Understanding Mower Deck Adapters (MDA) - Your Connection to Superior Performance

Various lawn mower Mower Deck Adapters for leaf collection and debris management are displayed.

A Mower Deck Adapter (MDA) is a critical component that facilitates the efficient transfer of debris from your mower deck to your Cyclone Rake. This attachment ensures seamless operation, making yard cleanup easier and more effective. For first-time grass collection system users, adding an MDA to your Cyclone Rake order is highly recommended.

Construction & Durability

  • Manufactured from high-density polyethylene for superior strength

  • Designed to handle various debris, including grass, leaves, nuts, and occasional rocks

  • Built to withstand abrasive materials and harsh conditions

  • Engineered without constriction points to minimize clogging and improve efficiency


Compatibility

MDAs are designed to work seamlessly with all Cyclone Rake models, including:

  • Traditional dual-pin systems

  • New CRS (Cyclone Rake Single) models


Cut vs. Uncut MDAs:

The type of MDA is specific to the make and model of your tractor. We have dozens of Mower Deck Adapters (MDA) that fit a variety of different deck shapes. To accommodate these different mower deck designs, we offer two types of MDAs:

A Custom Cut Mower Deck Adapter for directing airflow or material in specific applications.

Cut MDAs

About half of our MDAs are pre-cut specifically for decks with odd shapes that would be too difficult for someone to cut at home. These are designed for unique or complex deck openings, making installation quick and easy without modifications.

A green uncut Mower Deck Adapter.

Uncut MDAs

For decks with common rectangular openings, we offer uncut MDAs. Even if multiple decks have similar rectangular openings, slight variations may exist that we may not be aware of. Cutting your own MDA ensures a much better fit for your specific mower. Our uncut MDAs include step-by-step installation instructions and a video tutorial, making customization simple with basic tools.


Finding the Right MDA for Your Mower

Choosing the correct Mower Deck Adapter (MDA) is easy!

Not Sure Which MDA You Need?

Just provide our team with the following details about your mower:

  • Make

  • Full Model Number

  • Deck Size

Our experts will help match you with the right adapter for your setup. You can also check our Mower Compatibility Guide to see if your mower’s MDA is listed.


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FAQ

Do I need a mower deck adapter for the Cyclone Rake?

f you already have a mower deck adapter from a previous bagging system, you can absolutely use it with the Cyclone Rake. We’ll even include a rubber collar at no charge to help connect it properly. If you don’t have an adapter, we offer our own Mower Deck Adapter for $119 (when purchased with a new Cyclone Rake). Made from high-density polyethylene, it’s tough, clog-resistant, and designed to fit a wide range of mower deck styles.

How thick are the MDA support blocks?

The MDA support blocks are 1/4" thick.