I had been looking for a long time to find a filtration system that met my needs. Those that I had seen in my local tool shop had too large of a foot print, were too high, were too heavy and too expensive. I read the reviews on Amazon for the big brand offerings and was not impressed with what the reviewers had to say until I read the reviews for the Shop Fox.
Having only a 7'-0" basement height, I found the low 10" profile of this unit to be perfect. The unit is unbelievably quiet at all speeds. Having hung the filtration system from the ceiling joists, I was concerned about noise transfer to the floor above in the event that the floor construction of the house would amplify the sound and I would hear its operation in my den above. I could not hear the unit from the den.
The high fan speed setting gives me 12.5 air changes per hour resulting in a noticeable difference in the air quality. After a session in the shop I did notice some dust on shop surfaces but this is understandable, because by its nature, this type of system does not connect directly to dust producing equipment but filters the saw dust after it becomes airborne. Before considering this unit, make sure the air volume of this system is adequate for the size of your shop. You may find that you need a system capable of more air volume than this unit can provide.
The more the number of air changes per hour, the better will be its filtration but you may find that with extra air volume you will get increased discharge air velocity which could be a nuisance in the shop. I would not consider a system resulting in an air change rate much less than the 12.5AC I am getting.
The filters are easily accessible but I have not used the system long enough to see how long the pre-filter will last nor how easy it will be to clean the internal filter.
As for the remote control, you need to be fairly close and not on much of an angle to the unit for the unit to receive the signal. The speed control can be adjusted from either the unit or the remote. However, it would have been nice to be able to control the timer from the unit where now it can only be controlled from the remote.
So far I am extremely happy with this unit.
| Manufacturer | Woodstock International INC |
|---|---|
| Part Number | W1830 |
| Item Weight | 33.2 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 17 x 20 x 10 inches |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | W1830 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Color | White |
| Style | Air Filter |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number of Handles | 1 |
| Included Components | Hanging Chains, Outer Filter, Inner Filter, Air Filter Unit, Remote Control, Ceiling Hooks, Machine Hooks |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
