These are genuine ProTeam Intercept Micro filter bags (part 103191) for the Everest, Hummer XL, and Lil Hummer XL backpack vacuums - the consumable that decides how well a backpack vac actually filters. Each bag carries 580 square inches of double-pleated micro filter media that captures 99% of particles at 1 micron and holds particles down to 0.1 micron, so the air the vacuum exhausts past the operator's face stays clean even as the bag loads up.
Built for
Janitorial contractors running nightly office routes burn through bags on a schedule, and the 10 pack is sized for exactly that - one box in the supply closet covers a backpack for months. Schools and universities favor Intercept Micro bags for indoor air quality programs because the sub-micron retention pulls chalk dust, dander, and fine grit out of circulation rather than blowing it back into classrooms. Hotels and contract cleaners on day-porter duty appreciate the tear-resistant multi-layer construction; a bag that splits inside a backpack is a mess nobody has time for mid-shift.
The pleated design is not marketing: pleats add roughly 21% more filtration surface than a flat-walled bag, which means airflow (and suction at the wand) stays higher for longer as the bag fills. ProTeam recommends swapping the bag when it reaches about three-quarters full - these are disposable filters and are not designed for reuse.
Specifications
Genuine ProTeam Intercept Micro filter bag, part number 103191. Fits Everest, Hummer XL, and Lil Hummer XL backpack vacuums. 580 square inches of media per bag. Double-pleated, multi-layer construction. 99% filtration at 1 micron; retention to 0.1 micron. 10 bags per pack.
Frequently asked questions
Which ProTeam vacuums use the 103191 bag?
The Everest, Hummer XL, and Lil Hummer XL backpack vacuums. Other ProTeam backpacks like the Super CoachVac use the 10-quart 100331 bag instead - check your model before ordering.
When should the bag be changed?
ProTeam recommends replacing the bag at about three-quarters full. Waiting until it is packed solid drops suction noticeably and works the motor harder.
Can these bags be emptied and reused?
No. They are disposable micro filters - the media traps fine dust in its layers, and emptying or reusing a bag releases that dust and degrades filtration.
Do genuine bags really matter for backpack vacuums?
Yes. The bag is the primary filter in these machines. Generic bags with less media or poor collar fit reduce airflow and let fine dust through to the exhaust, which the operator wears all shift.
Discount Cleaning Products is an authorized dealer with US-based customer service. Our team works with janitorial contractors, facility managers, and restoration professionals every day, so if you are not sure this is the right fit for your equipment or your cleaning program, contact us before you order and we will help you match the correct product.
