Fumeclear® FC-2003 Portable Laser Fume Extractor with Dual-Port for 20-30w Laser Engraver

I have had this unit for 1 year now, and am happy with its performance. It is nice that the fan has multiple levels that you can run it, because at full-bore it is rather loud (and not always necessary). My only complaint is that out of the 10 pre-filters that came with it, 2 of them were cut about 3/4 of an inch too short in one direction, so they didn't fully seal in the opening of the filter housing. This isn't a complaint about the quality of the extractor, just a quality control issue.

I purchased this for use with a fiber laser, and planned to do heavy burning/ablation of steel & brass. Be aware that when doing this, you go through pre-filters FAST. I could only run the laser for about 3 hours before noticing a decrease in suction from the fume extractor. After 8 hours, I needed to replace the pre-filter, as it was utterly clogged with particulates. This is GOOD, because it means it was very effective at trapping dust that would have otherwise gone into the air, and been breathed in. Just be aware that if you plan to do this kind of laser work (depth map engraving on brass coins, etc.), stock up on a LOT of pre-filters.

Overall, I highly recommend this unit.

This fume extractor works perfectly! The suction power is strong, and the dual-port design makes it easy to use for two workstations at the same time. It��s surprisingly quiet for how powerful it is, and the filters are easy to change. It keeps the air clean and fresh while I work. Highly recommend for anyone needing a reliable fume extractor!

One of the bamboo plastic extractors failed. They replaced it no problem. Although, I have a separate air quality meter and sometimes it doesn��t get all the particulates.

First let me say that the FC-2003 is a wonderful unit for 30w diode lasers. The diode I have does have an evacuation fan but it was average at best. I could smell the burning of the wood quite strongly using it. Then I bought the FC-2003 and I have to stay it is awesome! No more burning smell and from a health perspective I am very glad of that. The unit is well made, metal, small but powerful, everything I wanted. My only complaint is that the remote control is practically useless. You literally have to be a foot or 2 away from it for it to work. A friend of mine bought the same unit about the same time I did and he had the exact same issue. I would have given this unit a 4.5 rating if I could as the remote is a minor aspect to this unit. Either way... I am very happy with this and if this fits your needs you will be too!

I bought this after wasting money on a different fume machine brand. I was skeptical but have been so happy with this machine! It��s doing exactly what it should be doing with removing smoke and the majority of fumes. I use this in a laser. If you plan to do that you will need to buy the 50mm hose attachment. That��s the only thing I didn��t love but it��s not a big deal. The filter has last a lot longer than I thought it would. I��ve had to replace the top filter piece (can��t remember what it��s called) several times but those are really cheap. This machine is a great price considering what I was looking to buy elsewhere. It��s not very big but does take up a little space. I like that it��s on wheels. Helps move it around when I need to change filters. It��s kinda loud but all of these machines are that way so it��s not a problem for me. Overall it works really well. I��m really happy with it!!!