NaceCare NQ-100 The Quick Battery Stick Vacuum – 25.2V, 120-Min Runtime, 7 lbs
NaceCare NQ-100 Battery Stick Vacuum – 120-Minute Cordless HEPA Cleaning
The NQ-100 The Quick runs two 25.2V lithium-ion batteries for up to 120 minutes of cordless operation — enough to cover large commercial floors without swapping power sources mid-job. At 7 lbs it can be carried up stairs, detached from the body for crevice work, and stored vertically. The filter pod system seals dust at disposal, which matters in facilities where cross-contamination from bag changes is a concern.
NQ-100 Battery, Runtime, and Filtration Specs
- Voltage: 25.2V per lithium-ion battery, two included — swap without powering down to extend uninterrupted runs
- Runtime: Up to 120 minutes combined on a full dual-battery charge; 2-speed motor lets operators save capacity on low-traffic passes
- Filtration: 0.3-micron HEPA-grade filter at 99.97% efficiency — meets the threshold for mold and fine-dust environments
- Pod capacity: 1.0 qt sealed dust pod; pod indicator light signals when a replacement is needed before the pod overfills
- Battery cycles: 1,500 rated charge cycles per cell before measurable capacity drop
- Weight: 7 lbs total — operators report reduced arm fatigue on continuous shifts versus upright models
Where the NQ-100 Fits in Commercial Facilities
The NQ-100 was designed for facilities where corded vacuums create trip hazards or where outlet access is limited — hotel corridors, airport gate areas, multi-floor office buildings, and schools with open hallways. The detachable body also reaches bleacher risers and stairwells that upright vacuums cannot access. For cleaning companies running day-porter programs, the dust-free pod swap means disposals happen in public areas without releasing visible debris. The Nu-Assist training program included with purchase covers onboarding for new staff without requiring a manufacturer service call.
Award Recognition and Warranty
The NQ-100 received recognition in Sanitary Maintenance magazine's innovation category. It carries a 1-year manufacturer warranty on parts and the motor, with Nu-Assist training support accessible via the NaceCare portal. The recycled-material pods are rated for standard commercial waste streams.
| Voltage | 25.2V |
| Batteries included | 2 |
| Runtime (full charge) | 120 min |
| Motor | 300W |
| Filtration | 99.97% @ 0.3 micron |
| Capacity | 1.0 qt |
| Weight | 7 lbs |
| Battery cycles | 1,500 |
| Dimensions (H × L × W) | 48" × 10.63" × 9.44" |