- Capture Arm: 10
- Motor: 3.0 HP / 230V/3/60Hz
- Product Number: FRED-JR-030N2
10 Capture Arm / 3.0 HP – 230V
Up to 1800 CFM

Ensure safe breathing zones for your workers with the FRED Jr. Portable Fume Extractor. Remove weld fumes, dust, and other airborne contaminants right at the source with this small portable fume extractor.
Designed for easy transport and positioning, the FRED Jr. provides a mobile air filtration and ventilation system that improves workplace safety and air quality. Equipped with a Merv 15 rated Nanofiber filter that captures airborne contaminants as small as 0.5 micron, you can count on clean air and a highly efficient solution for welding fume extraction.
The FRED Jr.’s flexible 10’ externally articulated capture arm allows for easy positioning, so you can remove contaminants at the source for max capture efficiency. With powerful suction and capture velocity, this portable fume extractor outperforms other fume extractors by collecting harmful particles from a greater distance, keeping breathing zones safe even during demanding applications.
The FRED Jr. weld fume extractor is purpose-built for industries that demand clean air and reliable mobility. Its compact frame makes it the perfect choice when you need a small welding fume extractor that doesn’t sacrifice performance.
Whether you’re working in a fabrication shop, a maintenance bay, or on a mobile job site, the FRED Jr. provides an adaptable solution for safe and compliant air filtration.
Why choose a portable welding fume extractor like FRED Jr.? Unlike fixed ventilation systems, this unit gives you the flexibility to move between workstations or bring fume capture directly to the welding process.
By eliminating the need for costly ductwork or permanent installations, businesses gain a cost-effective way to maintain compliance with OSHA guidelines while protecting worker health.
FRED Jr. delivers high-efficiency dust capture in a small, mobile unit that’s perfect for moving between stations or performing work on-site:
Additional benefits include reduced maintenance downtime, simple filter changes, and versatility across multiple metalworking processes. Investing in this small portable fume extractor is an investment in your workers’ health and productivity.
Despite its compact size, FRED Jr. is packed to the brim with carefully selected features for max fume extraction performance:
Engineered as more than just a dust collector, the FRED Jr. acts as a complete welding ventilation system, removing harmful particles before they can spread through the workspace. The Nanofiber filter ensures longer filter life and improved airflow compared to standard filter media.
Upgrade your unit with a selection of options geared toward unique air filtration challenges and applications:
These options allow you to scale the performance of your welding fume extraction system based on workload intensity, job site requirements, or specific air quality challenges.
The FRED Jr. Portable Fume Extractor base model comes equipped with a 120V, 1.5 HP single-speed motor and a 10’ externally articulated capture arm, but the following options are also available upon request:
Model (Product Number) | Motor (H.P.) | Air Flow (CFM) | Volts/Phase/Hz | Amps | Net Weight1 | Width1 | Height1 | Length1 | Cord Length (ft.) | Arm Length (ft.) | Arm Diameter | Filter Type |
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FRED-JR-015N1 | 1.5 HP | 1200 | 120V/1/60Hz | 13.2 | 88.00 | 32.5 | 96 | 33 | 15 | 10 | 6″ | Nanotech MERV 15 |
FRED-JR-13-015N1 | 1.5 HP | 1200 | 120V/1/60Hz | 13.2 | 92.53 | 32.5 | 109 | 33 | 15 | 13 | 6″ | Nanotech MERV 15 |
FRED-JR-030N2 | 3.0 HP | 1800 | 230V/3/60Hz | 7.1 | 88.00 | 32.5 | 96 | 33 | 15 | 10 | 6″ | Nanotech MERV 15 |
FRED-JR-030N4 | 3.0 HP | 1800 | 460V/3/60Hz | 3.7 | 88.00 | 32.5 | 96 | 33 | 15 | 10 | 6″ | Nanotech MERV 15 |
FRED-JR-030N5 | 3.0 HP | 1800 | 575V/3/60Hz | 3.2 | 88.00 | 32.5 | 96 | 33 | 15 | 10 | 6″ | Nanotech MERV 15 |
FRED-JR-13-030N2 | 3.0 HP | 1800 | 230V/3/60Hz | 7.1 | 92.53 | 32.5 | 109 | 33 | 15 | 13 | 6″ | Nanotech MERV 15 |
FRED-JR-13-030N4 | 3.0 HP | 1800 | 460V/3/60Hz | 3.7 | 92.53 | 32.5 | 109 | 33 | 15 | 13 | 6″ | Nanotech MERV 15 |
FRED-JR-13-030N5 | 3.0 HP | 1800 | 575V/3/60Hz | 3.2 | 92.53 | 32.5 | 109 | 33 | 15 | 13 | 6″ | Nanotech MERV 15 |
1 – Product weight and dimensions are based on base-models and may vary depending on selected product features. Please contact us for an accurate shipping quote.
Learn how to get the most out of your FRED Jr. and troubleshoot common problems.
See our help topics and support videos below, and download the FRED Jr. product guide and owner’s manual.
Tools required:
Before you use your unit, you’ll want to perform a function test to verify it’s in working order.
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