I know I know.. In fact I already did
To be fair , I was only looking for the "best" for my particular application. Finally made a decision though and decided to go with Elicent. I'm sure I'll be more than pleased.
8" Vortex vs 8" Ecoplus Supreme
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I know I know.. In fact I already did
To be fair , I was only looking for the "best" for my particular application. Finally made a decision though and decided to go with Elicent. I'm sure I'll be more than pleased.
naturall_mystic
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I own both the 8" can fan max and the 8" vortex. Purchased both at the same time.
Best build quality - Vortex
Quietest - Vortex
Same size as duct - CanFan Max
Best customer service - Vortex
I am now just sitting on the can fan as an emergency backup. You could always buy both and compare them yourself like I did. I bet money you will decide on the Vortex.
Best build quality - Vortex
Quietest - Vortex
Same size as duct - CanFan Max
Best customer service - Vortex
I am now just sitting on the can fan as an emergency backup. You could always buy both and compare them yourself like I did. I bet money you will decide on the Vortex.
Hey guys I have a econo brand 6in http://www.htgsupply.com/viewproduct.asp?productID=52583
works good and is powerful but its pretty loud. Is a 6inch vortex much quieter or 8 inch maxfan?.
I have 6inch ducts so I was either thinking of a 6inch vortex or the 8inch maxfan with reducer.
works good and is powerful but its pretty loud. Is a 6inch vortex much quieter or 8 inch maxfan?.
I have 6inch ducts so I was either thinking of a 6inch vortex or the 8inch maxfan with reducer.
looks like the vortex is quieter than the max fan..........but will it be much better the my current econo brand?
I've been reading the Max is quieter than the vortex but I haven't run either, interesting.
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Bud Bug
Go with a brand name fan as they will be UL/CUL/ETL/etc.. approved. Saving a few bucks on something "value line" straight out of China with out being tested is not worth it.
There are a lot of in line fan manufacturers that are good and some of them even share the same manufacturer for the motor.
Vortex
Elicent
Can Fan
S&P
Fantech
There are a lot of in line fan manufacturers that are good and some of them even share the same manufacturer for the motor.
Vortex
Elicent
Can Fan
S&P
Fantech
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In~Plain~Site
Having used both Vortex and CF's, I can't really make a case for the additional money it costs to own the CF.
Both are excellent fans, Vortex is easier on the pocket.
Both are excellent fans, Vortex is easier on the pocket.
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Teeg420
I run a vortex 10" = 790cfm
I also run a can fan max 10" = 1019cfm
I prefer the can fan, my friend on the other hand has the vortex 8" and the can fan max 10" and he prefers vortex, its like Ford vs Chevy both good just what ever you prefer.
I also run a can fan max 10" = 1019cfm
I prefer the can fan, my friend on the other hand has the vortex 8" and the can fan max 10" and he prefers vortex, its like Ford vs Chevy both good just what ever you prefer.
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Teeg420, so which one of your 10 inchers is the quietest ?
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Teeg420
I want to say the can fan but they are pretty close to how much noise they put out.
I like the can fan, as well as vortex just depends on what your shop carries.
I have friends who prefer the hydrofarm hoods over the sunlight supply, I on the other hand prefer the sunlight supply hoods.
I like the can fan, as well as vortex just depends on what your shop carries.
I have friends who prefer the hydrofarm hoods over the sunlight supply, I on the other hand prefer the sunlight supply hoods.
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Hackk
Member
Here's a question I have for you all...
For years now I've been running with the same 8" vortex with the same setup (main duct comes in, Y's apart to line of hoods, then separate fans, then comes back together for exhaust). Well, about a week ago, I notice I can hear the beep of my AC turning on (which I could never hear before), and the humming noise of the room "seems" a bit quieter now. The only physical difference I have noticed is the electrical housing plastic box on one of the fans is vibrating a bit, but the fan itself is still running smoothly from what it seems.
Are one of my fans going out? Or am I just imagining things getting quieter? Is there a way to test efficiency?
For years now I've been running with the same 8" vortex with the same setup (main duct comes in, Y's apart to line of hoods, then separate fans, then comes back together for exhaust). Well, about a week ago, I notice I can hear the beep of my AC turning on (which I could never hear before), and the humming noise of the room "seems" a bit quieter now. The only physical difference I have noticed is the electrical housing plastic box on one of the fans is vibrating a bit, but the fan itself is still running smoothly from what it seems.
Are one of my fans going out? Or am I just imagining things getting quieter? Is there a way to test efficiency?
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Bud Bug
If a centrifugal fan is going usually your hear it vibrate on start up if the bearings are bad, it doesn't go full speed because the capacitor went or it just stops working.
