maukiwauw wrote:
nickwhite wrote:
I have this one that puts out 45% more CFM, is half the size, and a third of the price (but is almost definitely louder):
http://a.co/d/iCRVrvcIntriguing, I might need to pick one up. How is the "high velocity" in your eyes?
I used to have really, really good hearing. It was uncanny how I could hear the whispers, pin drops, and other subtleties. Then came a move to a new home and the ability to have a proper fan. I bought this:
https://www.globalindustrial.com/...n-30-diameter-1-2-hp Now, let me tell you, I fear there isn't a wattage monster out there that is going to want more CFMs, velocity, or cooling capacity than this thing offers. Even when you throw in SouthEast Humidity. That being said, I point squarely at this guy for dulling my hearing to the point that I can't contribute to conversations over dinner in a not so loud restaurant and a busy one just means I am on my own. I have spent countless hours in this position to the detriment of my hearing and that is with wearing hearing protection:
I would recommend if you are going for a fan get one that has a shroud around the outside perimeter of the fan blades like the orange deal above. The closer it is the better. Also, larger blades and less RPM is good too (I have a 48" fan at my shop that does over 20K CFM and is much, much quieter than the Lasko on 3). Outside of that go with a blower like the Lasko, but I find those lack coverage. That is, where it hits you is great but it has a narrow band. I currently am running a silly ceiling fan in concert with the Lasko blower (when it is needed). Also, these big CFM fans need space to operate in. The above aforementioned wall mount fan worked best when the garage door was open.
My 2¢ spend the money on a quality fan and save your hearing. ;)
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