STANLEY SL18115P 5-Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum
Priced as of May 20, 2026
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Last reviewed May 20, 2026
TL;DR Corded 5-gallon wet/dry vac with blower; 4 peak HP is a marketing surge figure — no independent CFM data available. 75 dB per manufacturer spec (below the 85 dB hearing-protection threshold). No UL or ETL listing from a primary source. Basic foam filtration.
What it is and how it performs
The SL18115P is a 120V corded 5-gallon canister vac (960W, 8A draw) with a blower port. The "4 Peak HP" is a startup surge figure; no CFM spec or independent test is available. Filter is basic foam and cloth bag — no HEPA. Hose is 1-1/4 inch, narrower than the standard 2.5-inch shop-vac ecosystem.
Who should buy this — and who should skip it
Fits homeowners needing occasional garage-floor and car-interior cleanup in tight spaces — the 5-gallon footprint stores compactly. Skip if fine-dust collection from power tools or brake dust is the goal; a cartridge-filter unit handles that better. Also skip if 2.5-inch accessory compatibility matters.
Safety and environmental impact
No UL or ETL listing confirmed from a primary source as of May 2026. The 75 dB manufacturer-stated noise level falls below the 85 dB threshold where standard occupational safety guidelines recommend hearing protection. No active CPSC recall identified.
Frequently asked questions
What is the actual suction performance of the STANLEY SL18115P?▾
The Amazon listing does not include a CFM (cubic feet per minute) spec for the SL18115P. The '4 Peak HP' designation is a marketing surge figure — it measures motor startup power, not sustained suction performance. No independent community CFM test or tool-review measurement has been published for this model as of May 2026. Suction claims should be treated as manufacturer-stated only until independent CFM data is available.
Is the STANLEY SL18115P UL or ETL certified?▾
No UL listing or ETL certification has been confirmed for the SL18115P. UL Product iQ and the Intertek ETL directory were inaccessible during May 2026 research. The Amazon listing makes no UL or ETL certification claim. If US electrical safety certification is a requirement, verify directly via UL Product iQ (iq.ulstandards.com) or the Intertek ETL directory before purchase.
Who manufactures the STANLEY SL18115P vacuum?▾
The STANLEY brand is owned by Stanley Black & Decker. Consumer shop vacuums sold under the STANLEY name, including the SL18115P, are manufactured by third-party OEMs under license — the Amazon listing shows JND Clean Direct as the current seller. The STANLEY brand license means the product is not made by Stanley Black & Decker's own factories; it is produced by contract manufacturers to Stanley Black & Decker's specifications.
Does the STANLEY SL18115P work with standard shop-vac accessories?▾
The SL18115P uses a 1-1/4-inch hose connection, which is smaller than the standard 2.5-inch shop-vac hose ecosystem used by RIDGID, Shop-Vac, CRAFTSMAN, and most professional-grade shop vacuums. Standard 2.5-inch accessories are not directly compatible. Check accessory compatibility before purchasing replacement hoses, floor nozzles, or specialty attachments.
Is there a CPSC recall on the STANLEY SL18115P?▾
No active CPSC recall was identified for the STANLEY SL18115P as of May 2026. Check cpsc.gov for the most current recall status before use.
From the manufacturer
Marketing copy from STANLEY, via Amazon. Not editorial.
- •🏚️【POWERFUL SUCTION】Wet/Dry Vacuum Powerful to Clean heavy-duty messes pickup, Maximum 4 Peak horsepower motor work toughest for jobs in the house, garage, industry or in the shop.
- •🏠【UNIVERSAL USE】 Great for picking up wet or dry messes in your garage, workshop, or basement; powerful blower port instantly converts vacuum to power blower,Running time over 300.0 hours.
- •🏡【MOVE FREE AND FARTHER CLEANUP】 Premium carrying handle and 360° poly mobile wheel casters make it convenient and easy to transport, Over 16 ft of cleaning reach(6 ft hose, 10 ft power cord and 3 pieces of extension wands) it’s easy to do a farther cleanup for you without unplugging the unit.
- •🏘️【LARGER CAPACITY】 5 gallon tank has a larger capacity enough to empty with the built-in drain to ensure a mess free job; power cord wrap makes organizing the 10 feet power cord easy Ideal for wet and dry pick-ups for your home, garage, upholster and laundry rooms
- •🏗️【ON-BOARD STORAGE】Conveniently store hose, wand and accessory tools on-board so everything is always within reach
- •🏢【WHAT YOU GET】Stanley SL18115P Wet / Dry Vac x 1, 1-1/4"x6’ super flexible hose x 1,extension wands x 3, gulper nozzle, floor nozzle x 1,crevice nozzle x 1,foam filter x 1, dust bag x 1, reusable dry filter x 1, 12-Month Warranty
- •🏨【3 in 1 FUNCTION】With this versatile vac you can vacuum both wet liquid spills and dry debris, dust, saw, dirt or blow leaves away(use blower port), just organize the hose and power cord on top handle and side wraps after using, conveniently
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Manufacturer specifications
- Brand
- STANLEY
- Special Feature
- Portable, Spotless Cleaning, Washable Filter, Wet/Dry, Wheels
- Filter Type
- Cloth, Foam
- Surface Recommendation
- All floors
- Power Source
- Corded Electric
- Other Special Features of the Product
- Portable, Spotless Cleaning, Washable Filter, Wet/Dry, Wheels
- Capacity
- 5 Gallons
- Maximum Suction
- 85 Feet
- Recommended Uses For Product
- Basement, Blowing, Car, Garage, Hard floor, Home, Inflating, Job site, Pet Hair, Warehouse, Workshop
- Color
- Black/Yellow
- Noise Level
- 75 Decibels
- Number of Speeds
- 1
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