Mobile extraction unit AL‑KO POWER UNIT® – clean-air dust extractor for efficient dust and chip extraction
The AL‑KO POWER UNIT® is a portable dust extractor designed for professional use in craft businesses and industrial environments. As a high-performance clean air dust collector, it supports reliable dust extraction and chip extraction for single machines, machining centers, and ducted systems with multiple extraction points.
With eight sizes, motor outputs from 1.1 to 15 kW, and an airflow capacity of up to 10,000 m³/h, the system can be integrated into a wide range of applications based on operational requirements. Its compact design, low-noise operation, and consistently high extraction performance create ideal conditions for efficient, user-focused operation. In addition, the AL‑KO POWER UNIT® stands out for its strong energy efficiency, reliable filter cleaning, and high flexibility for changing production demands.
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Clean-air dust extractor: advantages, function, and applications of the mobile extraction unit at a glance
How does a clean-air dust extractor work?
A clean air dust collector removes dust-laden air directly at the point of generation, reliably separates particles from the airflow, and returns the cleaned air to the work area. In the AL‑KO POWER UNIT®, a high-performance fan with IE3 energy efficiency class or higher draws in the contaminated air. An integrated pre-separator directs chips, coarse particles, and larger dust fractions straight into the collection container. The remaining fine dust is then separated through dust class M filters. A key performance feature is the automatic AL‑KO OPTI JET® filter cleaning system. It cleans the filter elements with a pulse of compressed air even during operation, helping maintain consistently high extraction performance in continuous-duty use. At the same time, it extends filter service life and reduces maintenance requirements.
Advantages of the AL‑KO POWER UNIT®
- Low-noise operation thanks to highly effective sound insulation, with sound pressure levels starting at 69 dB(A) depending on the configuration
- High operational reliability and long service life, as key components are protected inside the unit
- Recirculating-air operation can be implemented in many applications, which help reduce heating costs
- High energy efficiency through an optional variable frequency drive for demand-based and energy-saving operation
- Consistently high extraction performance through the combination of pre-separation and automatic filter cleaning
- Flexible application options for single machines, machining centers, and systems with multiple extraction points
- Compact design for use where space is limited in workshops, production environments, and carpentry shops
- The AL‑KO POWER UNIT® portable dust extractor is eligible for funding under Module 4 of the BAFA funding program for energy-efficient extraction systems.
Typical applications for clean air dust collectors
- Woodworking & carpentry – standards-compliant extraction of wood dust and chips from saws, milling machines, and planers
- Joinery & furniture manufacturing – reliable dust extraction for single machines and machining centers, including continuous-duty operation
- Plastics processing – safe capture of fine plastic dust directly at the source
- Paper production – efficient extraction of paper dust in sensitive production areas
- Orthopedic technology – precise dust extraction during the processing of specialty materials
Options and variants for application-specific configuration
- Rotary valve, briquetting press, or rotary discharge as an alternative to the collection container
- Patented AL‑KO LEVEL CONTROL 21 fill-level monitor
- Various filter media matched to the specific application
- Integrated compressor for automatic filter cleaning
- Additional silencers and exhaust air hood
- Control options with variable frequency drive for greater energy efficiency and demand-based operation
- Extensive accessories such as ducting, hoses, and capture hoods
Clean-air dust extractor AL‑KO POWER UNIT® for crafts and industry
Technical data of the AL‑KO POWER UNIT® mobile extraction unit
Pure Air Dust Extractors AL-KO POWER UNIT
| Device type | Power Unit 100 | Power Unit 120 | Power Unit 160 | Power Unit 200 | Power Unit 250 | Power Unit 300 | Power Unit 350 | Power Unit 350+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suction nozzle Ø in mm | 100 | 120 | 160 | 200 | 250 | 300 | 350 | 355 |
| Nominal volume flow in m3/h * | 565 | 814 | 1,448 | 2,262 | 3,534 | 5,089 | 6,927 | 7,127 |
| Vacuum pressure at Vnenn. in Pa. | 2,118 | 2,180 | 2,503 | 2,563 | 3,184 | 2,587 | 2,543 | 3,347 |
| Motor rating in kW | 1.1 | 1.5 | 2.2 | 3 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 11 | 15 |
| Filter area in m2 | 4.1 | 5.1 | 9.1 | 13.8 | 22.4 | 30 | 73 | 73 |
| Sound pressure level dB(A) ** |
69 | 71 | 70 | 72 | 71 | 71 | 71 | 71 |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) in mm | 1,178 x 650 x 1,973 | 1,178 x 650 x 1,973 | 1,718 x 830 x 2,050 | 2,296 x 830 x 2,050 | 2,351 x 1,058 x 2,361 | 3,000 x 1,058 x 2,361 | 3,129 x 1,058 x 2,361 | 3,130 x 1,058 x 2,361 |
All values are approximate and refer to the basic version; subject to technical modifications.
*Tested according to DIN EN 16770 **Free-field measurement according to DIN EN 11201
The AL‑KO POWER UNIT® is available in eight sizes and is designed as a portable dust extractor for a broad range of applications in crafts and industry. This clean air dust collector combines a compact design with high performance for reliable dust extraction and chip extraction.
Key technical data at a glance
– 1.1 to 15 kW motor output
– Airflow rates up to 10,000 m³/h
– Filter area from 4.1 to 73 m²
– Sound pressure levels starting at 69 dB(A)
– Inlet diameters from 100 to 355 mm
– Automatic AL‑KO OPTI JET® filter cleaning
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Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about mobile extraction units and clean-air dust extractors
Where are mobile extraction units used?
A portable dust extractor is used wherever dust extraction and chip extraction are required directly at the source. Typical applications include joineries, carpentry shops, the furniture industry, plastics processing, paper manufacturing, and orthopedic technology. Depending on the system design, individual machines, machining centers, or multiple extraction points can be connected through a ducting system.
How does a clean air dust collector work?
A clean-air dust extractor draws in dust-laden air through a fan and directs it through a pre-separator. There, chips and coarse particles are separated from the airflow and discharged into a collection container. The remaining fine dust is then removed through suitable filters. For many woodworking and wood-processing applications, dust class M is the relevant minimum requirement for reliably capturing hazardous dust such as wood dust.
When is a portable dust extractor the right solution?
A mobile extraction unit is especially useful when dust and chips need to be extracted flexibly at changing workstations or directly from individual machines. It is well suited for small and medium-sized businesses, decentralized applications, or as an addition to existing extraction systems. Where floor space is limited, a compact, high-performance solution such as the AL‑KO POWER UNIT® can offer advantages over larger centralized systems.
What types of dust and chips can a clean air dust collector extract?
A clean-air dust extractor with dust class M is suitable for hazardous dust, including wood dust, plastic dust, paper dust, and comparable fine dusts generated in industrial processes. In addition, the pre-separator captures coarse wood chips and particles, such as those produced during sawing, milling, or machining-center operation. For especially hazardous dust such as asbestos or other carcinogenic substances, dust class H is required.
Which machines can be connected to a mobile extraction unit?
Typical applications for a portable dust extractor include saws, milling machines, sanding machines, planers, and CNC machining centers. Depending on performance, airflow, and system design, the unit can also serve multiple extraction points through a ducting system. The key requirement is that the system matches the specific process and the required extraction performance.
What advantages does a portable dust extractor offer compared to a stationary system?
A mobile extraction unit offers high flexibility, low installation effort, and fast commissioning. For many small and medium-sized businesses, it is a cost-effective solution when a central filtration system is not required. Additional features of the AL‑KO POWER UNIT®, such as automatic filter cleaning, low-noise operation, and an optional variable frequency drive, can support energy efficiency, ease of use, and consistently high extraction performance.