Product Test: BenchVent Units vs Chinese Imports
We are often told that Chinese air extraction equipment for the hobby and model making market can be obtained for less than half the price of our comparable units. BenchVent BV300S-D and BV555-D may appear expensive at first glance, but if you look at it over the projected life of the product, then you may be surprised to learn that our units represent considerably better value.
In a recent product test, we compared our BV300S-D and BV555-D units with a Chinese import of similar function to showcase the disparity in price and safety standards offered to the user.
Cost Comparison Table
The table below highlights the true annual cost of the fume extraction units. Although a higher initial outlay, a much more impressive lifespan ensures the investment you make in BenchVent products heavily reduces your need to replace anytime soon.
Your health is very important so it is also right to look for the unit that will protect your well-being as well as you pocket! As a UK manufacturer of spray booths, we have certain guidelines laid down by the Health & Safety Executive (http://www.hse.gov.uk/) in relation to their design and build. One of them is the minimum airflow requirement. This is recommended at 0.6m/s (meters per second) at the filter face. All BenchVent unit exceed this and this is the average across the whole filter.
The Chinese version we tested had a reading of 0.2m/s directly in front of the fan and 0.1m/s at the edges. We positively clamp our filters to hold them in place. This ensures that there can be no bypass of contaminated air around the filters.
Ideal Solution for Model Makers
The BV300S-D and Exagon units are designed for home hobby use when making and painting models. Neat and compact, these units can be moved on and off the workbench easily, protecting you and your models and ensure all overspray, dust and odour are removed from the room. The fine particles are trapped in the high volume particulate filter and the odour is vented down the duct to the outside, ensuring your workplace is kept clean and free of contaminants that can affect the quality of finish on the models you are working on.
What’s more, both the BV300S-D and Exagon units eliminate the use of face masks or other forms of ventilation aids.This places less restrictions on the user, making carrying out model praying and other hobby tasks even more enjoyable.
Make the Switch to BenchVent
When it comes to spray modelling, trust BenchVent for quality, value and peace of mind. For more information, contact us now on 01423 790039 or through our online contact form.
Further product information:
BV300S-D – http://www.benchvent.com/bv300sd-a3-extraction-unit
BV555-D – http://www.benchvent.com/bv555-d-lightweight-desktop-spray-booth