Hand Held Vacuum Cleaners

Hand held vacuum cleaners are perhaps the most convenient models for a variety of smaller jobs. Because they are the smallest and most lightweight models, they can be easily wielded to clean a small spill or spot of dirt. In addition, their light weight makes them convenient for cleaning overhead and other areas that are above waist level without tiring. For example, they are very useful for cleaning drapes or blinds, or along ceilings or upper walls.

Hand held models can be corded or cordless; the cordless models are very convenient for cleaning within cars. Their compact heads fit readily into a dashboard and many of the small spaces within a car. The cup holders, center console and pockets in car doors are all easily managed with a small hand held cleaner.

One disadvantage to small hand held models in comparison to other models of vacuum is their capacity and the lack of surface area covered by a single sweep of the vacuum’s head. Because their heads are so small and compact, they are not practical for cleaning large areas. Additionally, their dirt cups are small and can become full quickly, requiring frequent emptying. Some models have less power than upright, cylinder or canister vacuum models, although many hand held models can be very powerful.

The size of object that can be aspirated by a hand held vacuum is predominantly limited by its head size. This can be an advantage over uprights and canister models, as fewer parts of the hand held model can become clogged.

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