Bonsai Commercial Series 48" X 24" H14 99.995% HEPA Horizontal Laminar Flow Hood 4'x2'
Bonsai Commercial Series 48" X 24" H14 99.995% HEPA Horizontal Laminar Flow Hood 4'x2' - Natural Clear Coat Finish is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Description
Description
The Bonsai Commercial Series 48" × 24" Horizontal Laminar Flow Hood is Bonsai's flagship 4'×2' unit — the most popular size for serious home or commercial mycology lab setups. Since 2019, Bonsai Filtration has built over 4,000 laminar flow hoods for professionals and hobbyists in the mycology industry.
The 48"×24" H14 HEPA filter, rated 99.995% at 0.3 microns, is built from water-resistant glass microfiber with hundreds of aluminum separators — the same class of filtration used in microbiology, microchip manufacturing, and nuclear laboratories. True horizontal laminar flow gives a steady, uniform sterile air curtain; many lower-cost all-in-one FFUs create turbulent airflow instead, which raises cross-contamination risk.
- 48"×24"H14 HEPA filter
- 99.995%@ 0.3 microns
- 50"×45"×22.5"W × H × D assembled
- 148 lbsUnit weight
- Clear or WhiteFinish options
Why growers pick the Commercial Series
- Flagship commercial size – The most popular Bonsai size for serious home or commercial lab setups.
- 99% pre-assembled – Wired by a certified electrician, with roughly 5 minutes of final assembly.
- Lab-grade H14 HEPA filtration – Glass microfiber filter with hundreds of aluminum separators, the same class used in microbiology and cleanroom industries.
- True horizontal laminar flow – Steady, uniform airflow built for grain-to-grain transfers, agar work, cloning, and multi-person operation.
- CNC-robotic production – Single-piece frames and precision assembly help keep Bonsai's prices roughly 20–35% below competitors.
What's included
- 48"×24" H14 HEPA filter & blower housing, 99% pre-assembled and pre-wired
- 20"×20" pre-filter with removable housing
- Custom 1-piece CNC faceplate
- User's guide covering sterile technique, agar work, grain transfers, and syringe making
- Choice of Natural Clear Coat or Painted White finish
How it's used
- Final assembly. About 5 minutes, since the unit ships 99% pre-assembled and pre-wired by a certified electrician.
- Power on. Let the HEPA-filtered air run for a few minutes to establish a steady laminar flow before starting work.
- Set up your work. Position agar plates, grain, substrate, or spawn bags within the 48"×24" sterile zone.
- Work in the airflow. Perform transfers, pours, or inoculations — the wide surface supports multi-person operation.
- Power off after use. Replace the HEPA filter after about 3,000 hours of use, or 3–5 years under normal use.
Freight shipping: the freight rate shown at checkout covers the lower 48 states. We can also ship to Alaska, Hawaii, and Canada — those routes are quoted individually, so please contact us for a rate before ordering. No shipping rate will appear at checkout for addresses outside the lower 48.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Filter | 48″×24″ Magna 1100 pleated glass microfiber HEPA |
| Filter grade | H14 HEPA |
| Filter efficiency | 99.995% @ 0.3 microns |
| Pressure drop | 0.59 @ 100cm |
| Initial resistance | 0.79 in. W.G. |
| Filter lifespan | About 3,000 hours, or 3–5 years under normal use |
| Replacement filter | Bonsai HEPAFLOW-C 2'×4' |
| Blower | Dayton 1XJY1, 1/2 HP, 120V |
| Pre-filter | 20″×20″, removable housing |
| Construction | 3/4″ cabinet-grade maple or birch plywood |
| Finish options | Natural Clear Coat or Painted White |
| Assembled dimensions | 50″W × 45″H × 22.5″D |
| Unit weight | 148 lbs |
| Freight shipping weight | 250 lbs |
| Final assembly | ~5 minutes (99% pre-assembled, wired by a certified electrician) |
| Warranty | 3-year motor warranty |
| SKU | FLC-1 (Clear) / FLC-2 (White) |
Need a smaller footprint?The Bonsai XL 24″×18″ is a benchtop hood that ships free by ground, and the HEPAFLOW-12C is the personal-sized option.
FAQ
What's the difference between the Natural Clear Coat and Painted White finishes?
Both are the same 48"×24" commercial unit. The Painted White Finish costs $400 more than the Natural Clear Coat ($2,249 vs. $1,849).
How is this shipped?
It ships on a pallet via freight (FedEx Freight, UPS/TForce, or Estes). The flat freight rate shown at checkout covers the lower 48 states; Alaska, Hawaii, and Canada are quoted individually — contact us before ordering. Free local pickup is available by request, and a valid phone number is needed for delivery appointment scheduling.
How much assembly is required?
The unit arrives 99% pre-assembled and wired by a certified electrician — final assembly takes about 5 minutes.
How is true laminar flow different from a cheap FFU?
True horizontal laminar flow moves air in a steady, uniform stream across the work surface. Many inexpensive all-in-one fan filter units (FFUs) create turbulent airflow instead, which can increase the risk of cross-contamination.
How long does the HEPA filter last?
About 3,000 hours, or 3–5 years under normal use. The HEPAFLOW-C replacement filter is sold separately.
I don't need the full 48"×24" — what are my options?
For a smaller footprint, see the Bonsai XL 24"×18" or the personal-sized HEPAFLOW-12C.
What's the warranty?
This unit carries a 3-year motor warranty.
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