Kenmore 53292 Type Q HEPA Replacement Dust Bags for Canister Vacuum 81214
- Canister Bag
- 2.2 quarts
- HEPA filter media
- 1
- More reviewed than 89%
The straightforward choice if your Kenmore canister takes Type Q bags. Six bags at 2.1 liters each is a long stretch of cleaning, and sealed disposal is the main practical advantage over a bagless machine.
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How it ranks among the 9 canister bags we track
4.8★ across 6,400 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
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Overview
Kenmore's 53292 is a six-pack of Type Q dust bags for its canister vacuums, covering a long compatibility list that includes the 81214, 81414, 81714, 21814 and the BC3005 and BC7005 models. Each bag holds 2.1 liters and uses HEPA media rated to capture 99.97 percent of particles down to 0.3 micron, which suits anyone who would rather not empty a dust cup.
- Six bags in the pack, refills last a while
- 2.1 liters per bag means fewer changes
- HEPA media down to 0.3 micron
- Locks into place in a single step
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Sealed disposal keeps fine dust out of the room
- 2.1 liters per bag means infrequent changes
- Six bags cover a long service interval
- Fits a broad span of Kenmore canister models
- Only Type Q machines, not Type C or O
- An ongoing consumable cost unlike bagless
- No way to see the bag filling up
- Wrong-type bags will not seat correctly
Performance notes
Bagged vacuums hold an advantage that matters for allergy households: the debris never re-enters the room. Emptying a bagless cup releases a plume of the finest dust straight back into the air you just cleaned. A sealed HEPA bag is lifted out intact, so the 0.3 micron rating applies at disposal as well as during use.
Specifications
| Brand | Kenmore |
|---|---|
| Model | 53292 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 11.7 ounces |
| Item Depth | 9.4 inches |
| Item Dimensions | 9.4 × 15.5 × 0.1 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 2.2 quarts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | HEPA filter media |
| Color | White |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Compatible Devices | Vacuum Cleaner |
| Compatible Vacuum Cleaner Models | Kenmore 21814, Kenmore 81214, Kenmore 81414, Kenmore 81615, Kenmore 81714, Kenmore BC3005, Kenmore BC7005 |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 6 |
| Included Components | bags^6 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Lightweight |
| Item Type Name | Type Q HEPA Replacement Dust Bags for Canister Vacuum 81214, 81414, BC4040, 81714, 21814, BC2005, BC3005, BC3006, 81615, BC4039, BC7005 |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in canister bags.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenmore 53292 Type Q HEPA Replacement Dust Bags for Canister Vacuum 81214This product | 4.8 / 5 | 6,400 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Miele Genuine Vacuum Cleaner AirClean Dust Bags Type FJM Pack of 8Miele | 4.8 / 5 | 4,000 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Oreck Vacuum Cleaner Bags for Buster B Canister VacsOreck | 4.8 / 5 | 1,300 | 4.2 / 5 |
| 3 Eureka Type MM Mighty Mite Canister Vacuum BagsDVC | 4.6 / 5 | 122 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Miele 12281680 HyClean 3D Efficiency GN Vacuum Cleaner Bags for Bagged Miele Vacuum…Miele | 4.7 / 5 | 1,400 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Kenmore 53292
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Which vacuums take the Kenmore 53292 Type Q bag?
Listed models include the 21514, 21614, 21714, 21814, 81214, 81414, 81614, 81615, 81714, BC3002, BC3005, BC3006, BC4039 and BC7005. Confirm your canister takes Type Q rather than Type C or O.
How much does each bag hold?
2.1 liters of debris per bag, a larger capacity than a typical bagless dust cup, which means longer stretches between changes.
Are these HEPA rated?
Yes. The bag media is rated to capture 99.97 percent of dust and pollen down to 0.3 micron, so debris stays sealed inside the bag as you remove it.