The Sandia Super Hipster 30-2001 puts the same 1340-watt, 150 CFM motor as a full backpack on your waist instead of your back. For crews working low - fixed seating, under desks, stair runs, theater rows, aircraft and vehicle interiors - carrying weight on the hips instead of the shoulders is the difference between a comfortable shift and a sore one. It is aimed at building service contractors and in-house housekeeping teams who want backpack-class airflow in a 7.5-pound package that does not fight overhead clearance.
Built for
- Building service contractors cleaning offices, corridors and public areas
- Theaters, auditoriums and houses of worship with fixed seating rows
- Hotels and schools running day-cleaning in occupied space
- Transit, aircraft and vehicle interior cleaning where headroom is tight
Use cases
- Fixed-seat and under-furniture work. Hip-mounted weight lets the operator crouch, kneel and reach under rows without a pack shifting on their back.
- Occupied-hours cleaning. A patented noise-suppressing exhaust chamber makes this one of the quieter machines in its class, which is what makes day cleaning politically possible in an office or lobby.
- Detail and edge work. The 5-piece tool kit handles floor, crevice, upholstery and dusting so one operator finishes a room in one pass.
- Operators who dislike backpacks. Crews with back complaints, or working in heat, often accept a hip vac when they will not wear a pack.
What operators notice
Airflow drops as a bag fills - that is the usual reason a vacuum feels weak by the end of a shift. The Hipster uses a bag support plate that keeps the paper micro-bag from collapsing against the intake, so suction stays closer to constant through the bag's life. The disposable heavy-duty paper micro-bag sits inside a washable cloth shakeout bag, which keeps bag changes clean.
The four-way belt tensioner and reversible cap matter more than the spec sheet suggests: the same machine fits a small and a large operator, and left-handed staff can run the hose on their strong side. Unbreakable stainless steel latches and an impact-proof polyethylene body are what keep a shared machine alive through a few years of cart transport.
One packing note worth knowing before you unbox: Sandia ships some tools and the paper bags inside the machine, so check the tank before assuming something is missing.
Specifications
- Capacity: 6 quarts
- Airflow: 150 CFM
- Motor: 1.5 HP, 1-stage, 1340 watts, 11.5 amps, 115 volt
- Filtration: quad-level
- Dimensions: 11 inches high x 8 inches wide; weight 7.5 lbs
- Hose: 1.5-inch industrial hose; reversible cap for left- or right-hand use
- Four-way belt tensioner with ergonomic waist belt
- Power cord: 50 feet, safety cord
- 5-piece standard tool kit included
Frequently asked questions
How is a hip vacuum different from a backpack vacuum?
It uses the same motor and airflow class but carries the weight on the waist rather than the shoulders and back. Operators working low - under fixed seating, under desks, in vehicles - and staff who will not wear a pack generally prefer the hip configuration.
Is it quiet enough to run during business hours?
It uses a patented noise-suppressing exhaust chamber and is one of the quietest machines in its class, which is why it is commonly specified for day cleaning in occupied offices, lobbies and hotels.
Does suction drop as the bag fills?
Less than most. An internal bag support plate keeps the paper micro-bag from collapsing against the intake, which holds airflow more constant through the life of the bag.
What comes in the 5-piece tool kit?
A standard kit covering floor, crevice, upholstery and dust-brush work along with the wand. Check inside the machine when unboxing - Sandia often ships the tools and paper bags inside the tank.
Will it fit a smaller or left-handed operator?
Yes. A four-way belt tensioner adjusts the fit across operator sizes and the reversible cap lets the hose run on either side for left- or right-handed use.
Discount Cleaning Products is an authorized Sandia dealer. Our US-based team stocks the bags, filters, hoses and tools that keep a Hipster running, and can help you decide between the hip and backpack configuration for your building.
