I believe Festool has this. Other brands might as well.

 

"Automatically" with a cordless tool ?? I'm thinking "sound activated" maybe?
Or, are you thinking of manually select "Remote" ON/OFF ??
I have a 3-way remote and I love it.
Edit: From the listing. The 3 outlets work simultaneously together, not independently of one another.

 

I use something similar to John Smith in FL. Remote is magnetic. The two outlets work independently of each other. And they're rated for 16a. Not quite as convenient as automatic. But pretty darn close.

Loratap Outlet - 2 Pack

 

Hello Lumber Jocks,
Can any of you suggest an option for automatically starting a corded shop vac when I start my cordless miter saw?
Thanks,
Jim

If you find a solution, (other than what has been suggested) please let us know - as many will be switching to cordless tools in the future.

 

Sorry missed “cordless”. TMK that would have to be via bluetooth which would have to designed into the tool. I use remotes not a big deal my “auto” switch is me. 🙂

 

I just push the one side of the rocker switch.

 

that's way too simple

 

Clap on. Clap off. The Clapper!

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Clapper
https://www.chia.com/products/the-clapper/

 

Would slapping yourself on the forehead set it off? Important information for me I don't need to be startled when I'm in the middle of a DUH moment.

 

I use one similar to the ones posted above with remote...cheap and effective. But if I wanted a true integrated system, I'd go with Festool and depending where you're located, Metabo

 

The auto start systems all require current draw from the tool to start. Festool has a remote switch that is expensive but works well. I have the Festool one for my cordless tracksaw. I agree with the other posters about the cheap remotes. I have 2 that run separate 1200CFM Jet dust collectors. Keeps it simple.

 

Several brands make HEPA filtered dust extractors. They run at lower volume than normal shop vacs because too much pressure can pull a sander into the wood and leave pigtails. Many have variable speed. Festool, Bosch, Makita, Fein and other brands I am sure. I have a Porter-Cable extractor but they don't sell it anymore. They will make your sandpaper last longer and keep your shop air much cleaner. If you don't want to spend that much you can get tool triggered outlet widgets like I-socket that keep the vacuum on for a few seconds after you stop the tool to clear the hose. I've read they wear out quickly though.

 

Clap on. Clap off. The Clapper!

Would slapping yourself on the forehead set it off? Important information for me I don't need to be startled when I'm in the middle of a DUH moment.

Funny.

If anyone took my post about "The Clapper" seriously, don't!

I doubt The Clapper would work well in a typical woodshop, but I have never actually owned one. In the US, their advertisements grabbed people's attention and wended heir way into popular culture. I was joking about that.

 

If your shop/work area is WIFI accessible you could use those Alarm sensors they put on your door/window to activate a Bluetooth outlet (15A, 100-125 V, 60Hz) connected to your vacuum. So you need to have some Tech knowledge to set it up to your network. So it'll activate when you pull miter saw and deactivate when you push/return the saw. You can program the smart outlet to keep running a minute or 2 after the saw is pushed back to it's resting place to collect the residual dust in the air around the saw.
I use the "AQARA" components for my home alarm system they work with Goggle Home, Amazon Alexis & Apple Home Kit. They're affordable and work very well, I buy these from Amazon. Go on Youtube to see how the AQARA system works to make a smart home. I'm no tech expert, I learned everything about AQARA system from watching Youtube. I've never tried it with my power tools but, think it might be possible. Of course for it to work well you must have good internet speed and a decent router.

 

I am a Fe$tool Bluetooth tragic and have invested extensively to take advantage of the convenience... worth every shekel.
Unfortunately there is a limit to Fe$tool tools, so I have to revert to primitive methods for my other machinery.

I initially tried voice activation using "Alexa"... great for start up (albeit machinery and/or my dusty), but because of the noise, I had to scream to get it to turn off... and most of the time my neighbours heard me before Alaxa and came into the workshop to turn it off manually for me.

So I had to revert to other means... I have written a few articles about it... You may get some ideas amongst all the BS I carry on about...
Dust extraction made easy(er) with remote control.
One point shop vac clean up.
FOOT Powered Machinery.

 

Yes, agree that voice activation would be a problem in a shop environment. What I'm suggesting is with the Aqara window/door sensor would activate the Aqara smart outlet/plug to turn on the vacuum when you physically pull/move the saw and deactivated when you return the miter saw back to it's resting place. Only thing is you will need an Aqara hub connected to your network. The Aqara security cameras can be used as the hub to your network and provide security for your shop as well. You can connect 30+ Aqara devices (called child) to the camera via zigbee. Zigbee is the built in protocol that Aqara uses for their devices to talk to each other. Why I went with Aqara to make my home smart is because it was the only product that worked with Apple Home and it's wireless/affordable. Got it on Amazon good deals especially on Black Friday sales. Go on Youtube to get ideas on how to set it up. I'm no tech expert, I watched Youtube and went from there. Also, I never done this with power tools, it's just a theory but, seems feasible.

 

Look at Makita AWS tools

 

I set mine up on a smart plug once and had the same issue with voice activation...

Then I used an rf remote which worked well.

Now I just use the switch.

 

A foot pedal on off switch. Cheap and easy.

 

A must for a scroll saw. Not sure how it would work for others?

Or buy a du$t extractor 😆😆

 

I use these they work great. My dust collector and air compressor are remote and I also use this to stary my router when it is mounted in a table. Clip the remote to your belt .

DEWENWILS Outdoor Wireless Remote Control Outlet Kit, Waterproof Electrical Plug for Indoor Outdoor Lights, Separately Controlled 3 Pack Receivers, 100 Feet RF Signal, UL Listed - Amazon.com

DEWENWILS Outdoor Wireless Remote Control Outlet Kit, Waterproof Electrical Plug for Indoor Outdoor Lights, Separately Controlled 3 Pack Receivers, 100 Feet RF Signal, UL Listed - Amazon.com

www.amazon.com

calabrese55

 

I’ve got two with remotes, one does both my radial arm and router table, and one for my ts guard. One is very reliable , one is wonky. I also have one regular plug in type for my small bandsaw.

Question - why should you get one with 3 outlets?

 

For me, I used controllers for my air filter, shop vac and dc