Vacuum cleaner for manicure
Professional beauty salons, where nail care procedures are performed, cannot do without such a necessary thing as a manicure vacuum cleaner. Many women purchase it for use at home.
Why is it needed?
Polishing and polishing of the nails on the hands and feet is not complete without the formation of dust - the remnants of horny tissue, dried manicure varnishes and paints. The latter contain many harmful chemicals - solvents, pigments, carcinogens. Small particles floating in the air enter the lungs, which can cause allergies, asthma, tracheitis and other respiratory diseases.
They negatively affect the skin, eyes, lead to headaches. Therefore, it is so important to clean the workplace from dust after each procedure.
In addition, the workplace itself in a nail salon should look perfectly clean and tidy. If the respiratory tract can be protected from harmful dust with a gauze bandage on the face, then only a manicure vacuum cleaner can handle the rest of the problems. Such devices facilitate the work of the master and give the nail salon more representativeness.
Principle of operation
Regardless of the type of manicure vacuum cleaner, they all work due to an electric motor that rotates the blades at a high speed of 2500-3000 rpm, due to which air, together with the dust present in it, is drawn into the hood and enters the bag-shaped dust collector. It needs to be cleaned from time to time, but there are also disposable plastic containers, which, after filling, are simply thrown away and replaced with new ones.
The principle of operation is not much different from a conventional household vacuum cleaner, but there are certain differences. The device for a nail salon should be compact, not heavy. If it is built-in, then the dimensions should allow it to be placed on the table. The mass of these units usually does not exceed 2 kg, the noise level is not more than 48 dB, the engine power is 20-30 W. With such characteristics, it will not interfere with either the client or the nail master, saves energy and is easy to carry if the model is not built-in. Such devices are powered by a 220 V household network.
Varieties
There are several types of nail vacuum cleaners, all of them have their own characteristics and advantages.
The hood is the most popular model of such vacuum cleaners. It has a plastic case with a powerful fan, the speed of rotation of the blades can reach 3000 rpm. High-quality models are made almost silent, the noise level in them does not exceed 62 dB, which provides a comfortable environment in the nail salon. Dust enters the removable dust bag, after use it is easily removed from the outlet pipe and replaced with a new one.
There are 2 options for such hoods: built-in or portable. The first type is tightly mounted in a manicure table, the front panel of the blade and fan are located horizontally or at a slight angle.During the procedure, hands should be held directly above the hood; for safety, the fan is closed with a protective grille. The advantages of built-in models of hoods are high power, the absence of unnecessary vibration, and the convenience of working on a rigidly fixed device. The disadvantages are the inability to move the device to another place and the need to mount it on a table, cutting a hole in the table top.
Portable hoods are a small panel with a vertical fan that is connected to the network through a regular power cord. The advantages of this type over built-in appliances are that they can be moved to any place, the main thing is that there is an outlet in the vicinity. The case is made of plastic, the fan is covered with a metal protective grill, and the weight usually does not exceed 1.5 kg.
A separate option is a floor hood for manicure, which has a lot of power. and is able to cope with any amount of dust in a short time. A massive housing with an electric motor, a fan and a dust collector is installed on the floor, and an exhaust hose goes from it to the workplace. Despite the highest cleaning efficiency, the floor hood consumes more power and takes up a lot of space in the cabin.
There are very convenient desktop models of manicure vacuum cleaners in a cylindrical body. They have 5 holes at the top for each finger. After processing the nails, the brush is placed on such a vacuum cleaner, each finger takes its place. So you can comfortably hold your hand on the stand for a long time. The appearance of such devices is very elegant and original.
What to look for when choosing?
Before buying a nail vacuum cleaner, it is necessary to take into account criteria such as engine power and speed, noise level during operation, weight and dimensions. Be sure to pay attention to the presence of a protective grill, it should prevent the tightening of small objects and protect fingers during procedures. The power of the device should be such that it is able to draw in an air-dust stream at a distance of 15-20 cm. A good vacuum cleaner can save the room not only from harmful microparticles, but also from the strong smells of varnishes and solvents.
Built-in models should be chosen only if the final interior of the salon is thought out and no redevelopment is foreseen. In this case, it is necessary to provide a socket near the device.
For convenience and mobility, it is best to choose a portable hood model with a plastic case. It is easily placed on any horizontal surface, takes up little space, does not require installation. The most successful solution would be models with an inclined palm rest, they will allow the client not to feel discomfort during a long manicure.
Depending on the workload of the device, it is worth choosing the right volume of the dust collector, determining how often you will have to change filters and plastic dust bags. For large salons with a constant influx of visitors, it is worth buying a powerful outdoor unit, and for a house, a portable hood in a plastic case with small dimensions.
The time of continuous operation also plays an important role, many of these devices have limitations on this value. Some devices have additional useful features: timer, automatic start or bright backlight. For a prestigious beauty salon, such bonuses will be important.You should also pay attention to the length of the power cord, it should reach the nearest outlet.
In addition to the technical characteristics of the hood for manicure, an important aspect is the manufacturer. It is necessary to choose proven companies that have proven themselves in the market of cosmetic products. It is worth considering some brands in more detail.
Popular Models
Manufacturer Max Since 2011, it has been supplying the market with manicure products and devices that are of high quality and popular among women. Manicure hoods «Max Storm», «Max Ultimate»are presented in several varieties, all vacuum cleaners are guaranteed for 18 months.
The Max Storm dust collector hood has a stylish white body with a palm rest. The kit includes interchangeable 3D dust bags, they are multi-layered, that is, they provide maximum insulation and do not tear. The device is portable and can be easily installed on any horizontal surface. The front part with a ventilation grill and a palm rest are located at a slight angle, this model is called an "hourglass".
Technical characteristics of the device:
- engine power - 32 W;
- noise level during operation - 40 dB;
- blade rotation speed - 3100 rpm;
- productivity - 164 cubic meters. m/hour;
- dimensions - 280x350x155 mm;
- weight of the device - 964 g.
With such speed and power, the Max Storm hood copes well with any amount of dust, it works so silently that it allows you to speak without raising your voice.
In addition to this item, Max presents built-in hoods for nail salons "Max Storm" and "Max Ultimate", portable hood «Max Ultimate 2» and a powerful device specifically for pedicure with a footrest.
Powerful portable vacuum cleanerEmil X2» with a 60 W motor will provide clean air at any intensity of procedures both in the salon and at home. They have an hourglass shape similar to the Max Storm hood and excellent technical characteristics. With a fan speed of 3100 rpm, this device has a capacity of 400 cubic meters / hour, the noise level emitted during operation is 62 dB.
The body is made of glossy white ABS plastic, pleasant to the eye and touch. Keeping your hands on the stand for a long time will be very comfortable. To protect fingers and prevent small objects from falling into the fan blades, there is a chrome grille on the front panel. Dust is collected in two-layer white bags. The device is switched on using a push-button switch located on the 220 V power cord.
Russian manufacturer "Ultratech» occupies a high rating in the market of goods for manicure and pedicure. They are presented with cute-looking multi-colored models of manicure vacuum cleaners with a plastic case. Models «Ultratech SD-117» with a power of 24 W provide reliable dust extraction with virtually silent operation. The dimensions of the device are 265x315x130 mm, weight - 1.95 kg. Products come with a six month warranty.
Portable vacuum cleaners "Ultratech" are made of colored plastic, which is protected from the action of solvents and other aggressive substances used in manicure. Available in red, yellow, purple, beige, black and white. The fan is closed with a chrome grille, the device is turned on with a button on the front panel, the standard cord is 220 V.
Hood «Air Magic» from ECO is a powerful device with a floor arrangement.It is suitable for large salons where regular intensive ventilation is required. In addition to dust, it eliminates the sharp unpleasant odors of chemical solvents. In addition to the massive white floor housing, the device is equipped with an exhaust plastic hose-pipe, the end of which is located above the workplace.
The dimensions of the hood are 700x350x350 mm, weight 18 kg, so you need to choose the place of its installation in advance. The noise level is relatively low for such power - only 40 dB. The device allows you to effectively clean the air in the room by 80-90%. The kit includes special double cleaning filters that are easy to replace.
How to do it yourself?
Making your own exhaust device for manicure / pedicure is quite simple. Its main part - a 30-60 W electric motor with blades is found in many devices. It can be an ordinary kitchen or desktop fan, a computer cooler. The main thing is to choose a suitable power supply with the appropriate voltage for such a unit. A kitchen hood fan sold in hardware stores already has a power supply with a transformer; for operation, it only needs to be connected to a household network.
If the manicure hood is made from a computer cooler, then you should choose a suitable unit for it, their standard voltages are 5 and 12 V, observing the polarity.
After choosing the main working part, it is necessary to think over the reliable intake of air and ensuring the removal of dust. For a portable vacuum cleaner, you can use plastic, wood or other material that can be easily processed, the main thing is to cut a hole for the fan housing and fix it securely.Soft, easily processed material is also needed in order to fix the protective grille on the front panel of the hood.
A flexible plastic hose is put on the back of the fan, you need to choose the right diameter. It is displayed in the dust collector from any improvised materials.
If you decide to make a stationary nail vacuum cleaner yourself, then you can use flexible corrugated acrylic or plastic hoses for the hood, which are easy to find on sale.
A convenient solution would be to lead such a hose directly to the street or to the ventilation shaft. This eliminates the need to constantly change dust collectors.
Reviews
Many women who regularly perform manicure and pedicure procedures speak of the benefits of these simple devices. They really provide cleanliness and comfort, relieve headaches from various chemicals with a pungent odor. It is equally important to take care of your health, which is more important than the beauty of nails. Therefore, a manicure vacuum cleaner, along with varnishes, paints and tool kits, should be present in every beauty salon.
The most popular and convenient are light portable plastic hoods weighing no more than 1.2 kg. They are valued for their quiet operation and the ability to install in any convenient place where there is enough light. Of the manufacturers, they prefer the efficient, proven vacuum cleaners "Max Storm" and "Ultratech".
In the video below - a demonstration of the operation of the Max Ultimate manicure vacuum cleaner.