Metal Machining

Metal Machining mist collectors by Air Quality Engineering

Improve air quality and worker safety with Metal Machining mist collectors by Air Quality Engineering. Designed to handle oil mist, smoke, and coolant contaminants in precision machining environments.

Metal Machining mist collectors by Air Quality Engineering

About Metal Machining

Metal machining creates airborne contaminants like oil mist, smoke, and coolant particulate that can compromise air quality and worker health. Air Quality Engineering offers advanced mist and smoke collection systems specifically designed for metalworking applications, improving workplace safety, machine efficiency, and air cleanliness.

Key Features of Metal Machining

Air Quality Engineering’s metal machining solutions include high-efficiency mist collectors, modular designs for easy integration, and advanced filtration for smoke and coolant mist. These systems are engineered to support CNC, grinding, and other machining operations, optimizing air quality and supporting regulatory compliance in metalworking facilities.

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Benefits of Choosing Metal Machining

Metal machining filtration systems reduce harmful airborne particles, improving worker health, maintaining equipment performance, and reducing maintenance costs. These systems promote compliance and operational efficiency.

Metal Machining Specifications

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MistBuster® 500

Specification Details
Airflow Variable up to 500 CFM
Dimensions (L x W x H) 27.10″ x 14.00″ x 17.16″
Inlet Opening 16.62″ x 9.08″
Weight 58 lbs (installed); 69 lbs (shipping)
Primary Filter Electronic collector cell
Efficiency Up to 97.8% on submicron particles
Power Input 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 ph, 2.5 A or 240 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 ph, 1.25 A
Features Variable speed control, compact design, multiple mounting options

MistBuster® 500 Media

Specification Details
Airflow Variable up to 500 CFM
Dimensions (L x W x H) 27.10″ x 14.00″ x 17.16″
Inlet Opening 16.62″ x 9.08″
Weight 58 lbs (installed); 69 lbs (shipping)
Primary Filter Disposable MERV 15 pleated filter
Efficiency 95% MERV 15 filter
Power Input 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 ph, 3.5 A or 240 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 ph, 1.75 A
Features Variable speed control, compact design, multiple mounting options

MistBuster® 850

Specification Details
Airflow Variable up to 850 CFM
Dimensions (L x W x H) 27.10″ x 15.00″ x 27.50″
Inlet Opening 22.42″ x 14.00″
Weight MB850C: 95 lbs (installed); 115 lbs (shipping)
MB850: 103 lbs (installed); 123 lbs (shipping)
Primary Filter Electronic collector cell
Efficiency Up to 99.4% on submicron particles
Power Input 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 ph, 3.9 A or 240 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 ph, 1.95 A
Features Variable speed control, multiple mounting options, optional HEPA filter

MistBuster® 2000

Specification Details
Airflow Variable up to 1,650 CFM
Dimensions (W x D x H) 26.00″ x 27.56″ x 27.50″
Inlet Opening 20.75″ x 16.00″
Weight 203 lbs (installed); 230 lbs (shipping)
Primary Filter Two Advantage™ electronic collector cells
Efficiency Up to 99.6% on submicron particles
Power Input 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 ph, 12.0 A or 240 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 ph, 6.0 A
Features Variable speed control, multiple mounting options, optional HEPA filter

MistBuster® Infinity

Specification Details
Airflow Variable up to 1,000 CFM
Dimensions (L x W x H) 27.10″ x 26.25″ x 31.64″
Inlet Opening Dual inlet: 6″ and 10″ diameter options
Weight Approx. 160 lbs (installed); 185 lbs (shipping)
Primary Filter Electronic collector cell
Efficiency Up to 99.6% on submicron particles
Power Input 115 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 ph, 7.0 A or 240 VAC, 60 Hz, 1 ph, 3.5 A
Fan Type ECM variable speed blower with internal speed control
Mounting Options Machine mount, stand mount, or ducted ceiling mount
Optional Features HEPA final filter, remote monitor panel, dual collector cell configuration

M33O Mist Collector

Specification Details
Maximum Airflow 1,000 CFM
Cabinet 16-gauge steel with powder-coated chemical-resistant baked enamel, ivory textured finish
Power Input 115V/60Hz/1 Phase or 230V/60Hz/1 Phase
Motor Options 1 HP or 1.5 HP
Blower Options Belt-driven, forward-curved
Standard Features Adjustable sheave, dirty filter gauge, power indicator light
Filter Options Prefilter: 24″ x 24″ x 2″ Mist Impingers; Primary Filter: 24″ x 24″ x 26″ MERV 14 Bag Filter
Accessories Odor module, HEPA filter module, additional pre-filtration, wall mount arm, silencer
Weight Shipping: 430 lbs; Installed: 360 lbs

M66O Mist Collector

Specification Details
Maximum Airflow 2,000 CFM
Cabinet 16-gauge steel with powder-coated chemical-resistant baked enamel, ivory textured finish
Power Input 110-120V/60Hz/1 Phase; 208-240V/60Hz/1 Phase; 208-240V/60Hz/3 Phase; 440-480V/60Hz/3 Phase
Motor Options 1 HP, 1.5 HP, 2 HP, 3 HP, 5 HP
Blower Options Belt-driven, forward-curved; Direct-drive, backward-inclined
Standard Features Variety of motor and blower configurations, optional silencer, dirty filter gauge, power indicator light, 10-foot power cord (single phase), standard size prefilter and main filter tracks, drain connection, dual 8″ collars
Filter Options Prefilter: Two 24″ x 24″ x 2″ Mist Impingers; Primary Filter: One 24″ x 24″ x 26″ MERV 14 Bag Filter
Accessories Odor module, HEPA filter module, additional pre-filtration, wall mount arm, silencer
Weight Shipping: 430 lbs; Installed: 360 lbs

M266O Mist Collector

Specification Details
Maximum Airflow 4,000 CFM
Cabinet 16-gauge steel with powder-coated chemical-resistant baked enamel, ivory textured finish
Power Input 208-240V/60Hz/3 Phase; 440-480V/60Hz/3 Phase; International voltages available
Motor Options 3 HP, 5 HP, 7.5 HP, 10 HP, 15 HP; Custom motors selected per application
Blower Options Direct-drive, backward-inclined; Custom blowers selected per application; Motor-blower packages sold separately
Standard Features Variety of motor and blower configurations, optional silencer, dirty filter gauge, inlet flange, standard size prefilter and main filter tracks, drain connection
Filter Options Prefilter: 24″ x 24″ x 2″ Mist Impingers; Primary Filter: 24″ x 24″ x 26″ MERV 14 Bag Filter; Quantity determined based on application
Accessories Odor module, additional pre-filtration, wall mount arm, silencer, HEPA filter modules
Weight 2-stage (without HEPA): Shipping: 640 lbs; Installed: 600 lbs; 3-stage (with HEPA): Shipping: 875 lbs; Installed: 830 lbs

M366O Mist Collector

Specification Details
Maximum Airflow 6,000 CFM
Cabinet 16-gauge steel with powder-coated chemical-resistant baked enamel, ivory textured finish
Power Input 208-240V/60Hz/3 Phase; 440-480V/60Hz/3 Phase; International voltages available
Motor Options 5 HP, 7.5 HP, 10 HP, 15 HP, 20 HP; Custom motors selected based on application
Blower Options Direct-drive, backward-inclined; Custom blowers selected per application; Motor-blower packages sold separately
Standard Features Dirty filter gauge, inlet flange, drain connection, standard filter tracks, optional silencer
Filter Options Prefilter: 24″ x 24″ x 2″ Mist Impingers; Primary Filter: 24″ x 24″ x 26″ MERV 14 Bag Filters; Quantity varies by airflow requirements
Accessories HEPA filter module, odor module, additional prefiltration, wall mount arm, silencer
Weight 2-stage: Shipping: 890 lbs; Installed: 850 lbs
3-stage (with HEPA): Shipping: 1,125 lbs; Installed: 1,080 lbs

Electrostatic Air Cleaners

DesignAir™ Multi-Function Electronic Air Cleaner

SpecificationDetails
EfficiencyExceeds 99.3% per ASHRAE 52.2 for E3 at 500 CFM
Airflow CapacityLow: 235 CFM; Medium: 285 CFM; High: 430 CFM
PrefilterFoam prefilter, vacuumable and reusable
Carbon FilterGranular carbon in honeycomb design
Power ConsumptionLow: 52W; Medium: 80W; High: 141W
MERV RatingAchieves MERV 16 at maximum flow
Cell Collection Area52.9 sq. ft.
Motor1/25 HP, sleeved bearings
Noise LevelsLow: 49 dB(A); Med: 56 dB(A); High: 61 dB(A)
Voltage120V, 60Hz; 6-ft cord; 50Hz models available
Dimensions (H x W x D)25.5″ x 14.625″ x 15.875″
Weight54 lbs
Cabinet FinishBaked enamel, textured black powder coat

F73A / F73B Fume Extraction Systems

SpecificationDetails
Max Airflow5000 CFM at 90% efficiency; 6000 CFM at 80%
Cabinet16-gauge steel
Power Input208-240V/60Hz/1 or 3 Ph; 440-480V/60Hz/3 Ph
Motor Options2 HP, 3 HP, 5 HP
Blower OptionsBelt-driven (fwd-curved) or direct-drive (backward-inclined)
Standard FeaturesPower indicator light
PrefilterTwo 1″ aluminum mesh filters
Primary FilterTwo 24″ x 24″ x 10.25″ electronic cells
AccessoriesDouble-pass model, odor module, custom plenum, wall mount arm
WeightShipping: 555 lbs; Installed: 495 lbs

F62B Electronic Air Cleaner

SpecificationDetails
Dimensions (W x H x D)29.5″ x 31″ x 31.5″
AirflowLow: 1900 CFM; Med: 2200 CFM; High: 2500 CFM
EfficiencyUp to 95% per ASHRAE 52-76
WeightInstalled: 225 lbs; Shipping: 280 lbs
Electronic CellsTwo, 218 sq. ft. area; 20k volts/inch; 33 lbs each
Prefilter / Postfilter1″ aluminum mesh
Power SupplySelf-regulating, dual voltage, sealed replaceable module
DiagnosticsTest button and system lamp
Motor3/4 HP, PSC, ball bearing, thermally protected
Cabinet Construction14-gauge steel, fully insulated interior

Metal Machining FAQ's

A: They remove oil mist, smoke, and coolant particulate generated during machining processes.

A: CNC machining, grinding, milling, and turning operations all benefit from improved air quality and mist collection.

A: Yes, most units are modular and designed for seamless integration into existing metalworking equipment.

A: Yes, the systems are designed to support compliance with OSHA and EPA indoor air quality standards.

A: Filter life varies by application but is typically long-lasting due to advanced filtration design—routine maintenance is minimal.