Reclaim Your Floor Space Without Sacrificing Fume Extraction Performance.
The Filtrabox Vert-X is a 1,200 CFM wall-mounted welding and laser fume extractor that moves the machine off your shop floor and onto the wall — while delivering the 99.999% HEPA filtration, F9 pre-filter, and integrated spark arrestor that serious laser welding and conventional welding environments require. Built by Filtrabox in North America, engineered specifically for the submicron particle sizes that laser welding generates, and optionally expandable with the Glide-XR rail system for multi-position and large-part coverage.
Why Wall-Mount Changes the Shop Equation
Floor-mounted portable fume extractors make sense when you move between workstations. But for a dedicated laser welding bay, a fixed MIG or TIG station, or any workspace where the extractor stays in the same position all day, floor-mounting is wasted real estate.
A floor unit at 215+ lbs sits in the traffic path of carts, fixtures, and operators. It competes for the same floor area as workbenches, material staging, and equipment. Every time the shop gets reconfigured, it moves.
The Vert-X wall-mounted design takes advantage of vertical space — the motor, filter housing, and arm mount above the work area, completely off the floor. For shops with fixed welding positions, enclosed bays, and floor space that's already working hard, this is the installation that makes the most functional sense.
Filtration Built for Laser Welding Particles — Not Just Smoke
Standard welding fume extractors are designed for MIG and TIG fume — larger, heavier particles that HEPA filters of lower efficiency can capture adequately. Laser welding is different.
Laser welding produces submicron particles — fine metal oxide fumes and vapor-condensed particulate that are significantly smaller than the particles generated by arc welding. These particles penetrate deeper into lung tissue and require higher filtration efficiency to capture effectively.
The Vert-X includes an F9 pre-filter and a 99.999% efficiency HEPA filter as standard — specifically specified for the tiny submicron particles that laser welding generates.
The filtration stages work together:
F9 Pre-Filter: The pre-filter removes the majority of submicron respirable dust before it reaches the HEPA stage, protecting the critical downstream HEPA filter from premature clogging and strain. This is why filter life is meaningfully longer on the Vert-X than on single-stage or cheaper multi-stage alternatives — the pre-filter does the heavy particle load work so the HEPA isn't consumed prematurely.
99.999% HEPA Filter: Tested at 99.999% at 0.3 microns — the most aerodynamically penetrating particle size. Smaller and larger particles are even more effectively captured. This is the filtration efficiency specification required for hexavalent chromium control during stainless steel welding, and for the fine metal oxide fumes produced by laser welding on any material.
Integrated Spark Arrestor: Prevents sparks from reaching the filter media — a critical protection for shops doing grinding alongside welding, and for high-energy weld processes where spark-in-filter is a fire risk.
Optional Chemical Filter: For shops working with coated metals, galvanized materials, or processes that generate organic vapors alongside particulate. Contact our team for configuration guidance.
The Arm That Actually Stays Where You Put It
The fume extraction arm is where most competitive units quietly fail in daily production use. Standard extraction arms sag as the joints wear — they creep away from the weld position over the course of a shift, reducing capture efficiency without the operator necessarily noticing. Repositioning becomes a constant interruption.
The Vert-X uses a lightweight extraction arm with an oversized 8-inch diameter duct — a combination that solves both problems simultaneously:
Lightweight arm: Easier to reposition, less joint fatigue over time, and critically — stays in position once set. No sagging during the shift. No drifting away from the weld.
8-inch duct diameter: Standard extraction arms use 6-inch ductwork. The oversized 8-inch diameter free-flowing duct produces faster fume capture velocity at the hood for equivalent motor power, and reduces pressure drop across the arm — which means longer-lasting filters because the system isn't working against unnecessary resistance. The 8-inch arm paired with the 1,200 CFM motor delivers effective capture draw at up to 18 inches from the weld, giving the welder real working room without constant arm adjustment.
Industrial Motor. Simple Access. Built for Real Maintenance Cycles.
The Vert-X is powered by a 1.5 HP industrial-grade motor delivering 1,200 CFM — the extraction capacity appropriate for one to two welding shifts daily across MIG, TIG, Stick, and laser welding processes.
Maintenance in a working shop needs to be fast and uncomplicated. The Vert-X was designed with this in mind:
Quick filter access: Filters, spark arrestor, and impeller are all accessible without tools through the front panel. Filter changes don't require disassembling the unit or uninstalling it from the wall.
Pressure gauge included: The standard pressure gauge monitors filter loading over time — when resistance increases beyond a set threshold, it's a reliable indicator that filter replacement is due. The gauge mounts on the machine or remotely (both options included), giving operators at-a-glance filter status without needing to open the unit.
Easy wall mounting: The included wall mounting system is designed for a standard shop wall installation. No specialty brackets or custom fabrication required.
Optional Glide-XR Rail: Full Coverage Across Long and Multi-Part Jobs
The Vert-X handles a single fixed welding position perfectly. For shops working on longer assemblies, multiple adjacent fixtures, or jobs where the weld travels along a part, the optional Glide-XR rail system transforms the setup.
The Glide-XR extends the lateral range of the Filtrabox extraction arm, enables a wider variety of hood angles for hard-to-reach places, and is ideal for longer parts and multi-part setups — while saving precious floor space.
The patent-pending design is what makes it genuinely practical: the hose management system automatically compresses the hose as the arm repositions, keeping the hose neat and the glide action light. The arm naturally glides along the rail as you reposition the hood — the action is stable and smooth.
The modular rail comes in 4-foot sections that connect together:
- 1 section: 12.5 ft lateral range
- 2 sections: 16.5 ft lateral range
- 3 sections: 20.5 ft lateral range
- 4 sections: 24.5 ft lateral range
Note: The Glide-XR works exclusively with Filtrabox extraction arms — it is not compatible with third-party arms.
The Maker's Chest Difference
The Filtrabox Vert-X is available from other welding and laser distributors. Here's what changes when you order through The Maker's Chest:
- 🛡️ 75-day returns — significantly longer than most distributor return windows, giving you real time to install the unit, evaluate it under production conditions, and confirm it's the right fit for your welding environment
- 🇺🇸 Expert USA-based technical support — our team can help you work through installation placement, Glide-XR configuration for your station layout, filter selection for your specific welding processes, and any questions that come up after delivery
- 📞 Dual lines of support — phone and email, so when installation questions arise or something needs attention, you have a direct path to a real person
- 🔧 Straight pre-sale guidance — not sure if the Vert-X wall-mount configuration is the right fit versus a portable unit for your shop layout? Talk to us before you order. We'll give you a straight answer.
Frequently Asked Questions about Filtrabox Vert-X Welding Fume Extractor
Q: What welding processes is the Vert-X designed for? A: The Vert-X is specifically designed for both laser welding and conventional welding applications including MIG, TIG, and Stick. The F9 pre-filter and 99.999% HEPA combination is specified explicitly for laser welding's submicron particles — making it one of the few welding fume extractors designed to handle both laser and arc welding fume types from a single unit. It is not recommended for plasma cutting or carbon arc gouging.
Q: Why does it need a 99.999% HEPA filter when most welding fume extractors use lower efficiency? A: Standard arc welding produces relatively large fume particles that lower-efficiency filters can capture adequately. Laser welding produces much finer submicron metal oxide particles — the same size range where lower-efficiency HEPA filters start to allow bypass. The 99.999% HEPA is tested at 0.3 microns, the most aerodynamically penetrating particle size — meaning it captures virtually all particles at that size and captures smaller and larger particles at even higher efficiency. For hexavalent chromium control during stainless steel welding, this efficiency level is required.
Q: How is the 8-inch arm different from a standard 6-inch arm? A: The oversized 8-inch diameter duct produces faster fume capture velocity at the hood for the same motor power, and reduces pressure drop across the full arm length — which means longer-lasting filters and more effective capture at greater distances from the weld source. A 6-inch arm at 1,200 CFM creates meaningful pressure drop that reduces real-world capture efficiency. The 8-inch arm maintains effective draw at up to approximately 18 inches from the weld puddle.
Q: Does the arm sag over time like other extraction arms? A: Filtrabox's arm design is specifically engineered to address this problem. The lightweight arm is easier to maneuver, doesn't sag, and stays in position once set — maintaining its angle through a full production shift without the progressive creep that happens with heavier arms as joints wear. This matters practically: an arm that drifts during a shift reduces capture efficiency without the operator noticing until marks show up in their air quality monitoring.
Q: What is the F9 pre-filter and why does it extend filter life? A: The F9 pre-filter removes the majority of submicron respirable dust before it reaches the HEPA stage, protecting the critical downstream HEPA filter from strain and premature clogging. Without a pre-filter, the HEPA stage loads rapidly with coarser particles and needs replacement before it's actually spent on its primary function — capturing the finest particles. The pre-filter handles the particle load so the HEPA filter lasts longer and replacement costs stay lower over time.
Q: What is the optional chemical filter and when do I need it? A: The optional chemical filter adds an activated carbon and potassium permanganate stage for capturing gaseous VOCs alongside particulate. This is relevant for shops welding galvanized steel, painted metals, or coated materials where gaseous emissions accompany the fume. For standard stainless, mild steel, and aluminum welding, the base HEPA configuration is typically sufficient. Contact our team to discuss your specific materials before ordering if you're unsure.
Q: How does the Glide-XR rail system work? A: The Glide-XR mounts below the Vert-X and allows the extraction arm to slide laterally along the rail as you work. The patent-pending hose management system automatically compresses the hose as the arm slides, keeping everything neat and the glide action light. The modular 4-foot rail sections connect to expand the range up to 24.5 feet laterally. It's the solution for long welds, multi-station bays, and large part setups where repositioning a fixed arm multiple times per job becomes disruptive.
Q: What power does it require? A: The Vert-X uses a 1.5 HP industrial-grade motor — standard commercial and industrial 110–120V single-phase power. Contact our team for specific amperage requirements and to confirm your circuit capacity before installation.
Q: Why buy from The Maker's Chest instead of other laser or welding distributors? A: Our 75-day return window gives you meaningful evaluation time after installation — enough to assess the unit under real production conditions. Our USA-based expert support team is reachable by phone and email and can help with installation planning, Glide-XR sizing for your station layout, and filter configuration for your specific welding processes. If something isn't right after delivery, we're the call that gets it resolved.
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