HARBOR FREIGHT Shop Fan 9000+ CFM | Central Machinery | Review

#harborfreight #windtunnel #shopfan
This is a review or should I say more of a demonstration of the Harbor Freight central machinery high velocity 30 inch pedestal shop fan. It has a powerful motor that can move 9000 CFM! (This was according to Harbor Freights Old catalogues). I believe Harbor Freight is really stepping up their game and is becoming the best place to buy tools. In this video I will show you how powerful this fan is by comparing it with a regular house fan and a control test. If you need have good circulation this 30 inch shop fan from Harbor Freight is a must!
I think next, I'll use this fan and fog to build a wind tunnel :)
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[@georginaharrison2578]

*Small but **Fastly.Cool** .We use it in a very large roompositioned about 10 feet awayin 85F outside heatit keeps us cool. No need to turn on the AC.*

[@GarageDynamics]

Hello Georgina Harrison, That's awesome! I use it in the garage during the summer and it's amazing! 🙌

[@gotminnam]

Hi Is it too loud and too strong for a living room? (Even on low setting)?

[@rmacster]

I just bought this fan. It's very difficult to work in my garage during the hot and humid summers we "enjoy" here in central Illinois. I put this fan in a back corner of the garage and just aim it in my general direction. It does a great job keeping me cool enough to work. I've never used it on it's highest setting. I usually have it on low and it still provides a ton of air flow, without drying my eyes out. I considered their floor model 24" fan but I never have a clear path between any two points in my garage. Even if I did, it would just kick up a lot of dust. In any case, I consider the fan a great addition to my garage and I wish I would have purchased it a long time ago.

[@gotminnam]

Hi. Is it too loud and too strong for a living room? (Even on low setting)?

[@76tennboy]

@@gotminnam If I remember I will try to update you because that is my intention, I live in a travel trailer in the south in the summer without air-conditioning so it gets stinking hot. I had a box fan but it just can’t keep up. Even with it sitting right next to my head so I’m really curious about this one. Pretty sure I’m not gonna be able to hear anything on the TV 😂

[@hellcatredeye-g6582]

Neighbors are gonna think you have a fire😂

[@dstrohlds]

Or one hell of a party!

[@hellcatredeye-g6582]

@Dan the man If you get one you definitely will not be disappointed ..I have one in my garage can’t make it through the summer without it …My brother got one for his pizzeria He loves it 👍

[@adhd_with_pennies4867]

If they are more worried then u are they must really care about u that much to just help

[@jacobsebastien3910]

Jake paul vs mike tyson lol

[@medk460]

I think the fan can extract the smoke way more efficiently if you place it a little bit more towards the outside, just under the garage's door

[@GarageDynamics]

I like your Idea Med k! :)

[@peterford9369]

Second that motion. Inside your pushing smoke around inside. Placed st door, your drawing all out.

[@iironwarrior]

Yes, can you conduct the same test with the fan sitting at the bottom of the garage door with cardboard taped to each side .with the garage open at just 30 inches the height of the fan. .. would love to see how it pushes the fog out to simulate a true makeshift garage car painting booth situation ..

[@CShannon1991]

Skip to 5:31 to see the Powerful Harbor Freight Shop Fan in ACTION!

[@NexsusArc]

I'd rather see him in all the fog.

[@roderickjacksonsrtvshow6048]

Thanks

[@tedday2008]

Nice demo, thank you for taking the time to test

[@robertlewisvideo]

You look like you had a Lot of Fun with your smoke machine!!! Very interesting way to show air movement with the big fan.

[@thiesenf]

He was high on the e-juice he filled the fogger with... :-)

[@kayaksInSpace]

Boyfriend has been asking for an industrial fan for about a year. He sleeps 6 inches away from our current fan and has it on full blast 24/7/365. I've learned to live with it. Considering buying this one to appease him and the way you're cheesing over this thing has got me rolling. Not even waiting anymore. Thanks for the review!

[@Romanslost]

Same situation with my wife, I wonder how much energy draw it will have and how much if at all will it change my electric bill.

[@xFattyCakeSprinklesx]

I'm doing the same for myself...the AC is about 5 ft away from me and my fan is about 3 ft sitting in front of the AC...this beast is the power I want.. it may blow the comforter right off but who cares lol

[@PWgadgets]

@@xFattyCakeSprinklesx farts will just disappear into the next room instantly

[@xFattyCakeSprinklesx]

@@PWgadgets lmfao awesome 🤣

[@BigHomie030]

Kool video. It’s a pretty nice way to show how good the fan works.

[@matrixate]

Super test bro. Really nicely done. I wish others would be as thorough testing other fans, especially the 24 inch drum fans.

[@brorow7660]

I dont know why but I feel like I just needed to see that thank you

[@cryo_life]

This big boi will be useful in the summer

[@faresscherer]

Great idea using the smoke machine for the test. Very clever!

[@user-eg5es3xb6y]

shes a beauty that one!

[@CShannon1991]

Awesome!!!!

[@jonathanr2417]

Great comparison!

[@rmacster]

Very helpful. Thanks!

[@rmacster]

I just bought this fan. It's very difficult to work in my garage during the hot and humid summers we "enjoy" here in central Illinois. I put this fan in a back corner of the garage and just aim it in my general direction. It does a great job keeping me cool enough to work. I've never used it on it's highest setting. I usually have it on low and it still provides a ton of air flow, without drying my eyes out. I considered their floor model 24" fan but I never have a clear path between any two points in my garage. Even if I did, it would just kick up a lot of dust. In any case, I consider the fan a great addition to my garage and I wish I would have purchased it a long time ago.

[@pmp2559]

Informative but mostly entertaining

[@user-dn6qy1ou1f]

This fan is awesome. I was thinking the floor model would be a better fit for me. Being able to get it out with less work. But I got the stand up as thinking less dust front the floor as such. This thing is awesome! Even on low it blows tons of air. I too should have gotten this sooner. Thanks a million for the video. Helped seal the deal for me

[@gotminnam]

Hi Is it too loud and too strong for a living room? (Even on low setting)?

[@user-dn6qy1ou1f]

@@gotminnam yes it is definitely too much for a living room

[@joenichols6814]

Neighbors are like great Cheech and Chong moved in.

[@vanekirk]

😂 💨

[@usdpaulp]

Great vid.

[@90slimit1]

I like this for my living room.

[@ArcticAstrophysics]

One thing to consider is you will have an equal amount of air going in as you do coming out, that is why the fog does not really dissipate because some is being sucked back in. For a very hot shop or garage you will just be moving hot air around, and only feel kind of cool standing directly in its path. I have one of these and in a 100 degree garage it just blows hot air all around and is very noisy. Useful in certain circumstances

[@alambe7275]

I agree it seems kinda loud in the video good point

[@scottmanning7039]

Ya that’s the one I need.

[@hellcatredeye-g6582]

I got an update I bought One for my shop it works great I had to go back and buy another one they are pretty amazing for the price thanks again for doing the video

[@alambe7275]

Great where did you buy your fan from?

[@aaronp2855]

Cool video man

[@jondecarbonel8158]

I LOVE the Harbour Freight industrial fans! Nice price for a BEAST of a fan. BTW I hope your parents rant ticked off about the fig machine in the garage! :o. Whoooops all gone!

[@vejo3300]

Uh huh you got some good stuff in here and they were so nice

[@tribulationprepper787]

Good "decision making" video. Good demonstration.

[@AerialLensVideo]

THANKS FOR THE VIDEO! Question, Sir -- I just got this great fan and it works just like yours (GREAT!), but the motor housing near the fan settles out at a temperature of around 140ºF -- pretty hot to the the touch. Is that normal - is that like yours?

[@hellcatredeye-g6582]

I did buy one and it works great thank you

[@youtubeaddict4271]

how's the noise level? can you talk to other people in the garage?

[@hellcatredeye-g6582]

It’s really not that bad considering how hot it is here in Alanta.I have to give it at least two thumbs up😊It does a great job keeping the shop Cool Honestly I probably buy a second one🤔👍

[@MadDogxbg]

Yes this was helpful I'm looking to by a more powerful fan than the one I bought. Last year. I'm looking for a real powerful fan to use outside in the back yard. To beat the heat when I'm working in the back yard. Great video. Man.

[@samsimington5563]

Now THIS fan is the second largest fan I've ever seen (beating size of the other fan I saw)

[@OldSchoolNoe]

Been wanting to paint some bumpers in the backyard, could use this to "suck away" the fumes

[@guitaristxcore]

Ive been using a Mighty Mini air mover as a personal fan in my bedroom for years. I think Ive found its replacement...

[@hellcatredeye-g6582]

Harbor Freight should be paying you to do a commercial 🤔it’s sold me buying one tomorrow for my shop thank you😊👍

[@Retero17]

Please leave links to the products in description, super helpful

[@stevecow70]

Neighbors... "Quick, get your camera, Snoop is next door"

[@mtorres8509]

Did you add the wheels??

[@queencitysirens8755]

I put a high velocity fan pointed out my window of my garage. Filled the garage with fog from my Chauvet 1100, and the neighbors actually called the FD! Lmao

[@FW-od1lt]

That would be Cheech and Chong’s garage for sure. Now the entire neighborhood is stoned. 😂 It is a great fan!

[@samehbastawros5622]

Thank you for this video I just curious about energy consumption please ?

[@toolhead147]

Hey great review! I always see then at hf wondered if they were good. Thank you for sharing, just subscribed

[@GarageDynamics]

Hi Toolhead 147! Thanks for watching and subscribing! Yeah, it's a great fan for the price, specially when they are on sale. Cheers!

[@ginginskid]

I love my harbor freight fan. You did such a good job on the review. Your enthusiasm was so great to see ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐. It's hard to move around though. Can you recommend some wheels or a dolly for it please? 🙏😊 All the best to you always 💯⭐🙏💪🧠😊🤗☮️🦋🎈💗♾️

[@samuelstory2230]

What are the sound ratings (decibels) for this fan?

[@ShiftyReaperGaming]

You’ll need 3 of those in Louisiana with the heat it brings here

[@legoivan44321]

*ITS OVER 9000!*

[@kimamoore9499]

HOW DID YOU MAKE FOG

[@MrMazda-yw1cr]

I want one for my room to sleep with... I had a 18in shop fan for years till it gave out, now I uses 2 20in box fans but that’s still not as loud as the 18in one I had

[@xFattyCakeSprinklesx]

Now that's what I'm talking bout...I'm getting this big bitch to put in my bedroom.. who cares if sounds like a Boeing 747 when it blows...that's what I want to drown out all of the outdoor noise when I'm trying to sleep!

[@dontdomeboo81]

Box fans are pure trash

[@MrMazda-yw1cr]

Don't Do Me boo! How so? I sleep using 2 (one on me and one on my GF) and we love them

[@kevinthomas5270]

Ok I see your video is 4 years old. How is the fan today? Does the motor squeal at all? Or does it still run as good as day 1?

[@Creeperboy099]

I’m sorry for making this dead joke but *IT’S OVER NINE THOOUUUSAND!!!*

[@cryo_life]

Anime is never dead.

[@coreychambers416]

That sounds like a dragon ball z comment goku vegeta and Napa fight lol 😆

[@bobmary9556]

Nice fan

[@GarageDynamics]

Thank you Bob Mary! :)

[@lennongroover8909]

If you want it to be even stronger than that you can always been the blades to a deeper pitch by hand or machine and plus it will be a lot quieter I have a lake with P 25 bucks wi I have a lake with P 25 bucks Bucs fan the blade on them is centered in between the blades so there’s the same amount of blade in each on each side Event the blades a little bit to a deeper pitch it is much stronger than it was and quieter You should do the exact same experiment with the big fan in the small fan this time with the garage door closed and make a little tornado

[@mikep3322]

Looking for a fan for my small garage during g Texas summers

[@gotminnam]

Thx for the video. Is it too loud and too strong for a living room? (Even on low setting)?

[@lennongroover8909]

when I first saw that on the thumbnail picture I thought that was missed from the front of the fan like it had a mister on the front it

[@AbG-pk4ti]

Can it fit in my pc?

[@Leo-uv3kz]

I just bought this fan for a good deal $109.99. It’s extremely strong but I wish it had the oscillating option

[@A6Legit]

I was gonna get something like this but i think im gonna get 2 smaller ones amd try and save some money. I was also worried about the noise level with a super high cfm fan like this. I work at night a lot and dont wanna piss off my neighbors.

[@genogenovese1036]

Did the casters on the base come with the fan ?

[@GarageDynamics]

Hello Geno Genovese, Unfortunately it didn't. I purchased the casters at Harbor freight and I highly recommend you add casters to the fan. It makes moving it so much easier :)

[@michaelroeroe5927]

do this with a 1910 ge fan

[@robpanel]

i will get this at some point. screw the apartment neighbors. the 20 inch lowes metal fan does well for 40 bucks or so but im a sucker for fans lol

[@rickl6697]

How much was it? Is it still working for you. I need one of those. Thanks

[@LA_STi]

Would you recommend/Has anyone used this in there house for cooling in the south. Like 95°f plus high humidity? During the summer?

[@GarageDynamics]

Hello LSPR Nation! This would definitely work well in the garage to move the southern heat. It should work in the house, but please plan ahead where you aim the fan because it's really strong, even on its lowest setting and quite loud too. But if it's heat you're concerned about, then this fan will help a lot. Cheers!

[@LA_STi]

Thanks man!

[@illstplaya84]

reminds me of the puzzleman videos when he does the reveal

[@joseantoniorubiogonzalez9602]

You need this fan. You deserve to have this fan in your life. Buy yourself this fan!

[@jhernandezjr25]

Where did you find the rolling stand for this fan?

[@GarageDynamics]

Hello The00Beard! I purchased some casters at Harbor Freight, then just used a drill to open up the holes on the base plate a little bit. Be sure to get at least one caster with a brake, otherwise the fan will move around while it's on. Hope this helps. Cheers!

[@Champions360]

@@GarageDynamics was just wondering the same thing, thanks!!!

[@ShortboyKennel]

Neighbors probably think you guys are cheefing a lot lol

[@darrenseepersad3705]

Best machine to clear out a hotboxed garage lol.

[@GarageDynamics]

lol!! 😂

[@ssshuvo]

This guys neighbors must be calling 911 over and over again 😆

[@chopperguy4473]

For get the fan I want the fogger.

[@adriennejackson8322]

Thats what I said. Lol

[@aux1z11]

I have a 24 inch tornado in my 30x60 polebarn and put it in the back corner on low and the whole barn is windy

[@GarageDynamics]

That's awesome aux1z11! Yeah, the low setting is still super strong! 😁

[@straight6petrol]

Looks like my house after buying a new RDA...

[@trontigs5722]

Second time I bought this fan in two days. Harbor Freight Technical hotline said the motor is not supposed to be hot enough to where you cant lay your hand on it. I returned the first one only to find the second brand new one I purchased has the same issue. Within 15 minutes it gets hot enough to where I cant place my hand on the motor housing. Does anyone else with this fan experience the same issue? I worry this will fry the motor. If anyone else has this problem let me know. I am trying to figure out if I should keep the darn thing or not with the amount of heat its still kicking out.

[@GarageDynamics]

Hi Nicole L! I appreciate you taking the time to watch my video. I'm sorry to hear about your fan. After reading your comment I ran my fan for about an hour on low (the lowest setting is usually strong enough for me) and I placed my hand on the motor and it just felt warm to the touch. I hope the next one that you get doesn't have the heating issue because these fans are really awesome to have. Best of luck to you. Cheers!

[@thecrownedjester]

I’ve used other similar fans made by other brands and they would get pretty hot too. I never thought it was much of a hazard though.

[@nicksgarage8295]

motors are usually rated (insulation) to 90* Celsius. So yeah, i am sure its fine....

[@artincorona]

So how is this fan working after a year and a couple months?

[@GarageDynamics]

Hello Artincorona, I just held an event over the weekend and had the fan running for over 4 hours straight. It ran just fine. I've also used it a number of times throughout the year, all on the lowest setting, because even at the lowest setting, it's still super powerful! Cheers!

[@johnnyjp5780]

HI...... GREAT VIDEO........... does that fan oscillate? meaning...move side to side or just stays in one place? THANX :)

[@GarageDynamics]

Hello johnny jp, Thanks! Unfortunately the fan does not oscillate. However, the fan moves so much air that it will feel like it's oscillating. I hope this helps. Cheers!

[@johnnyjp5780]

@@GarageDynamics THANKS!!!!! That's Awesome! :)

[@GarageDynamics]

@@johnnyjp5780 You're welcome!!! :)

[@usnveteran9262]

Cheech and Chong😂 Good video Sir

[@leroybarron6005]

How much is it?

[@HollywoodRoseJack]

Where did you get the wheels ( rollers ) on the bottom ?

[@GarageDynamics]

Hi Star Master Tech! I actually purchased them from Harbor Freight. They are an absolute must for this fan haha!

[@BigHomie030]

Nice wheels I liked them too

[@iironwarrior]

I wonder how this fan compares to the 24 inch high velocity harbor freight fan that is priced the same.. 149.00.

[@GarageDynamics]

When I was comparing these fans I went with the tall one because the CFM rating was higher. The taller fan is also nice for clearing out hot air in large spaces, like a garage or something. Since I work on cars a lot, having the 24 inch high velocity fan would be nice to cool engine bays and exhaust pipes. I guess I'll have to buy this fan as well haha!

[@johnsteed265]

Watch that the neighbors don't call the fire department!

[@jeffbanfieldsflwr3537]

Your my brother from another mother.

[@jonathans2055]

Hotboxed that garage

[@jeffbanfieldsflwr3537]

Neighbors are going to think your hitting the 10ft bong!

[@DH-rt2wl]

1:55 Cheech and Chong!

[@Esterified80]

wattage?

[@alambe7275]

It seems kind of loud if you had a radio in there would it drown out the radio

[@daboomer22sl]

I could not find any listed specifications for how many CFM this fan moves. Makes it impossible to compare against competitors products.

[@GarageDynamics]

Hi daboomer22sl, Yeah, it's a bummer that they removed it from their catalogue. I will say that if it goes on sale then it's totally worth it. I've had mine for a few years now, and it's still running strong and keeps the garage cool in the middle of summer easily.

[@thiesenf]

Plot twist: He's actually hotboxing... :-)

[@donfox7944]

Where did you get the fogger? Would like info on it.

[@GarageDynamics]

Hello Don Fox, I purchased mine from Amazon. The model is the 1301. The closest one I could find is this model here: CHAUVET DJ Hurricane 1200 Fog Machine amzn.to/3GhZcQV

[@donfox7944]

@@GarageDynamics thank you so much.

[@GarageDynamics]

@@donfox7944 You're welcome Don Fox! :)

[@smokeybear384]

Pedestal fan vs floor barrel fan, thoughts?

[@GarageDynamics]

Hello Shane Baker! I went with the pedestal fan because it had more CFM listed in the ad. I wish I held on to that ad because now I think they removed the CFM rating. Also, the Pedestal fan is better for mobility and storage space once you add casters to the base. But if you work on cars a lot and need to cool the engine down, then I would go with a floor barrel fan. I hope this helps. Cheers!

[@PWgadgets]

@@GarageDynamics I looked all for for the CFM rating last week and couldn't find it until I saw it in your video. I wonder if they got in trouble for making a ridiculously over exaggerated claim 😂

[@GarageDynamics]

@@PWgadgets Yeah, I noticed they removed it a while back. I wish I saved the catalog that showed the CFM haha! Cheers!

[@calholli]

The only thing I want to know is, does it have ball bearings? I'm tired of buying fans that have bushings-- they're cheap and you have to oil them all the time, and they get dirty... I hate it.

[@TFaminu]

Love you bro! Jesus loves you.

[@Billsbillsbillsbills]

I mean the control group basically just said “wait 4 mins and you don’t need to buy this fan” lol

[@RaulSolisJr84]

Is it noisy?????

[@christophercooper3708]

Chocs away start up the spitfire lol

[@junimcdowell5571]

You neighbors probably think you’re hot boxing your garage

[@_IcyCube_]

My dumb ass would use this in my bedroom, to keep me cooled off while I sleep.

[@abc-ed1nr]

How do you know it's 9000 CFM? I can't find ratings punished anywhere

[@PWgadgets]

I was looking too all last week. I bet the had to pull the rating because it was grossly over inflated

[@abc-ed1nr]

@@PWgadgets I bought it and it's printed on the box. Actually over 9000 can't remember the exact fogure

[@mds6387]

Doesn't look like it's clearing the fog. Looks like it's pushing it out and drawing it back in.