Airone X Ducted Fume Cupboard
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Quick facts
- Tested by CLEAPSS for use in schools and colleges
- Designed to comply with BS EN 14175 and G9
- Fixed ducted fume cupboard
- Suitable for prep rooms and chemistry practical work
- Available in standard widths up to 1800mm
- Air bypass system to support constant airflow
- Low airflow alarm for safe operation
- No ongoing carbon filter replacement
Technical specification
Airone X Ducted Fume Cupboard for Schools & Colleges
The Airone X is a fixed ducted fume cupboard designed for school and college science laboratories, prep rooms and regular chemistry practical work. It connects to ducting so airborne contaminants can be carried safely away to an external discharge point.
Designed for education environments, the Airone X provides a robust ducted solution for schools that need reliable fume extraction, safe airflow control and long-term daily use without ongoing carbon filter replacement.
Need a fixed ducted fume cupboard for a school or college laboratory?
Best suited for
The Airone X is best suited for schools and colleges that need a fixed ducted fume cupboard for regular science practical work, technician use or prep room applications.
It is particularly suitable for:
- Secondary school science departments
- Colleges and sixth forms
- Chemistry laboratories
- Prep rooms
- Regular practical science work
- Schools that need a permanent ducted fume cupboard
- Sites that require contaminants to be discharged externally
- Education settings that want to avoid ongoing carbon filter replacement
Product overview
The Airone X ducted fume cupboard is designed for fixed installation in school and college science environments. It is equally suitable for prep room use and chemistry practical work to A level and beyond.
The fume cupboard connects to PVC ducting, with a fan installed to carry airborne contaminants safely away to an external discharge point. Safelab can provide a full turnkey solution, including installation of an energy-efficient fan and duct system where required.
The Airone X is available in standard widths up to 1800mm. A 1000mm fume cupboard is often specified for student use in the classroom, while a 1200mm wide unit is often preferred for prep room use, where technicians may benefit from a larger working area and built-in sink.
Product features
- Fixed ducted design — suitable for permanent installation in school and college laboratories.
- External discharge — connects to PVC or PPS ducting to carry contaminants safely away.
- Standard widths up to 1800mm — allows the fume cupboard to be specified for classroom or prep room use.
- Air bypass system — helps maintain constant inward airflow as the sash is raised or lowered.
- Low airflow alarm — alerts users if airflow falls below the required safe operating level.
- Counterweighted front sliding glass sash — supports safe and controlled operation.
- Built-in fluorescent light — improves visibility inside the working area.
- Laminated safety glass side windows — improve visibility and support safe use.
- Optional built-in sink on wider units — useful for prep room and technician applications.
- No ongoing carbon filter replacement — suitable for schools that prefer a ducted system.
Product features
- Fixed ducted design
- External discharge
- Standard widths up to 1800mm
- Air bypass system
- Low airflow alarm
- Counterweighted front sliding glass sash
- Built-in fluorescent light
- Laminated safety glass side windows
- Optional built-in sink on wider units
- No ongoing carbon filter replacement
Why choose the Airone X?
Choose the Airone X if your school or college needs a fixed ducted fume cupboard for regular chemistry practical work, prep room use or technician-led science support.
Because the Airone X is ducted to an external discharge point, it does not rely on carbon filtration and has no requirement for ongoing carbon filter replacement. This makes it a strong option for education settings that want a permanent fume cupboard installation for a wide range of chemistry activities.
Key reasons to choose this model include:
- fixed ducted installation for regular laboratory use;
- suitable for prep rooms and chemistry practical work;
- external discharge of airborne contaminants;
- no ongoing carbon filter replacement;
- air bypass system to support constant inward airflow;
- low airflow alarm for safe operation;
- standard widths available up to 1800mm;
- full fan and duct installation available from Safelab.
Airone X vs Airone R3
The Airone X and Airone R3 are both fixed fume cupboard options for schools and colleges. The main difference is that the Airone X is ducted to an external discharge point, while the Airone R3 is ductless and uses carbon filtration.
Simple comparison
| Airone X ducted fume cupboard | Airone R3 ductless fume cabinet |
|---|---|
| Fixed ducted installation | Fixed ductless installation |
| No external ductwork required | Suitable where external ductwork is not practical |
| Carries contaminants to an external discharge point | Uses carbon filtration |
| No ongoing carbon filter replacement | Requires filter monitoring and replacement |
| Suitable for regular practical work and prep rooms | Useful where external ductwork is not practical |
| Requires fan and duct installation | Lower building disruption than a ducted system |
| Good for schools wanting a permanent ducted solution | Good for schools wanting a fixed filtered solution |
Not sure whether your school needs a ducted or ductless fume cupboard? Safelab can advise on the most suitable option for your laboratory, prep room or science department.
Safety, airflow and education use
The Airone X is tested by CLEAPSS for use in schools and colleges and is designed to comply with BS EN 14175 and G9 guidance.
During commissioning, the rate of air inflow required for safe operation is set by a Safelab engineer. An integrated air bypass system helps maintain constant inward airflow as the laminated glass sash is raised or lowered.
The unit also incorporates a low airflow alarm, helping alert users if airflow falls below the required level for safe operation.
Technical specification
Need dimensions, ducting details, width options or procurement information?
Download the Airone X technical specification for detailed product information to support planning, specification and purchasing decisions.
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Airone R3 ductless fume cabinet
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Airone 1000DS semi-mobile ducted fume cupboard
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Airone 1000RS mobile ductless fume cupboard
A mobile ductless option for schools and colleges that need flexible classroom demonstration use without external ducting.
Common questions
Need help choosing the right school fume cupboard?
If you are unsure whether your school needs a fixed ducted fume cupboard, a fixed ductless fume cabinet or a mobile demonstration unit, Safelab can help you choose the most suitable option.
Speak to our team for advice on fume cupboards for classrooms, prep rooms, laboratories and school science departments.