The SYS-GRP Hub is a centralized vacuum control block that routes, isolates, and releases vacuum across multiple workholding zones. Instead of managing hoses back to your pump or Nexus for every task change, you make one move at the bench and the system responds.
What it is (at a glance)
Think of the Hub as the switchboard for vacuum in your shop. Instead of chasing hoses back to a pump or a Nexus every time you change tasks, you make one small move at the bench and the system responds — route a new line, isolate a station, or release safely before you lift.
What it does | Why it matters |
Route | Direct vacuum to specific zones without replumbing |
Isolate | Add or remove stations without power-cycling the source |
Release | Fast, controlled bleed-down across selected lines |
Integration | Mounts on bench/cart/panel; sits between vacuum source and endpoints |
Core components
- Supply port: Main feed from your vacuum source (pump or Nexus+Grabo)
- Distribution manifold: 2–4 port options for routing to pods and rails
- Master release: Fast, controlled bleed-down across selected lines
- Inline valves: Per-line isolation to add or remove stations without power-cycling
- Quick connects: Push-to-connect fittings sized for common SYS-GRP tubing
Where it fits in the system
The Hub lives between your vacuum source and your workholding endpoints:
Upstream (source):
- Vacuum pump
- Nexus Baseplate with Grabo Pro-Lifter 20 or DeWalt Grabo
Downstream (endpoints):
- AnchorPod
- BenchGrip (Minimus, Maximus, Magnus)
- Hydraeus
- FS Rail Vacuum Pods
Place the Hub near the operator so you can route lines cleanly and release without reaching back to the source.
Recommended configurations
Pick the hub size by how many simultaneous jobs you run. A small bench needs a simple split; a station with rails and pods benefits from extra lines and a second release.
Configuration | Best for | Setup | Example |
2-Line Mini (Bench / Cart) | Small benches, single-operator jobs, portable carts | 1 supply in, 2 outputs, single release | AnchorPod on bench + BenchGrip on rail; isolate unused line |
4-Line Bench (Station) | Multi-pod staging, rails + utility, multiple work zones | 1 supply in, 4 outputs, master or per-line releases | 2× AnchorPod zones + 1× BenchGrip + 1× spare |
Mobile Rig (Van / Site) | Jobsite work, organized routing, fast setup/teardown | Panel-mounted hub, labeled/coiled lines, quick-connects | Nexus+Grabo source; route to bench pods; keep spare line |
How many outputs do you need?
Two outputs are fine for:
- Small benches with one or two active work zones
- Simple workflows without simultaneous staging needs
- Setups where you alternate between tasks rather than running multiple zones
Four outputs support:
- Multi-pod arrays with synchronized grip
- Rails plus bench staging with room to grow
- Complex workflows with simultaneous operations
- Future expansion without hub replacement
Compatibility
Works with:
- AnchorPod
- BenchGrip (Minimus, Maximus, Magnus, Harpyie)
- FS Rail Vacuum Pods
- Shaper Plate Pods
Vacuum sources:
- Dedicated vacuum pump
- Nexus + Grabo Pro-Lifter 20 or DeWalt Grabo via baseplate interface
Tubing:
- Push-to-connect SYS-GRP sizes
- Use short runs for best performance
Mounting:
- Standard bench and mount patterns
- Confirm clearance near dog holes and rails
Next steps
- Installation: See SYS-GRP Hub Installation Guide for valve setup, panel mounting, and plumbing instructions
- Daily operation: See SYS-GRP Hub Operation, Maintenance & FAQ for workflow tips and troubleshooting
- Vacuum sources: See SYS-GRP Vacuum Source Options for pump sizing and compatibility
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