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i-socket 110m Tool and Vacuum Switch

Item #: 20890
Automatically turns on your shop vacuum in sync with your power tool. Perfect for any power tool that benefits from dust collection.
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Overview

Intelligent plug-in switch automatically controls a vacuum or dust collector through the power tool's on/off switch! Eliminates continual running of vacuum to preserve the vacuum motor life. Ideal for miter saws, table saws, sanders, routers and planers. Easy to install - just plug it in! Can be used with any standard 15 amp/125 volt wet/dry vacuum or dust collector system (max 1.0 HP) or power feed unit. Control two tools at the same time! Now you don't have to remember to power the vacuum on and off during every cut - the i-socket does it for you. Automatically turns on the wet/dry vacuum or dust collector when the tool is powered on, and continues running for an additional 7 seconds to clean out the inlet pipe after the tool is powered off.


Features:
  • On-board micro-controller controls the in-rush of current and delay off
  • Designed for medium-duty work loads in the home workshop and on the job site
  • Can be used with any standard 15 amp/125 volt wet/dry vacuum or dust collector system (max 1.0 HP) or power feed unit

Important Notes

  • For indoor use only.

What's included

(1) i-socket 110m Tool and Vacuum Switch

Technical Details

  • Brand: i-Socket
  • Manufacturer Part Number: IS110M
  • Weight (lbs): 0.5500

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Why did you choose this?
Rockler Store
Want my vacuum and miter saw to kick on at the same time when I am ready to cut.
Kristian L on May 31, 2017
Wanted to control my vacuum and miter saw at the same time.
John D on Apr 29, 2017
Want my vacuum and miter saw to kick on at the same time when I am ready to cut.
Kristian L on May 31, 2017
only game in town
Christopher B on May 3, 2017
Wanted to control my vacuum and miter saw at the same time.
John D on Apr 29, 2017
I have one on my table saw and I'm getting another for my miter saw - nice device and makes it convenient.
Safa T on Apr 23, 2017
Needed this
merritt m on Apr 21, 2017
husband is a contractor..he'll keep 2 and give 2 as gifts to fellow employees
LIZ P on Mar 29, 2017
Upcoming projects
Rocklyn K on Mar 15, 2017
Have used these. Great product.
Rick D on Feb 28, 2017
Miter saw cart build
Stephen L on Feb 27, 2017
Going to use it for a drill press and vacuum for dust collection
Peter S on Feb 20, 2017
Tired of having to walk all the way over to turn off the shop vac
Donald C on Feb 7, 2017
Gift!
Jeffrey D on Feb 3, 2017
useful item
Harry M on Feb 1, 2017
As I wanted it for a long time and it went on sale at a good price I ordered it. If it goes on sale again I will order another one.
Robert G on Jan 25, 2017
Step saver!
Stephen P on Jan 18, 2017
Tired of having to turn on vacuum and tool seperatly
Allan C on Jan 17, 2017
Love this switch! It does exactly as advertised.
Joyce D on Jan 8, 2017
Great price
Harold J on Jan 2, 2017
To use with my vac and miter saw
Kenneth M on Dec 23, 2016
needed a solution for inefficient dust collection
DANIEL S on Dec 20, 2016
Nice
DENNIS G on Dec 18, 2016
So I can turn on the vacuum when using my woodworking tools.
Steve H on Dec 3, 2016
my old one quit (after 10+ years) so it was time for another, vac comes on and runs a bit when the tool is turned off, simply the best
K9CHUCK on Nov 28, 2016
This is one of the most useful tools, what an awesome device.
Tony G on Nov 25, 2016
Just what I am looking for and reviews
Barry D on Nov 25, 2016
Just beginning to set up dust collection system for garage-shop and liked the idea and convenience of tool & vacuum single action start/stop.
John C on Nov 20, 2016
It's very handy.
Herbert T on Nov 20, 2016
needed
charles s on Nov 2, 2016
run vacuum at drill press
tom the kitchen guy on Oct 29, 2016
For our cutoff saw and desktop saw.
Al. B on Oct 27, 2016
I have had one of these for about five years. I love it and have the need for a second one.
BRIAN J B on Oct 21, 2016
very useful when used with my saw and dust separator.
GIUSEPPE C on Oct 19, 2016
online reviews
Terry M on Oct 16, 2016
Sale price
dan m on Sep 29, 2016
To replace the one that has failed after 2 years of use.
john s on Sep 27, 2016
to save me the trouble of having to turn on shop-vac before turning on selected power tool
BRIAN C on Sep 25, 2016
turns my shop vac on when I turn my miter saw on
john e on Sep 25, 2016
I have one of these on my miter saw and it is a great tool for running my shop vac in conjunction with it. I wanted another one for my panel saw as well.
Patrick M on Sep 21, 2016
Tired of turning on my vac and then my saw, for convenience and I won't forget to turn on the vac.
Steve W on Sep 20, 2016
This product saves time by eliminating the need to manually switch the dust collector on and off. It also improves safety in the shop by allowing the tool operator to focus on the table saw, band saw, or whatever dangerous power tool they are using when they really need to be focused!
Chris B on Sep 20, 2016
Very handy idea!
Kate M on Sep 20, 2016
These switches are great at keeping me from forgetting to turn on the dust collector! I have one, adding two more for other tools in the shop...
Bobby W on Sep 20, 2016
Want to have an exhaust fan automatically turn on when another machine turns on.
Terra C on Sep 14, 2016
I saw it on a youtube woodworking vid, it looks to be useful
Paul N on Sep 11, 2016
Needed a 2nd unit per the previous comments.
don c on Sep 8, 2016
Have one and need two
Robert P on Sep 3, 2016
need
keystone w on Aug 20, 2016
Convenience
Dack on Jul 31, 2016
Needed and reviews.
Greg on Jul 17, 2016
Convenience in the shop
Ronald K on Jul 11, 2016
only game in town
Christopher B on May 3, 2017
I have one on my table saw and I'm getting another for my miter saw - nice device and makes it convenient.
Safa T on Apr 23, 2017
Does this product come in 240v for use in Australia?
David T on Dec 25, 2016
Anyone have success with this and a Harbor Freight 2HP dust collector....since the HF is really not 2HP?
Rich P on Dec 30, 2015
BEST ANSWER: I have two that I use with shop vacs. It's rated for 15 amps/110 volts. I guess I'd let that be my guide. They work well. I hope it works for you.
How many watts does it take to turn this on?
Patricia N on Aug 30, 2016
BEST ANSWER: The actuation threshold is the minimum amount of current that needs to flow through the primary/TOOL outlet before the microprocessor turns on the secondary/VAC outlet. This current level is set to about 0.7 amps, which is roughly 85 watts at 120V).
Can this be used with a 10" table saw?
Bruce K on Jan 2, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I have used mine on my Dewalt sliding miter saw with no problems whatsoever.I do not, however, know how long it will last.I believe you will be very happy with it.best wishes, bill
i am wanting my dust collection to turn on the I start the foot pedal of my rotary tool. Will this work?
susan w on Jan 7, 2017
BEST ANSWER: Yes, that's what this is designed for. As soon as load is present across the TOOL outlet, the VAC outlet gets power.
I have several tools hooked up to one vacuum. If I plug the vacuum into this and a power strip with the other tools plugged into the tool socket will it still turn on the vacuum when any of the tools in the power switch are turned on?
JOE Z on Sep 9, 2016
BEST ANSWER: I have a similar setup. I have a power strip on my workbench which has a bandsaw, a router table and a miter saw all plugged in. The I-socket has a level amperage needed to actually turn the vacuum on. Every tool I have tried draws enough to always start the vacuum. The reason I mention this is by accident I purchased a couple of 10 watt LED spotlights to light my work area and I am able to plug those into the same power strip, but since they draw so little power they do not trigger the vacuum. Thus a happy accident, I have light always and the vacuum starts when a tool starts. Be aware I believe there is an upper limit on amperage but I have yet to exceed that. I was skeptical when I first purchased but I would buy this again in a heartbeat for my shop.
Instead of plugging in a shop vac could i plug in a light bulb? I'm hard of hearing and would use this as an indicator light
Frank on Oct 11, 2016
BEST ANSWER: Sure. Whatever you plug in will light up as soon as you start the tool.

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Works as advertised, but is not...
Works as advertised, but is not well constructed. Very flimsy for use in a workshop. This is a replacement for one purchased a few months ago. The plastic case broke and it stopped working.
April 18, 2011
I used this item for two...
I used this item for two years until it stopped working inexplicably. When it worked it worked great. The build quality was somewhat poor since the black plastic outer shell was rather brittle. There were 4 small screws that held the circuit board ti the actual outer shell. Before long the small screws were rattling around inside. I had to open it up and re-install the screws. They were loose due to the brittle plastic, it didn't hold the threads. Ultimately something seemed to get fried inside the circuitry and it stopped working. It's just too fragile to use regularly, I commonly used it on my Bosch Miter saw and Bosch Table saw with a Rigid shop vac.
July 14, 2013
Incredibly useful device. Simply put: This...
Incredibly useful device. Simply put: This is a MUST HAVE tool. I have one of these plus a large Shop Vac and all my tools that have a dust collection port get plugged in with this. The moment I saw the i-socket demonstrated, I knew this was a must own. Saves time, electricity from needlessly running your vac too long and effort to switch one thing on, then another... Definitely in the top three of my most used tools, possibly #1 since I use it on basically all my stationary tools and a couple portables.
April 28, 2012
Works just as descibed. A great...
Works just as descibed. A great help in the shop,will work with a variety of diffrent tools.
December 29, 2010
Works Great
Great switch for the dust collection system. Works well. When the saw comes on the dust collector comes on.
September 17, 2015
Purchased
 1 year ago
Woodworking Experience:
Intermediate
Works great
Works great! I'm mostly a "wood butcher" (raised beds, barns and the like) and this is perfect for my needs.
June 6, 2015
Purchased
 over 2 years ago
Woodworking Experience:
Beginner
Auto vac system.
Great product. I had a craftsman version. It finally broke. This I-socket one works just as well. When I pull the trigger on the saw the vac comes on. Keeps the Saw clean.
Close up of the switch mounted on my miter saw stand
View of the entire rig. Miter saw. Shop vac. I-socket switch. Works great.
May 9, 2017
Purchased
 2 months ago
Woodworking Experience:
Intermediate
I had mine for...
I had mine for a couple of years, and it worked great. But over time, the connections overheated and it almost caused a fire in my shop. The plug melted in it. I would recommend a more expensive, higher quality switch.
January 13, 2014
Product worked as stated.
Product worked as stated.
February 22, 2010
Just what I needed
Didn't know such a thing existed. Am I ever happy. I'm currently building a wooden boat and don't need the vacuum going constantly, only when I'm sanding. Also, I like the slight delay feature between the tool and vacuum.
February 11, 2016
Purchased
 1 year ago
Woodworking Experience:
Intermediate

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