Brand	Avid Armor
Material	Stainless Steel
Color	Stainless Steel
Item Dimensions LxWxH	13.5 x 8 x 17.8 inches
Item Weight	14.5 Pounds

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HEAVY-DUTY VACUUM SEALER SYSTEM - Field and Home processing tested & approved! Tested quality for use in restaurants, industrial, by outdoors-men & women, professional & home processing and sous vide vaccume cooking. Avid Armor A100 features stainless steel construction, a 12" wide seal bar and built-in cooling fan
STARTER & MAINTENANCE KIT INCLUDED: A100 package includes vacuum accessory hose, 30 pre-cut vacuum seal bag samples. Maintenance kit includes replacement vacuum chamber gaskets, seal wire and teflon seal tape
USE PULSE FUNCTION TO PREVENT CRUSHING FOODS - Package your delicate food like breads, fruits and cheese not requiring a full tight vacuum seal
IMPULSE BAG SEALER MODE - Seal bags without using the vacuum step. Makes a wide 5 mm positive seal preventing leaks and the need to double seal. Great when making bags from continuous vacuum bags rolls or vacuum sealing back to back packages
MARINATE & VACUUM SEAL STORAGE CONTAINERS - Using the A100 vacuum accessory port simply attach the vacuum hose to machine then your canister or jar to remove air storing grains, nuts, coffee, fruits, liquids, grated vegetables and cheese in your brand name canister (canister, jar not included). Great for marinating and pickling
KEEPS FOOD FRESH 5X LONGER – The 28” vacuum keeps food fresh up to 5x longer than traditional methods such as zipper bags or plastic containers. Keeps your freezer organized and full of quality foods.

Product Description

Avid Armor is the Trusted, Innovative Name in Quality Food Storage

We are an American small business passionate about our brand. Founded with a simple mission: create superior vacuum packaging products.

Our universal vacuum sealer bags and frustration-free vacuum sealing system allow you to preserve your food from “field to sealed” and eat fresh in your kitchen year-round. With Avid Armor, you can be confident that you’re getting quality dependable products and service.

Tech Specs

450 Watts of Vacuum Power
12 Inch Long Sealing Bar
Wide 5 mm Seal Wire
110 - 120 Volt - 60Hz
15" W x 10.75" D x 3.75" H (5.25" H including handle)
14 lbs

What's Included:

30 Convenient Sized (10 Each - Pint, Quart, Gallon) BPA-Free Avid Armor Vacuum Seal Storage Bags
Vacuum Tubing for Vacuum Marinating Canisters (Canisters not shown nor included)
Replacement Vacuum Chamber Gasket, Metal Heating Element, and Heat Tape

Avid Armor A100 Vacuum Sealer System

Processing Fresh ... FIELD TO SEALED!

The A100 vacuum sealer is designed to stand up to the rigorous demands of processing & butchering wild game, fish and harvest, while not breaking the bank for consumers that just need an easy-to-use machine for everyday use of meal prepping, storing leftovers, bulk freezer storage and sous vide cooking. If you are looking for the best commercial vacuum sealer for home use, then look no further!

Features

Heavy-Duty Stainless Steel Construction
Clear View Lid for Easy Loading and Sealing
Extra wide, Easy-to-Load and Clean Vacuum Channel
Pulse Setting to Prevent Crushing Delicate Items
Impulse Seal Function to Continuously Seal Bags without Vacuuming
Adjust Seal Time Function to Ensure Perfect Seal
Double Piston Pump with Cooling Fan for Continuous Bag Sealing
Accessory Port for Marinating and Vacuum Sealing with Canisters (Canisters not included)

Q:

What is the HG vacuum strength at is the?

Answer: The vac pump is rated at 27.5" Hg. This is the top level for a "suction clamp type vacuum sealer".

Q:

Does it have a vacuum hose hookup

Answer: Yes. My model came with a hose. We don't use the hose in the restaurant but, I'm sure it works great. We love this machine. It's a well made heavy duty vac sealer. Works with standard food saver style bags and we get them cheap on amazon.

Answer: Mine does and it is the best thing I have blocked

Q:

Can this product be used to seal and store liquidy foods? If so to what degree can this be done? Would mashed potatoes work? How about bone broth?

Answer:

Answer: Vacuum sealers aren't designed to seal wet contents: however, I've had good success freezing soft "liquidy" foods by freezing them first, and after they're in a solid state they can be easily handled and vacuum sealed. Good luck.

Answer: Yes you can seal liquids but must first freeze them so the liquid doesn't get sucked into the vacuum. I have sealed mashed potatoes without a problem

Answer: freeze in a Ziploc, then with the Ziploc unsealed, put the frozen item in the sealer bag and follow the instructions. Absolutely no liquid may enter the machine. Really good machine.

Q:

are replacement parts available? Is there a parts list?

Answer: Yes all spares are available. There is no list however just simply call or email is with the item required starting with model A100 and the part. Example: A100 vacuum valve, A100 gasket kit, A100 Teflon tape. Let us know if any questions..

Answer: Some basic replacement parts come with the unit. From the Amazon page, "Maintenance kit includes replacement vacuum chamber gaskets, seal wire and teflon seal tape."

Answer: I'm not sure if replacement parts are available but I am sure if you contact the company they will let you know. They were very quick to respond to my questions regarding the product before and after purchasing it.

Answer: My unit was purchased for business use. It only came with an owners manual. The unit works great, no problems at all. The only thing we replace is new bags. They can be purchased from several sellers on Amazon. Good product and I can recommend it to others.

Answer: Works trouble free.have it almost 2 years. Heat sealing strip is availablel.

Answer: It comes with foam seals and a new sealing element, my third sealer, and by far the best one one!

Answer: Call the manufacturer

Q:

Where is this vacuum sealer made?

Answer: We have tried every vacuum sealer made. This one is made in USA and is totally superior. Their customer service is also great and since I am a certified technician that uses vacuum pumps daily THIS ONE IS IT!! We also do mason jars and that is tough on a sealing machine. Don't hesitate just get it you won't be sorry, the other brand attachments also work on it.

Answer: Our model A100 is manufactured in China.

Answer: Label says its made in China.

Q:

Can I vacuum seal a bag with marinade or liquid?

Answer: With all vacuum sealers which suck out the air liquids and marinades can be tricky. With our A100 there are several things you can do: use the pulse vac mode which allows you to control the vacuum and how much. By pressing pulse you create how much vacuum...and once you see the liquid being drawn to top of bag simply press seal button to create a locking positive seal. The other method is: many users will par freeze their liquids in a small bowl then vacuum pack the "brick". Works great! With the A100 you have lots of freedom and flexibility.

Answer: Yes, but freeze the liquid first. The same applies to anything that contains liquid or juice, e.g., fish, raw meat, etc., in order to end up with a better result & no mess.

Q:

Some say 85kpa what is the suction power

Answer: I do not know the value for the suction power. However, I will tell you that I would be happier if it drew a tighter seal. Most times I find the bag is not as tight as I want. I am planning on getting a stronger one myself.

Answer: I don't know but there is a button that you can use to increase or decrease sealing time.

Answer: -1.892 psi

Q:

How close to the end of bag does it seal?

Answer: You decide how much bag is left pass the seal by moving the bap position relative to the sealer strip. All this is visible through the clear cover.

Answer: You can seal at the end of the bag without vacuum with vacuum about 1/2 inch from end

Answer: About a half inch.

Answer: About 3/4 of an inch

Q:

How long is recomended to let it cool off between seals? My current one says 2 minutes. I am looking to shorten that time drasticly

Answer: For model A100 we recommend 20 to 30 seconds between cycles. When I pack in bulk, we vacuum - seal - load new bag and go again with no issues.

Answer: Mine says 30 secs

Answer: Mine says 20 seconds. Seems to work fine.

Answer: 20 seconds should be fine

Q:

How does it work sealing if the food holds water or blood. Like deer and fish

Answer: It has a pulse feature that allows you to stop vacuum and seal before liquid enters the machine . I love mine no trouble after over a thousand uses I do not know if you are aware Avid also has a chamber sealer for around $250 more than a A100 and bags are about a third the price so if you use it a lot the difference will be made up and with it you can do soups and sauces

Answer: drain and pat dry the meat or fish you want to vac seal.any residual moisture will be sealed just fine. example of my blanched asparagus this spring, the little water that there was did not interfere with sealing

Answer: We use this for venison, beef, and all our bulk cheese we cut into one pound chunks. No leaks! No ice! Everything we seal comes out like you just put it in for many months. I have been using this model for 2 years with no issues. Try making cookies and as soon as they are cool bag them one in each bag and freeze. When thawed they are just like the hour you bagged them a day or months later!

Answer: You could freeze each item on a cookie sheet. When frozen place in bag and vacuum seal. I've put stew in a loaf pan, allow it to freeze and then seal the "loaf" of stew.

Answer: meat juices get partially sucked out of your bag and then it just seals the bag.

Q:

Can you use mylar bags with this unit?

Answer: Hello Amazon Customer! Thank you for reaching out and asking your question. We have not tested mylar with our Avid Armor Vacuum Sealer, as such I cannot recommend that the product be used for this. I did do a little research before replying and there seems to be some techniques out there (I just searched "can I seal mylar with a heat sealer"). However, since we have not tested it and it is not what the product is made for, I do not recommend it and if it damages the unit in any way it would not be backed by our guarantee.

Q:

Does it seal mylar bags?

Answer: Depends on the thickness of the mylar bag. There are bags that are 5 ~ 7 mils thick which the A100 can seal. However there are some on the market extra thick (like retort) that require more heat and pressure to seal (some cases the edge of clothes iron). Let us know the thickness or brand number of mylar bag and we may be able to provide more detail.

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Answer: Our A100 can heat seal mylar bags but it can't vacuum mylar bags unless it has an embossed texture.

Answer: You can seal Mylar bags but you have to use a straw in the bag to get a good vacuum.

Answer: This is an awesome sealer! The site gives the recommendations as to days to use.

Q:

Does the lid lock, how does it maintain pressure while sealing?

Answer: A seal on the door and a seal on the unit compress as the vacuum increases in fact at the end of cycle the seal is so strong you need to wait to open the door These are great units mine has gone nearly a thousand cycles and no complaints their bags are also the best I have used

Answer: Vacuum holds the lid down. Downside,no accommodation to store and cut bags.

Answer: Here's a link to the owners manual, 'https://avidarmor.com/content/A100-UserManual-web.pdf'

Q:

I want to buy this item but needs 220 volts?

Answer: 110 VAC

Q:

How loud is this unit?

Answer: That's very subjective. I don't think it's very loud at all (never tried measuring the decibel level).

Answer: It is fairly loud, It heats up fast. I love it. It is definitely with the extra $$. I had one that I had bought designed for residential use and was just as loud. If you are going to use it multiple time in a row its great it stays hot. I saved my vacuum suction from my other machine and it works on this also. The machine seals very well.

Answer: Not loud at alljust a normal seal sound love it

Answer: It is not bad, at all. The unit does make some noise as it draws down vacuum. At the end of that cycle is loudest, otherwise not bad at all. When just running it is super quiet. Hope helps.

Answer: Not very loud.

Q:

Can you use other bag brands?

Answer: Yes if vacuum sealing other branded bags with channels or embossing will work. If just using to seal the bags, any flat bag will work as well.

Answer: you can use any bag that has a textured surface. I have used several brands with no problems at all

Answer: I have never tried I am still using the bags that I bought from Avid Armour

Q:

How does the marinate function work? The manual just says, "Press for marinating options", but I could find no description of what those options are.

Answer:

Q:

Can this machine accommodate 15 or 16 inch wide bags?

Answer: 16

Q:

Will this hold up for commercial use? We seal approx 100 bags twice each week.

Answer: Yes. I use it for sealing fish, meat and chicken. We shop at Sam's and usually buy meat and chicken in bulk. I also routinely seal fresh caught fish. It would not be unusual for me to seal 10-20 bags in a day. You should have not problem with 200 bags a week. However it does not seal very strong. Some bags seem loose to be.

Answer:

Answer: It should, it's heavy duty and built very durable! We used it to seal 200 bags in 1 setting and it didn't faze it a bit!

Answer: I believe it will, however it may take you a little longer. You have to wait 20 seconds in between each bag. I love this sealer. Have not had one bag not seal!!! Have used it mostly for freezing meat/food.

Answer: Yes the A100 will handle the stated volumes. The unit is made to be used back-to-back and should have no issues. Only suggestion is to set the seal time to the lowest setting to get a positive seal which will manage the heat in the sealing bar. Thanks!

Answer: In the two years I have used my machine I have sealed 5 or 6 hundred bags. You do have to let the heat strip cool between bags or it will seal prematurely. Its a great machine for what I use it for.

Answer: No. You have to let it cool off between seals. I was a little disappointed. I don't use it commercially, but when I use it I'm usually packing veggies for freezer or meat, and have at least a dozen packages to do. HOWEVER it''s still way better than ones you buy at Walmart.

Answer: Yes, this is designed for light commercial

Answer: It's a very well built machine, however, if you need a machine with that amount of use, you should be looking at a chamber type sealer, they're expensive, but you'll probably save in the long run.

Q:

Is the accessory tube compatable with my foodsaver canisters?

Answer: Ambre P,

Q:

Will this hold up for commercial use? We seal approx 100 bags twice each week.

Answer: Yes. I use it for sealing fish, meat and chicken. We shop at Sam's and usually buy meat and chicken in bulk. I also routinely seal fresh caught fish. It would not be unusual for me to seal 10-20 bags in a day. You should have not problem with 200 bags a week. However it does not seal very strong. Some bags seem loose to be.

Answer:

Answer: It should, it's heavy duty and built very durable! We used it to seal 200 bags in 1 setting and it didn't faze it a bit!

Answer: I believe it will, however it may take you a little longer. You have to wait 20 seconds in between each bag. I love this sealer. Have not had one bag not seal!!! Have used it mostly for freezing meat/food.

Answer: Yes the A100 will handle the stated volumes. The unit is made to be used back-to-back and should have no issues. Only suggestion is to set the seal time to the lowest setting to get a positive seal which will manage the heat in the sealing bar. Thanks!

Answer: In the two years I have used my machine I have sealed 5 or 6 hundred bags. You do have to let the heat strip cool between bags or it will seal prematurely. Its a great machine for what I use it for.

Answer: No. You have to let it cool off between seals. I was a little disappointed. I don't use it commercially, but when I use it I'm usually packing veggies for freezer or meat, and have at least a dozen packages to do. HOWEVER it''s still way better than ones you buy at Walmart.

Answer: Yes, this is designed for light commercial

Answer: It's a very well built machine, however, if you need a machine with that amount of use, you should be looking at a chamber type sealer, they're expensive, but you'll probably save in the long run.

Q:

How many seals can be fone before it over heats?

Answer: I have no idea. Ours sealed a few times, and they were never flawless. We’ve only owned it a few weeks and have sealed less than a dozen items. Then, it quit vacuuming altogether. We’ll be either calling Avid or sending this back. It simply doesn’t work and I’ve been vacuum sealing for years.

Answer: I believe I did about 12, and did not notice any signs of over heating.

Answer: I have never experienced an overheat with mine. I have processed several deer with mine and it maintains a constant temperature.

Q:

Can I use Food Saver bags with this machine?

Answer: Yes! The A100 will work with all embossed vacuum sealer bags. And the wide positive seal will have no issues sealing them tight.

Answer: I would say so. We have even used zip lock regular and freezer bags.

Answer: Yes, as well as the old style canisters with the old stye canister attachment.

Answer: Yes

Q:

Can you do bulk sealing with out letting the machine rest between seals? (20 bags at a time?)

Answer: Yes the A100 will handle back to back sealing. Please note that if you are using rolls, then your cycles double. With rolls you must cut and make a seal, then insert food / item and vacuum seal. This means machine is operating more cycles. Thanks!

Q:

How do I get a new protective strip for the sealer portion of the device.

Answer: Go to their website, they have replacements available for around $15 with a new sealing strip

Answer: go to avidarmor.com and click on "Replacement Parts".

Answer: Call Avid they are good at sending parts

Answer: Order it from the company’s website

Q:

Is this returnable ?

Answer: I believe it is if in the right timeframe

Q:

Type of bags to use with the Avid Armor A 100 vaccum sealer

Answer: With the A100 we suggest using our Avid Armor vacuum sealer bags and rolls. They are offered in different sizes with the most popular sizes in quart, gallon and pint size. In addition we also offer the line of Magic Vac vacuum bags which are manufactured in Italy. The key the vacuum sealer bags must have an embossing type pattern for the air to be drawn out. thanks

Answer: It comes with a lot of bags when you purchase the sealer.

Answer: Any type should work but I prefer Avid Armor bags. I buy in bulk as it is cheaper that way

Answer: Any vacuum seal bags will work. I have used several different bags and have not found any that were a problem.

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Per one buyer's review (byrandallon august 14, 2017), this item has a three years warranty. could you verify the warranty/guarantee terms?

Answer: byrandallon:

Answer: Don't know what to say in my papers that came with the sealer it said three years warranty and to go to the website and register and there it said three years and accepted my registration perhaps the seller might want to check on what info is being sent with product and what is online somewhere there is a difference.

Q:

What is the widest bag that this sealer can handle? Can it seal 15, or 16 inch wide bags such as Weston?

Answer: The Avid Armor Vacuum Sealer has a 12 inch sealing bar. The widest bag that it can seal is 12 inches.

Q:

What can i use to replace the tape over the sealing bar. It not longer stays put and comes off all the time.

Answer: Yes, we offer a maintenance kit that includes the replacement teflon tape. Please contact us with your info and we will coordinate a replacement seal strip.

Answer: Mine came with an extra piece of tape. I would contact the manufacturer, and I'm sure they would send you some.

Q:

One person says it is made in china and another says made in the usa. so, i have a question. where itf is it actually made? :)

Answer: Just checked, the label on the bottom says "Made in China". A great piece of equipment none the less.

Answer: Mine has a sticker that states, "Made in China".

Answer: I don't the answer. I do know it is a good product and does exactly what I expect it to do.

Q:

Anyone use this for fresh filed fish?

Answer: Yes

Q:

can i use any brand of sealing bags with the armor vacuum sealer machine?

Answer: Yes any embossed or textured bag will work with the A100.

Answer: the bags must have texture on one side for the machine to work properly.

Answer: Yes, you can.

Q:

Is it working with 220-240 (50hz) Electricity

Answer: I can't say with 100% certainty but I believe it is only 110v. The technical details on the Amazon page say 110-120v. Also, I know that there are fans and I do not believe they are DC, so, they are likely 110v AC fans which wouldn't work with 220v.

Answer: Our A100 model is for 110 / 120V only.

Answer: 120 volts, 60 Hertz

Answer: NO - You will destroy it

Q:

Is the heat seal time adjustable?

Answer: Yes the heat sealing time is adjustable allowing you to seal different thickness of bags and materials.

Answer: Yes, the seal time is adjustable.

Answer: Yes

Q:

Does it have a bag slicer?

Answer: Michael M.,

Answer: No it does not

Answer: No, it doesn't.

Q:

Can it use the Foodsaver attachment to vacuum Foodsaver containers?

Answer: we use our foodsaver vacuum containers with our Avid Armor sealer.

Answer: I don’t believe so, but it’s the best vacuum sealer on the market. I love mine and don’t regret not getting a Foodsaver at all as the AvidArmoir rarely, if ever, has a failed deal.

Answer: You will use the Avid armor hose but the containers yes. This is what helped me decide on this unit.

Answer: Should but have not tried the remote hose.

Answer: Yes

Q:

How much bag is wasted when sealing an open end? that is, what's the minimum distance from the cut edge to the seal? (some waste a lot each time.)

Answer: The seal area, the area heated and pressed, is about 1/4" wide. From the edge of the seal area nearest the vacuum chamber to the edge of the vacuum chamber is 3/4". I think you need to allow at least 1" from the edge of the seal area to the vacuum chamber. So, you will lose 1-1/4" every time you cut a bag and reseal.

Answer: Waste is very minimal, probably about1/2". That's one of the reasons why I purchased this particular Vacuum Sealer. The sealing strip is right along the very outside edge of the machine, meaning extremely minimal waste. And if you're simply making bags from bulk rolls, you don't need any of the exposed edge of the bag inside the "vacuum chamber", so you can easily seal the end of a bag with as little wasted as you want. You can literally seal the bag with NO waste if you're good!

Answer: With this sealer, you can choose how much to overlap the heat strip by looking through the clear cover to see where the end of the bag is.

Answer: about an inch or so at minimum as is standard for the kind of thing. i find to wastes less than the foodsaver I used to have

Answer: I have about a 1/4 in of above the seal.

Answer: This machine works with VERY minimal waste. I bought after going through multiple food savers.

Answer: Definitely over an inch. Same as when using the Food Saver sealer.

Answer: A little over an inch as I recall

Answer: About 1x1/2 inches

Answer: About 1"

Q:

I just got my new A100 and it came with a removable shallow white tray inside the vacuum chamber, covering up the suction post. What's this tray for?

Answer: Yes, the plastic tray is a trough which may catch any liquids from moist foods. This tray is removable for easy cleaning. The machine can be used with or without.

Answer: It's a tray that collect any juice that get sucked out. It's removable for easy cleaning. I LOVE my unit!

Answer: To catch any juice that may be sucked out during the vacuuming process and it’s removable to be cleaned out easily

Answer: this is to catch any juice from the bag. it helps keep it from getting into the machine.

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Can you package a whole chicken?

Answer: Yes using the correct size bag for the size of chicken, the A100 will vacuum seal it.

Answer: If you buy a large enough bag that your chicken will fit, or get the wider roll and make your own bag.

Answer: I dry age beef loins in Umi bags. This sealer does the job, I bagged a whole fresh turkey breast in it. So yes it seals very well.

Q:

Avid Armor are you ever going to put more of the A100 back on Amazon?

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Can I use another brand of vacuum bags?

Answer: I purchased these bags from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00DSSLWIA/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o09_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 and they work very well with the Avid Armor machine.

Answer: I am presently finishing up my old food saver bags. Have had no problems.

Answer: I think there will be no problem. I returned my because it wasn't functioning right.

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Is it normal for the sealer to go off by itself? Thank you in advance.

Answer: I have never had that happen to me. I assume if you let it sit for awhile it will auto shutoff. So that is probably what is going on.

Q:

Is Manual mode for sharp, delicate or moist foods?

Answer: Pulse mode is for delicate foods such as fresh fruit, baked goods, chips, etc. You hold the button down until the vacuum is just about to crush the item, and then manually seal it.

Q:

Can i use dri-shield bags

Answer: Looking at specs of Dri-Shield bags, they are 3.6mil so the A100 should "seal". However please note that they will NOT vacuum since the Dr-Shiled bags do not have an emboss pattern on back panel for the air to be sucked out. If "sealing" only then should be ok. If you would like us to conduct testing for you please contact us.

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This machine comes up when i search for chamber machines. Does it actually have a chamber or is it the typical bag in the front sealer?

Answer: The A100 is a "suction type" vacuum sealer where the embossed bag is placed in the front of the unit (vacuum and seal area) then the air is sucked out of bag then sealed. Although not a true 'chamber vacuum machine' the A100 provides an lower priced option for those who want to vacuum pack.

Answer:

Answer: No, this is not a chamber machine. It is a typical vacuum sealer.

Answer: That's a good question. I use it for typical bag sealing but if you look at the 3rd picture down you'll see a nub towards the right-hand side. I believe you could slide a hose over that nub and then use it with containers.

Answer: this unit is a very good bag in front type....I use mine all the time

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my bags are smooth inside and outside. will this machine work with those?

Answer: With smooth bags (example flat or chamber pouches) the A100 will only "seal" the bag. It will not vacuum. If you only wish to bag and seal then the A100 has a sealing mode built in. However if you wish to vacuum and seal, then the A100 will not draw the air of smooth bags.

Answer: As with any other vacuum sealer smooth bags will not work. This is regardless of the manufacturer. However, you can "wrinkle" them so that you are creating some passageways for the air to get extracted. I would say that the smooth walls bags are not for vacuum machines.

Answer: no , what you have is bags for a different type machine.

Q:

Must you hold lid down during entire sealing process?

Answer: Press and hold the lid down, press the "start" button and hold for a couple seconds until the vacuum engages and release.

Answer: No. Just until it makes a seal for the vacuum.

Answer: Nope. I do at the start then I get the next bag ready

Q:

Will the accessory hose on these work on the mason jar sealers that foodsaver sells or do you sell these also?

Answer: Hi Don Spidaliere! Thank you for reaching out and asking about the Avid Armor Vacuum Sealer. We have not personally tested the Foodsaver brand mason jar sealer set, however it does appear to be the same hose attachment and therefore should work. Since we haven't tested it, I can't guarantee it, but I do believe it will. If you try it and find out one way or the other, please feel free to follow up with us and let us know. Thank you.

Answer: The unit comes with the hose attachment. You should contact Avid Armer directly to make sure it will work with other jars. Since they don't sell those accessories, I would guess it will work. Their customer service is very responsive!

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How tall is the machine?

Answer: The height of the A100 (on working table) is 4.25". With the lid open in the highest position the unit would be slightly under 8"..

Answer: 4 or 5 inches I think

Answer: 3-4”

Troy A Schulz : Avid Armor A100 seems ready for whatever I can throw at it!

This is the first Vacuum Sealer I've ever purchased. So, I have little to compare it to. However, I didn't want to get a machine that I knew wouldn't last. I've thrown out more food from freezer burn than this machine costs, so I certainly should have gotten one sooner.
However, since I've been working from home, our garden is 10x the size it is normally. Plus, I'll be making 25lbs of meat sticks and another 25lbs of sausage soon, I want to make sure it's preserved the best I can with a moderately priced appliance. The A100 was exactly what I needed.
I removed the unit from the box and was sealing some chicken and dried prunes in short order. While it doesn't have a locking lid, it doesn't require much force to get a good seal, and away it goes on it's own. The chicken we got last week was already getting some freezer burn sitting in the zip lock bags I put them in until the A100 arrived. So I'm happy they're now safely protected in their new packages. The seal that's made is nice and wide, and the default 3 second seal timer was perfect for the bags that came in the box.
Well done Avid Armor, looking forward to preserving the '21 harvest with the A100.

mark c loveland : Good product.

I love thos item works so much better than the cheap one.

George W. Minges III : Great value

We received this sealer in late October 2020 and it has exceeded our expectations many times. We have used it for everything from soups to herbs but especially on meats. We buy meats while they are on sale and seal "meal size" portions. We recently butchered 2 deer and used the Avid Armor A100 to package all of the meat. It's practically impossible for two people to keep up with it. Very fast cycle time and perfect seals every time. Very pleased with this sealer. Also, the Avid Armor rolls are a great bargain, especially if purchased by the case. 30% less cost than zipper bags and far longer storage time. Highly recommended.

Jennifer Mitchell : Would recommend

Heavier than my foodsaver(in a good way). It has powerful suction and is easy to use. I had to press down a lil harder than you'd think to engage seal/suction. Only use it once for our costco trip(lots of different meats). Wish it had a bag cutter(like my old foodsaver) even though my foodsavers cutter didn't work that well. Hope it lasts!

Big Angry Russian : Review after a year of use

Sealer is very well built, has decent suction, easy to use, seal is 3/16" which is pretty good in my opinion. After a year I've had no issues with it and I gave away my old back up model. American made which is a major plus....BUY AMERICAN if you can!

Roxy Hudson : Loved it straight out of the box!!

We have used a vacuum sealer for years. Our Food Saver bit the dust this winter. After much research, we chose the Avid Armor A100. It arrived much sooner than I anticipated. After hubby unboxed it yesterday, I sent him off to the market to buy fresh whole pork loins that were on sale.

There was a short learning curve-and hubby loved the flexibility of choosing the time for sealing. It was much easier to get the bag positioned properly.

We have used the Food Saver mason jar sealers for a long time, and I really didn't want to purchase the jar lid sealers that are specific to Avid Armor. I was delighted to try the accessory tubing that came with the unit this morning, and found that it fits the jar sealers I already owned. Plus--it turns itself off when a seal is achieved! What a bonus.

The only reason this product didn't get five stars all the way around is that we have owned it less than 24 hours and I am afraid to jinx it!!

Glenn Smooth : The ultimate bacuum bag sealer

Forget about all the cheap plastic bag Sealers here on Amazon. You’ll end up burning through 10 of those before this one shows any signs of wear. This one is made of stainless steel and even the lid is this 3/4” thick piece of plexiglass. Really well made!

MRCOLUMBUS : Fantastic vacuum sealer

I packed and labeled 21 bags in 2 hours. That included double sealing each bag. The machine never missed a beat. I checked all bags as I put them in the freezer. The machine established a strong vacuum in each bag and there was no apparent loss of vacuum or seal in any bag, Previous machines that I had did not have this level of vacuum and some bags would lose vacuum after a short time period. Not this machine. Every bag was perfect. Spend the money and buy a quality machine.

Kindle Customer : So far so good!

This is my fourth food saver purchase and I’m hoping it will be my last one. So far so good and I’m happy with the quality of it so far

Amazon Customer : Works great

This works great, has good suctions and seal!!! The only thing that I miss is that it does not have a cutter for custom bags.

MRCOLUMBUS : Fantastic vacuum sealer

I packed and labeled 21 bags in 2 hours. That included double sealing each bag. The machine never missed a beat. I checked all bags as I put them in the freezer. The machine established a strong vacuum in each bag and there was no apparent loss of vacuum or seal in any bag, Previous machines that I had did not have this level of vacuum and some bags would lose vacuum after a short time period. Not this machine. Every bag was perfect. Spend the money and buy a quality machine.

Janet Davis : Excellent quality

I was pleasantly surprised at how easy this is to use!! Took it out of the box and read the quick start guide . I was using it within 5 minutes!! I LOVE the suction power and how quickly it vacuums the air out! It is very sturdy and well worth the money!!! I would definitely recommend this sealer!!!

Janna : Heavy duty equipment!

This sealer looks so different from what we had before. It looks so heavy-duty (weight as well) and professional. We need reliable equipment because we like to fish and keep the fish well-sealed. It comes with additional supplies (vacuum bags, spare gasket, and accessory hose). I will update after operating it.

Madona Gorney : Am so glad I ordered this sealer system

Am so glad I ordered this sealer system. It works exactly the way it says it will and is exactly what I wanted. After going through 3 other vacuum sealers in 4 years time, I was very happy to find this one.

Amazon Customer : Very solid unit. A little more vacuum might be better

After owning two Foodsaver sealers I decided to step up and get a more robust sealer. My Foodsaver units over time took some warm-up(running vacuum motor without sealing) to start making good vacuum seals. Then after a half hour or more of sealing, the motor would get tired and stop making good seals. Turn it off and wait an hour or two and repeat the same frustrating process. I never wanted to seal one or two items because of all the hassles with the startup of the Foodsaver and I never wanted to do longer sealing sessions because of the overheating.
Well, this unit looks like it is going to cure all that and let me start sealing on my own terms. I can take one item, put it in a vacuum bag, power up the A100 and seal it. Awesome.
Only hitch so far is that it appears that it could use a little more vacuum. In the picture above of some sealed fresh salmon you can see a white ridge where the unit left a little air. I will have to see if it is a continuing issue or just me getting used to the unit but I have been sealing fish for over 15 years. I put the thick end of the fish in first which always seem to work best with the Foodsavers. Still very pleased so far and that small amount of air is no issue to me because I use my frozen vacuum packed fish in a few months and quality is always intact.

Tammy L. Anderson : This sucks (which is a good thing)

Very happy with this so far. I tested a bag of coffee beans and it sealed rock hard. I got tired of replacing the plastic <$100 vacuum sealer units every few years so I’m hoping this lasts much, much longer. I’m very happy with my purchase.

Ryan : Questionable Design and Engineering

Everything works fine except when I pulse vac and then press 'seal'. I've tried pressing down with different pressures, tried various bags, tried different seal times, tried new vacuum foam, and different heights on rubber seal bar strip. Nothing produces a consistent seal. Also, when I turned over the sealer to get manufacturer info I noticed the fan is misaligned and missing a bolt.

justina lowenthal : This company deserves your business

Finally got tired of ruined food and loose seals so I thought I’d bite the bullet and pay a little more for a good sealer. When received I had trouble sealing roll bags. Called customer service who got right back to me and walked me through a few fixes. I was getting frustrated ...the owners of the company patiently walked me through it , we exchanged videos photos and finally had me figure it out with their help.
The cons...the instructions could be better. There is some question on sealing rolls.. if you keep the bag on the roll it seals well. If you cut them into precuts it can’t form a vacuum unless you press down really hard. I was used to the cheap machines with a lock on each side which helps form the vacuum. This was new to me and as I say the instructions didn’t mention it.
The pros... probably the best customer service I have received in years..patient , understanding, clear and went the extra mile to satisfy a confused customer. Even sent me extras to replace the parts I used up in my attempt to learn the machine.
... a good machine..once mastered I have had no faulty or failed seals , strong vacuum, don’t have to double seal etc.
Bottom line..buy from these guys..they’re the real deal. Will probably by a second machine soon for my other location and will definately buy all my bags from them from now on.

Andrea : Got a different model with Avid Armor

Originally got this model and returned it for a different one and I like it very much.
The Customer Service Rep is excellent.
The product is very well made and does what I bought it for.

Nick Richard : Sealed GREAT and easy on my first try

Machine worked great right out the box with no setup required. I used one of the sample bags sent with my order and sealed a couple of hamburgers and got a great seal. I think this is a great machine so far.

Sanaa Pitts : Very disappointed

Returned!! The vacuum sealing process worked great for few times. We used it for about 6 times and exactly for 3 weeks sealing small quantity of meat. The fourth week, I started noticing the screen suction numbers are fading (the numbers missing lines), the suction is not working as before and the seal on the bags is not working. The bags comes out with burned holes. We bought it because of all the good reviews and we didn’t want to purchase a cheap one that will break in few months. Well, the price is not always a sign of good quality or maybe it’s just the unit we got.

Jim O'Donnell : Great vacuum pump out of the box. Broke in about a month.

I purchased this to replace my 10 year old FoodSaver. The first day, it sealed up a steak super fast and much "tighter" than the FoodSaver. Unfortunately, it began to have problems melting the bags after a few weeks. I replaced the tape and heating element, but the problem persists. I adjusted the sealing time, but it either doesnt seal completely or it melts bubbles and holes in the bag and leaves melted plastic on the teflon tape, which has come loose already a few days after being replaced. Very disappointing for a machine at this price point. I have yet to contact support, but will do so tomorrow and update the review based on that experience.

Amazon Customer : Very solid unit. A little more vacuum might be better

After owning two Foodsaver sealers I decided to step up and get a more robust sealer. My Foodsaver units over time took some warm-up(running vacuum motor without sealing) to start making good vacuum seals. Then after a half hour or more of sealing, the motor would get tired and stop making good seals. Turn it off and wait an hour or two and repeat the same frustrating process. I never wanted to seal one or two items because of all the hassles with the startup of the Foodsaver and I never wanted to do longer sealing sessions because of the overheating.
Well, this unit looks like it is going to cure all that and let me start sealing on my own terms. I can take one item, put it in a vacuum bag, power up the A100 and seal it. Awesome.
Only hitch so far is that it appears that it could use a little more vacuum. In the picture above of some sealed fresh salmon you can see a white ridge where the unit left a little air. I will have to see if it is a continuing issue or just me getting used to the unit but I have been sealing fish for over 15 years. I put the thick end of the fish in first which always seem to work best with the Foodsavers. Still very pleased so far and that small amount of air is no issue to me because I use my frozen vacuum packed fish in a few months and quality is always intact.

Norma G. Hayward : May be defective

This unit is not what I expected. I did a lot of research before choosing this particular brand. It often doesn't seal when I'm making bags and doesn't appear to vacuum all the air out of the bag. The wrap should be tighter if all the air was out. I'm considering returning. I have watched videos and read the instructions multiple times but it never seems to work when I first begin sealing and then after several ruined bags and seals, it seems to do a minimally satisfactory job. I will keep trying it out.

Janet Davis : Excellent quality

I was pleasantly surprised at how easy this is to use!! Took it out of the box and read the quick start guide . I was using it within 5 minutes!! I LOVE the suction power and how quickly it vacuums the air out! It is very sturdy and well worth the money!!! I would definitely recommend this sealer!!!

Doug : High end sealer at a price not much more than a disposable sealer

The price was definitely right. I don't use it a ton but I have been through 3 of the Foodsaver machines and my last one was something like $130. Sure, cheaper than this one and there are many others that are much cheaper and I have only used the Foodsaver but I found the seal was not very good on the Foodsaver, especially after a year or two. The seal on the Avid is much thicker and controllable. I will say that there are may different settings and that can take some time to get set correctly. My first run I melted completely through the bag. The Foodsaver was more of a just hit the button and it works. That said, as the heater deteriorates on the Foodsaver you will end up with bags that leak which defeats the whole purpose. With the Avid, you can simply up the heating time to compensate. There were similar looking machines for 2-3 times the price and more. I do like that it came with a spare heater element and spare gasket. So far, it seems to be a very well made sealer.

Amazon Customer : This product is awsome!

Just got this product in today. Super easy to use. Purchased bags from their website. Bulk prices. High quality machine that works great. I've seen residential models in use. Not even close. This is a commercial model. Looking forward to sealing many, many more items.

Jennifer Mitchell : Would recommend

Heavier than my foodsaver(in a good way). It has powerful suction and is easy to use. I had to press down a lil harder than you'd think to engage seal/suction. Only use it once for our costco trip(lots of different meats). Wish it had a bag cutter(like my old foodsaver) even though my foodsavers cutter didn't work that well. Hope it lasts!

Kindle Customer : So far so good!

This is my fourth food saver purchase and I’m hoping it will be my last one. So far so good and I’m happy with the quality of it so far

Laura K Davis : Great purchase

I reviewed alot of vacuum sealers prior to purchase. Like most things, you get what you pay for. This sealer has exceeded my expectations. Easy seal & I like that you can attach jars to marinate. Highly recommend this sealer if you're in the market for one.

Megh : Unproven But Great So Far

Reviews for all other machines of comparable quality seemed very contentious so I figured there would be no greater risk in trying a new unproven product. So far it’s working great. Hopefully this story doesn’t end like so many other company’s review section.

It comes with a “maintenance kit” which people who purchased other machines complained about not being able to get or waiting months.

Cutter : Very good sealer

Moved up from an automatic Seal A Meal. I have used the more expenseve Westons, but for my money, this is a great deal. During a year I probably vaccum pack 2 deer, 2 hogs, 50 to 100 LBS of fish and the usual bought on sale or in bulk items from stores.

Amazon Customer : It sucks so good

We love this vacuum sealer. It is strong, quiet, and easy to use. Just do not forget to press the start button instead of the seal button if you actually want the vacuum sealing to work ;) (yes, we did that). We packaged 40 pounds of meat using this sealer in a pretty cold environment, and it performed great. We strongly recommend it.

Amazon Customer : This product is awsome!

Just got this product in today. Super easy to use. Purchased bags from their website. Bulk prices. High quality machine that works great. I've seen residential models in use. Not even close. This is a commercial model. Looking forward to sealing many, many more items.

Poppaerich : Worth every penny!!

I bought this after researching many other units. I was tired of buying a new foodsaver every few years because some part of it would quit working. Time to pony up some extra money and buy a better unit. This Avid Armor A100 unit is the best unit for the money. I have bagged over 125 items. The most in one day was 37. Never any issues. It works every time. Perfect seal on any brand of bags. They also have repair services if you need to have something fixed. It comes with an extra seal heating wire and cover tape.

Victoria Psencik : Perfectly made in the USA !

Wow ! What a beautiful looking piece of equipment! I was ready to write a happy review just on looks . But I waited until we used it . Piece of cake , to operate . And did what it is supposed to do , perfectly. Best thing about it , Made in the USA .

Mae Stafford : Arrived quickly and works as described

Item came sooner than promised. The sealer is manufactured in China but the distributor is in Kansas.
I sealed about 75 bags of dried food without issue. Pressing down on the right side of the handle seems to work better than pressing on the middle.

Jennifer Mitchell : Would recommend

Heavier than my foodsaver(in a good way). It has powerful suction and is easy to use. I had to press down a lil harder than you'd think to engage seal/suction. Only use it once for our costco trip(lots of different meats). Wish it had a bag cutter(like my old foodsaver) even though my foodsavers cutter didn't work that well. Hope it lasts!

glh : THIS SEALER IS AMAZING

I have wasted countless hours with other brands. bags don't seal, takes forever to pull a vacuum. The Avidarmor A100 is easy to use, virtually fool proof. Sealed 20#s of bacon in minutes. Cannot wait to use it on the garden. This unit is small and compact, easy to store. Great value for it's performance. Hats off to a small company like Avidarmor to make a quality product,

Mae Stafford : Arrived quickly and works as described

Item came sooner than promised. The sealer is manufactured in China but the distributor is in Kansas.
I sealed about 75 bags of dried food without issue. Pressing down on the right side of the handle seems to work better than pressing on the middle.

AGIVENS1 : Great product! Definitely recommend.

This is the first vacuum sealer that I have used. It was very easy to use. We processed over 700 pounds of beef in one day with this sealer. Product never slowed down. The results have been very good so far. Would definitely recommend to anyone that needs a great product at a very reasonable cost.

mark c loveland : Good product.

I love thos item works so much better than the cheap one.

Amazon Customer : Very solid unit. A little more vacuum might be better

After owning two Foodsaver sealers I decided to step up and get a more robust sealer. My Foodsaver units over time took some warm-up(running vacuum motor without sealing) to start making good vacuum seals. Then after a half hour or more of sealing, the motor would get tired and stop making good seals. Turn it off and wait an hour or two and repeat the same frustrating process. I never wanted to seal one or two items because of all the hassles with the startup of the Foodsaver and I never wanted to do longer sealing sessions because of the overheating.
Well, this unit looks like it is going to cure all that and let me start sealing on my own terms. I can take one item, put it in a vacuum bag, power up the A100 and seal it. Awesome.
Only hitch so far is that it appears that it could use a little more vacuum. In the picture above of some sealed fresh salmon you can see a white ridge where the unit left a little air. I will have to see if it is a continuing issue or just me getting used to the unit but I have been sealing fish for over 15 years. I put the thick end of the fish in first which always seem to work best with the Foodsavers. Still very pleased so far and that small amount of air is no issue to me because I use my frozen vacuum packed fish in a few months and quality is always intact.

DudleyD’s : It doesn’t get better than this

I have a well known light commercial sealer with all the bells and whistles. I purchased my AVID ARMOR because after about 500 seals, the commercial unit needs to be sent off for repair. This was purchased for a spare but I know now the AVID ARMOR will be my primary. You have more control over suction time and you also have an attachment to seal jars. After having the ability to vacuum seal longer packages, I can now save whole fish, tuna and even larger parts of game. Having a chamber is great but to be versatile is far more valuable to me.

Big Angry Russian : Review after a year of use

Sealer is very well built, has decent suction, easy to use, seal is 3/16" which is pretty good in my opinion. After a year I've had no issues with it and I gave away my old back up model. American made which is a major plus....BUY AMERICAN if you can!

Qablooie : Great vacuum and nice wide seal.

This unit looks and feels built to last. Powerful suction! And the best wide seal Ive been able to find. You do not need to remove drip tray at all to use. I did have an item that foamed on suctioning and had to quickly about it getting sucked into right side post cover (that where the suction opening is) Tricky using the pulse seal for delicate items. It seems to still use a short vacuum cycle when just using the "Seal" function. Need to research that a bit more or contact support. I use the Seal fuction to make my own bags. Have not tried the attachment for canisters. It does shut off automatically after a period of non-use in case you forget. All in all though Ive been VERY happy with the bulk of the regular Vac sealing I have done.

MRCOLUMBUS : Fantastic vacuum sealer

I packed and labeled 21 bags in 2 hours. That included double sealing each bag. The machine never missed a beat. I checked all bags as I put them in the freezer. The machine established a strong vacuum in each bag and there was no apparent loss of vacuum or seal in any bag, Previous machines that I had did not have this level of vacuum and some bags would lose vacuum after a short time period. Not this machine. Every bag was perfect. Spend the money and buy a quality machine.

Wammit : Pro Machine

This thing makes a foodsaver look like a toy. I have owned a bunch of foodsaver machines only to be dis-appointed time and time again... this is the real deal. I should have stepped up a long time ago....

Cutter : Very good sealer

Moved up from an automatic Seal A Meal. I have used the more expenseve Westons, but for my money, this is a great deal. During a year I probably vaccum pack 2 deer, 2 hogs, 50 to 100 LBS of fish and the usual bought on sale or in bulk items from stores.

Kenny : good vac sealer...

much better than food saver...a bit pricey though. bags on roll perform better than the pre-made bags. even then it is still sometimes possible to get one that won't seal right which means you have to cut the bag off and start over. Some of that is design, some of it is user skill....HOWEVER, it is not a cheapo food saver. quality seems better than the cheap ones.

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Questions about Avid Armor Vacuum Sealer Machine - A100 Stainless Construction, Clear Lid, Commercial Double Piston Pump Heavy Duty 12" Wide Seal Bar Built in Cooling Fan Includes 30 Pre-cut Bags and Accessory Hose

What is the HG vacuum strength at is the?

Does it have a vacuum hose hookup

Can this product be used to seal and store liquidy foods? If so to what degree can this be done? Would mashed potatoes work? How about bone broth?

are replacement parts available? Is there a parts list?

Where is this vacuum sealer made?

Can I vacuum seal a bag with marinade or liquid?

Some say 85kpa what is the suction power

How close to the end of bag does it seal?

How long is recomended to let it cool off between seals? My current one says 2 minutes. I am looking to shorten that time drasticly

How does it work sealing if the food holds water or blood. Like deer and fish

Can you use mylar bags with this unit?

Does it seal mylar bags?

Does the lid lock, how does it maintain pressure while sealing?

I want to buy this item but needs 220 volts?

How loud is this unit?

Can you use other bag brands?

How does the marinate function work? The manual just says, "Press for marinating options", but I could find no description of what those options are.

Can this machine accommodate 15 or 16 inch wide bags?

Will this hold up for commercial use? We seal approx 100 bags twice each week.

Is the accessory tube compatable with my foodsaver canisters?

Will this hold up for commercial use? We seal approx 100 bags twice each week.

How many seals can be fone before it over heats?

Can I use Food Saver bags with this machine?

Can you do bulk sealing with out letting the machine rest between seals? (20 bags at a time?)

How do I get a new protective strip for the sealer portion of the device.

Is this returnable ?

Type of bags to use with the Avid Armor A 100 vaccum sealer

Per one buyer's review (byrandallon august 14, 2017), this item has a three years warranty. could you verify the warranty/guarantee terms?

What is the widest bag that this sealer can handle? Can it seal 15, or 16 inch wide bags such as Weston?

What can i use to replace the tape over the sealing bar. It not longer stays put and comes off all the time.

One person says it is made in china and another says made in the usa. so, i have a question. where itf is it actually made? :)

Anyone use this for fresh filed fish?

can i use any brand of sealing bags with the armor vacuum sealer machine?

Is it working with 220-240 (50hz) Electricity

Is the heat seal time adjustable?

Does it have a bag slicer?

Can it use the Foodsaver attachment to vacuum Foodsaver containers?

How much bag is wasted when sealing an open end? that is, what's the minimum distance from the cut edge to the seal? (some waste a lot each time.)

I just got my new A100 and it came with a removable shallow white tray inside the vacuum chamber, covering up the suction post. What's this tray for?

Can you package a whole chicken?

Avid Armor are you ever going to put more of the A100 back on Amazon?

Can I use another brand of vacuum bags?

Is it normal for the sealer to go off by itself? Thank you in advance.

Is Manual mode for sharp, delicate or moist foods?

Can i use dri-shield bags

This machine comes up when i search for chamber machines. Does it actually have a chamber or is it the typical bag in the front sealer?

my bags are smooth inside and outside. will this machine work with those?

Must you hold lid down during entire sealing process?

Will the accessory hose on these work on the mason jar sealers that foodsaver sells or do you sell these also?

How tall is the machine?

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