990-20
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About Product Overview

The Milwaukee Debris Separator transforms your dust-collection workflow by acting as a dedicated pre-separator that shields your main filter from bulky debris. With a single Debris Separator included per package, this Milwaukee accessory is purpose-built to extend filter life and maintain strong suction on busy job sites.

Why this Debris Separator matters

  • Protects your HEPA/primary filter: By capturing larger particles upstream, it reduces clogs and wear on the main filtration stage, helping your system run smoother for longer.
  • Maintains consistent suction: Less debris reaches the primary filter means steadier airflow and fewer performance dips during long cleanup sessions.
  • Delivers cleaner air, faster: With bulky material intercepted early, you’ll experience less swirling dust and more efficient capture of fine particles downstream.
  • Reusable and easy to clean: Designed for repeated use on demanding jobsites; quick to wipe down between cleanups and ready for the next project.

Ideal use cases

  • Drywall and plaster cleanup where large scraps accompany fine dust
  • Woodworking and sanding operations that generate sawdust and chips
  • Construction cleanups requiring rapid debris separation from dust
  • Renovation projects where maintaining suction reliability matters

How it works and installation tips

Attach the Debris Separator to your Milwaukee dust collection system or compatible shop vac setup ahead of the primary filter. The pre-separation design diverts heavier debris away from the filter path, keeping the main filtration stage cleaner and more effective. Ensure a snug connection and check for any gaps that could allow unfiltered air to bypass the separator. After use, detach and wipe clean to preserve optimal performance for the next task.

Care and maintenance

Regularly inspect for clogs or trapped debris, especially after heavy tasks like cutting or sanding. Clean the separator’s interior surface to prevent buildup, and reattach securely before resuming work to maintain optimal suction and filtration performance.

What’s in the box

  • 1 Debris Separator

The Details Specifications

Brand Milwaukee
SKU 2048337
UPC 045242287031
Unit 0
Case Pack Quantity 2 per case
Retail Unit Quantity 1
Unit of Measure 0 0
Dimensions (L × W × H) 10 × 22 × 15
Weight 7 lbs
Cubic Feet 2.42909 ft³
Country of Origin VIETNAM
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