New to me CT 36 - Does not seem as strong as my Rigid

[Timtool]

yeah and don't forget the HEPA certification, i had a look at the ridgid website and there is no mention of their vacs or filters being HEPA certified or any other scientifically valid classification, the only mention i saw was that their special allergen filter is not EPA certified...
If their tools had passed the tests with success believe me it would be mentioned in giant letters, these are DIY tools and shouldn't be used by professionals(or anybody concerned about their health) or with any hazardous dust including saw dust.