Works very well with my old Filtex central vacuum system: the ergonomic handle is an unexpected treat. An on/off switch on the handle turns the vacuum system off remotely from the handle rather than having to disconnect the hose from the wall. The crush resistance of the hose is lower than that of the 25 year old original hose. But then I really don't care because I'm not on the hose. The advantage is that the new hose is lighter.