Features
- Reduces dust when used with a dust extractor
- Slotted/windowed design provides bit visibility while shroud is attached
- Quick, secure connection to compatible dust extractors
- Functions as both a dust shroud and a depth guide
- Compatible with drywall cut-out tools from the same product family
Specifications
| Color | Clear |
| Is It A Set? | No |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Fitment | 1 in (25.4 mm) |
| Compatible Extractor | DWH161 Universal Extractor (sold separately) |
| Compatible Tools | All DEWALT drywall cut-out tools |
| Dimensions (W×H×D) | 11 × 4 × 5 in |
| Warranty | 3 Year Limited Warranty |
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Clear dust shroud that connects to a dust extractor to reduce airborne dust during drywall cut-out operations. The shroud has a slotted/windowed panel for bit visibility and can be used as a depth guide. It is intended for use in finished spaces and requires a compatible dust extractor (sold separately).
Project Ideas
Business
Dustless Retrofit Cutout Service
Offer a specialized service for occupied homes and offices: precise, dust-controlled cutouts for outlets, low-voltage plates, access panels, and recessed lighting/speakers. Market the clear-shroud visibility and depth-guided accuracy as a ‘no dust, no drama’ upgrade. Equip with the DWH161-compatible extractor to deliver a clean, premium experience.
White-Label Partner for AV/Security Installers
Partner with low-voltage, AV, and security companies to perform all drywall cutouts on their jobs. Your value: fast, clean openings without covering rooms in plastic. The shroud’s windowed design speeds precise box expansions and speaker cuts; you invoice per opening or per room and let partners focus on wiring.
Healthcare and Data Center Access
Provide dust-controlled wall access in hospitals, labs, pharmacies, and server rooms where air quality is critical. Use the shroud with a HEPA extractor (e.g., DWH161 system) and add containment best practices for compliance. Premium pricing justified by reduced contamination risk and zero-downtime work.
Condo/HOA-Friendly Upgrades
Package ‘clean retrofit’ services for condos with strict rules: add new outlets, Wi-Fi pass-throughs, smart switches, and niches with virtually no dust. Offer evening/weekend appointments, documented cleanup, and quiet workflows. The transparent shroud and depth guide help you work quickly and safely inside finished units.
Dustless Toolkit Rental + Training
Rent a complete kit—DEWALT drywall cut-out tool, clear dust shroud, and a compatible DWH161 extractor—plus bits, hose, and a quick-start guide. Include QR video training on layout, using the shroud window for line visibility, and depth settings. Upsell consumables and offer delivery to DIYers and pros.
Creative
Invisible Access Panels
Create clean, flush access panels for plumbing or valve shutoffs by cutting precise rectangles with the shroud acting as a depth guide so you don’t nick pipes. The clear, windowed shroud keeps lines visible and, paired with a HEPA extractor, controls dust in finished spaces. Add magnetic catches and paint to match for a truly hidden panel.
Layered Geometric Accent Wall
Design a modern feature wall by cutting crisp geometric shapes out of drywall, then stacking and offsetting layers for shadow lines. Use the slotted/windowed shroud to trace and see your bit while the depth guide keeps cuts consistent. Integrate shallow LED strip channels with minimal cleanup thanks to dust extraction.
Flush-Mount Acoustic Panels
Retrofit shallow recesses to flush-mount acoustic panels in a media room or studio. The shroud’s depth control helps you avoid over-cutting into framing, while visibility slots keep your template edges in view. Reduced dust means you can work in a furnished room without covering everything in plastic.
Ceiling Speaker and Starry Sky Install
Cut perfect ceiling circles for in-ceiling speakers and a grid of tiny holes for fiber-optic ‘star’ lights. The clear shroud keeps layout marks in sight and the extractor limits airborne dust above furniture. Great for turning a bedroom into a mini planetarium or upgrading a home theater.
Recessed Niche Retrofit
Add a decorative niche between studs for entryway keys, plants, or bath storage. Use the shroud as a depth guide to avoid hitting utilities and maintain clean edges. Because the shroud ties into a dust extractor, you can open walls in occupied homes with minimal mess.