Craftsman CMEW231 Random Orbit Sander Dust Port Size and Vacuum Adapter Guide
Craftsman 5 in. Random Orbit Sander
Specifications
Craftsman CMEW231 Random Orbit Sander Dust Port Size and Vacuum Adapter Guide
The Craftsman CMEW231 is the Craftsman 5 in. Random Orbit Sander. The dust port is round and about 31.6 mm inside and 38.1 mm outside. Those numbers come from an adapter made for this sander, so treat them as close, not exact. Measure your own port to confirm before you buy.
A sander makes fine dust that hangs in the air and gets into your lungs. Pulling it right at the port keeps the air clean. A GulpDust PETG adapter is sized to the port on one end and your shop vac hose on the other end. It is a friction fit. No tape. No clamps.
Craftsman CMEW231 Dust Port and Specs
Port size: please measure to confirm
Source verified, but only one side of the port was confirmed. Measure your port before you buy.
Source we cite: www.printables.com
| Dust port inner diameter | 31.6mm (measure to confirm) |
| Dust port outer diameter | 38.1mm (measure to confirm) |
| Port shape | Round |
| Port location | Side |
| Connection type | Friction fit |
Craftsman CMEW231 Dust Port Size: About 31.6 mm Inside, Round
The dust port on the CMEW231 is round. It is about 31.6 mm on the inside and about 38.1 mm on the outside. Those figures come from an adapter made for this Craftsman sander, so treat them as close, not a hard spec.
Most shop vac hoses are 1-7/8 inch or 2-1/2 inch. They do not fit a 31.6 mm port on their own. That gap is why fine dust sprays out instead of going into the hose.
A GulpDust adapter is printed to match the sander port on one end and your vac hose on the other end. Measure your port first so you order the size that seals tight.
How to Measure Your Craftsman CMEW231 Dust Port
Close caliper jaws around the OUTSIDE of the port stub. That gives you the outer diameter in millimeters. Round to the nearest standard size if your number falls between two.
Next, slide the inside jaws into the port and open them out until they touch the inner wall. That gives you the inner diameter. The inner is what the adapter slides into. The outer tells you how snug the fit will be.
How to Connect a Shop Vac to the Craftsman CMEW231
First, clear any dust out of the port. A clean port gives the best seal.
Press the small end of the PETG adapter onto the port. It is a friction fit, so it holds with a firm push. Then press your shop vac hose onto the other end of the adapter. Turn the vac on before you start to sand.
Craftsman CMEW231 Dust Collection FAQ
What size is the dust port on the Craftsman CMEW231?+
The port is round and about 31.6 mm on the inside and about 38.1 mm on the outside. Those numbers come from an adapter made for this sander, not a Craftsman spec sheet, so measure your own port with calipers before you buy.
Does the Craftsman CMEW231 work with a regular shop vac?+
Yes, with the right adapter. A standard shop vac hose is wider than the Craftsman dust port. The GulpDust PETG adapter fits the tool port on one end and your vac hose on the other.
Do I need clamps or tape to attach the adapter?+
No. The adapter is a friction fit. You push it onto the port and it holds. The same goes for the vac hose end.
Can I print this adapter myself?+
Yes. You can buy the printed PETG part shipped from the US, or download the STL file and print it at home. We suggest PETG with 3 walls and 25 percent infill.