Vacuum Clamp for Woodworking – VAKO VC-225 Large Bench System

Vacuum Workholding for Precision Woodworking

The VAKO VC-225 is a bench-mounted vacuum clamp built for routing, sanding, trimming, and edge work. Full access to all four edges. No clamps in the way. No marks on your workpiece.

Connect to a vacuum pump, position your workpiece, pull vacuum, and work. Festool discontinued the Vac-Sys. This is what woodworkers are replacing it with.

Key Features
✔️ Hands-Free Workholding
Unobstructed access to edges and surfaces.

✔️ Fast Setup
Position, pull vacuum, start working.

✔️ Bench-Mounted
Mounts with included hardware or standard 11mm T-track.

✔️ High-Grip Gasket
Secure hold without marring the workpiece.

✔️ Low-Profile Body
Clears router bases, sanders, and flush trim bits.

✔️ Modular
Run one or multiple clamps for larger panels and repeatable setups.

Applications
Routing edges and profiles
Sanding and finishing
Flush trimming
Edge banding and laminate work

Compatibility
For vacuum systems pulling 20 inHg or greater. Configured with a 6mm push-to-connect fitting.

What’s Included
1 × VAKO Vacuum Cup 225 mm (round or rectangular)
1 × Swivel locking fixture
Pre-installed 6mm push-to-connect fitting

Optional Add-Ons
Vacuum pump
Coiled hose
Foot pedal

Built by a woodworker. Designed for real work.