Avid Armor Chamber Vacuum Sealer Model USV20 Ultra Series, Compact Size Perfect for Liquid-Rich Wet Foods Fresh Meats, Marinades, Soups, Sauces and More. Vacuum Packaging the Professional Way review and price compare 2025
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Product overview
| Brand | Avid Armor |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Stainless steel |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 10.5 x 13.5 x 8.5 inches |
| Item Weight | 17.3 Pounds |
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- Working Chamber Size: 12.25"W x 8.5"L x 3"in Height. Perfect for smaller portions and cuts of foods. Accessory Port to vacuum seal external canisters and containers
- Clear View Glass Lid for Easy Loading - Provides Full Visibility of Vacuum & Seal Process
- Easy to Use One Touch Controls - Locks In Freshness, Prevents Freezer Burn and for Sous Vide Cooking. Adjustable Seal Time Function - Ensures a Perfect Positive Seal.
- 11" L Seal Bar with 2 Sealing Wires for pouch sizes: 6x10, 6x12, 8x10, 8x12 and 11x10"
- Fast, No Maintenance Dry Piston Vacuum Pump - High Vacuum Pressure on Foods, Infusions and Marinades
- PRIDE IN OUR PRODUCTS AND USA CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Our Team takes pride in handling your orders, questions and any necessary support from our USA office and warehouse. Have comfort in knowing that upon receipt of your order, before shipping, your machine is tested and calibrated in our US warehouse by one of our certified technicians. Each machine includes a check-out card with test date and technician's name. Our goal is complete satisfaction!
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Introducing the Avid Armor Ultra Series USV20 Compact Chamber Vacuum Sealer System
The USV20 Chamber Vacuum Sealer is equipped with many of the features as its predecessor, the USV32, including the same pump and seal bar, but in a smaller, more compact design to sit neatly on your countertop. The USV20 has a sleek, stainless-steel body, a flat, tempered glass lid, and side handles for easy carrying. The USV20 also has an integrated accessory port for quickly and easily vacuum sealing external jars and canisters. The USV20 model would be ideal if you are looking to vacuum seal individual or small family size portions for long term freezer storage or sous vide cooking.
USV20 Chamber Vacuum Sealer
How Chamber Vacuum Sealers Work
The pouch is placed in the 'chamber', the lid is closed to create an airtight seal. During the vacuum cycle, air is removed from the chamber, the pouch is sealed, and lastly, air is put back into the chamber, immediately creating a vacuum packed pouch. Since air isn't being sucked out of the pouch itself, you are able to effectively vacuum seal any liquid with ease.
- Dimensions: 14” W x 12” D x 8.25” H / 17” H with lid open
- Chamber Dimensions: 12.25” W x 8.5” L x 3” H
- Max Pouch Size: 11.5" Wide and 10" Long
- No maintenance, dry rocker vacuum pump
Processing Fresh ... FIELD TO SEALED!
A powerful, compact chamber vacuum sealer for any home kitchen.
- Heavy-Duty Stainless Steel Construction
- Clear View Tempered Glass Lid provides full visibility of vacuum & seal process
- Pouch clamp to hold the pouch securely in place
- One Touch 'Auto Vac & Seal' Function
- Adjustable Vacuum Time Function (15-60 seconds) to achieve maximum vacuum on every pouch.
- Adjustable Seal Time Function (3-9 seconds) to ensure positive seal on all different pouch types.
- Accessory Port to vacuum seal external canisters and containers
- Marinate Function to quickly and easily marinate meats and other foods in any container inside the chamber
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| The compact design of the USV20 Chamber Vacuum Sealer is ideal for someone wanting to package in smaller portions or individual servings for sous vide cooking. | The USV20 Chamber Vacuum Sealer is made to create a maximum level of vacuum when sealing all types of food, but excels at vacuum sealing liquid or liquid rich food. Everything from soups, sauces, and marinades to your favorite infused cocktail or sous vide recipe. | The USV20 features an accessory port right inside the chamber which allows you to connect external vacuum canisters, containers and jars and vacuum seal them with ease. | Marinating protein and other food items has never been faster or easier. Place your food and marinade in a container and place directly in the chamber. The food is put under vacuum which allows the pores to open up and the marinade will infuse into the product in a matter of minutes! |
Compatible size vacuum pouches:
| Dimensions | 6"x10" | 8"x10" | 11"x10" |
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| Overall Dimensions | 14"W x 15.5"D x 9.5" H | 14"W x 12" D x 8.25" H |
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| Chamber Dimensions | 11.5"W x 12"L x 3.5" H | 12.25"W x 8.5"L x 3"H |
| Seal Bar Length | 11.5 inches | 11.5 inches |
| Vacuum Time Settings | 20-99 Seconds | 15-60 Seconds |
| Seal Time Settings | 3-9 Seconds | 3-9 Seconds |
| Sealing | Double Seal | Double Seal |
| Pump | Dry - 70L/min | Dry - 70L/min |
| Accessory Port / Canisters | NO | YES |
| Marinate Function | YES | YES |
| Weight | 26.40 lbs | 17.55 lbs |
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Questions about Avid Armor Chamber Vacuum Sealer Model USV20 Ultra Series, Compact Size Perfect for Liquid-Rich Wet Foods Fresh Meats, Marinades, Soups, Sauces and More. Vacuum Packaging the Professional Way
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Instruction says "Always leave lid in resting position when storing" to avoid compressing the gasket. Does this mean leave lid up when not in use?
Answer: It is best to leave the lid to the USV20 open for several reasons, which does include compressing the gasket. Additionally an open lid will help keep the machine chamber from odor (aquired during the vac process). Personally I like to keep the small cardboard piece which came with the machine (new) which is placed between seal bar and clamp. This piece will keep the lid mostly closed but also open slightly to keep chamber fresh. The most important note is not to close, store with weighted items on top. Thanks!
Answer: The instructions we read said to not stack things on the machine because it would compress the seal. Since it’s a flat surface, it’s tempting to stack things on it. We store the machine with the lid down, but nothing on top of it.
Answer: I kept the packing piece of cardboard (remove this when using the chamber sealer) that keeps the lid a tiny bit ajar. This protects the rubber Gasket from early wear & tear that could necessitate replacement (available from Avid Armor). The main thing is do not store things on top of the lid (too much pressure on the Gasket).
Answer: I think it means don't store things on top of it which will compress the gasket. I leave mine down.
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can it be used with regular average bags those that come in rolls?
Answer: You can get rolls of bags that work. You don’t need to buy the special textured bags like Foodsaver units use. I bought 1000 precut bags for mine for $65. They are so inexpensive I didn’t see the need to buy bags in a roll and have to seal them twice.
Answer: Yes. If you have some left over rolls or bags with embossing yes you can use them. Please know the USV20 comes with sample vac pouches so you will see the difference. Once ready to purchase flat pouches you will see that they are much more affordable then rolls and embossed bags. Thanks!
Answer: If you are referring to "food saver" bags, the answer is yes. However, they are much more expensive than regular heat seal bags from places like Butcher's Supply in Nashville, TN. Also, the dimpled bags necessary for Food Saver machines are not necessary in a Chamber Vac.
Answer: Rolls work fine. Just seal one side first.
Answer: Yes, they work but are more expensive than chamber bags
Answer: Yes use the Avid Armor roll bags.
Answer: No. You need to buy chamber sealer bags and there are many sizes available at reasonable prices.
Answer: Not sure. If it is too thin. It will be melting down
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Will it seal 7 mil mylar gabs?
Answer: Yes our USV20 will vac and seal most mylar bags. There is a range of mylar which contain 'metalized' layer where a higher heat is required. If you wish we would be happy to test you mylar bags to ensure success. Let us know! Thanks Avid Armor
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The description says 6x12 and 8x12 bags, that seems to 3.5 inches longer than the chamber at 8.5. why not a 10x12?
Answer: With our USV20 you can use 12" pouches, they will tuck over / under the seal bar. I find that the best (for my family) is the 6x10 for individuall portions like one small steak, chicken. Then a 11x10 for my larger items. This is a great pouch since the wider side 11" is open. I can pack of up to a 3 pound roast or multiple protein items. Hope this helps! Thanks
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How much vacuum is developed?
Answer: About 30 psi vacuum.
Answer: It pulls down to -29"
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Does this have the gasket problem that the A420 has?
Answer: No the USV20 and USV32 chamber machines are proven with no lid or gasket issues. As for the A420, the gasket on our first production run was was slightly under tolerance therefore may cause an issue. However we have corrected this problem and gaskets improved. Thanks!
Answer: Not so far.......we ordered the USV20 first but the chamber is really small (at least for our needs) with a really odd shaped floor that seriously limits how much you can seal. So we returned it & ordered the USV32, which we love. We got the USV32 at the end of May & have used it hard all summer with no gasket problems. Besides, with USV32 they include a spare gasket & sealer strip. US-made, excellent quality & no plastic (as far as I can tell) in critical parts in the machine.
Answer: I have read about some whistling problems and sealing issues with that model but I haven’t had any problems with mine. If you have a food saver……burn it!
Answer: I have had no problems at all with this vacuum sealer.
Answer: I have not had any problem with this machine at all. Works perfectly.
Answer: No,I've never had any problems with this unit
Answer: I have had zero issues with mine
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how loud is it when running? (in decibels if you can measure it)
Answer: My Foodsaver 2244 running is about 78-80 DB. A microwave Panasonic 1200w running is 58-60 and USV20 is about the same as the foodsaver 78-80 DB depending on phase of operation. There is probably a +/- 2 DB variance on each. Livable and well below losing your hearing.
Answer: My food saver sealer is a lot louder then this one is. I do not think it is loud at all.
Answer: Pretty loud but I don't think you need hearing protection but I'm no expert
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Hi Is there any way we can import this machine to Europe? Thanks for any reply.
Answer: Contact Avid Armor directly. They have an awesome customer service department and get back to you promptly.
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Received my unit but keep getting E1 error. Tried pressing down lid, removing & reinstalling gasket with lip outward (it arrived inward) Pls help
Answer: If you just got it I would exchange it.
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does it use a special oil?
Answer: Our USV20 features a dry maintenance free piston pump. No oil or maintenance required.
Answer: It does not use oil. It is a dry pump.
Answer: There is no oil needed for this unt.
Answer: No, it’s a dry pump. I like this about this unit.
Answer: It does not, it’s a no maintenance dry vacuum pump.
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Does this machine work on dual voltage or only 110-120v?
Answer: !10 - 120V only. NOT dual voltage. Thanks!
Answer: Yes, it is wired for normal 110/120 voltage & has a standard 3-prong plug.
Answer: 110-120 V only.
Answer: 110 volts
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So on the USV20, when vacuuming meats that have moisture, do you have to manually dry prior to vacuum sealing for longer lasting verses a vacuum seale
Answer: When using wet or moist products with model USV20, no you do not need to manually dry the product first. This is the advantage of using a chamber machine versus a suction type sealer. In fact you can add marinades or liquids to what you are packaging to infuse or flavor. Plus you can do soups, chilis and other liquid products. The only no-no is products infused with air like chocolate mousse. Thanks!
Answer: No, there’s no need to manually dry meats. In fact one of my favorite dishes to vacuum seal is pot roast which has stewed beef, carrots, potatoes, celery, tomatoes, and gravy. You can freeze & enjoy later!
Answer: This unit creates a vaccum pressure on the bag without compressing the bag, then the bag is sealed, then the vaccum pressure is released causing the bag to shrink arround the product in the bag. I love this unit because you can seal wet food and sauces
Answer: Absolutely not!!! Vacuum chamber dealers are a different concept. You can vac pack soups, stews, gravy, anything liquid. The air is removed from the chamber, sealed, then atmospheric pressure takes over.
Answer: Chamber vacuum sealers like the USV20 don’t care about liquid. I’ve vacuum packed a bag of water just for fun. :)
Answer: No you don't have to worry about the moisture you can actually vac seal meat with marinate.
Answer: The beauty of a chamber vacuum is that you can vacuum seal liquids so moisture doesn’t matter
Answer: No l don’t
Answer: No you do not,
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When will the accessories make the debut? It was said to be soon ? Thanks!
Answer: Our canister set is now available. The set includes 3 sizes and vacuum hose. Please look for the set as Avid Armor Food Storage Canisters...thanks!
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What is causing the avid armor bags to puff up and the machine usv20 to make a knocking noise when using it?
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Does this unit need to be stored "upright", or can I store it on it's side? I'm thinking the back hinge side with the control panel facing up.
Answer: With our USV20 being a dry pump you can move it and store it in different positions. However please know due to the rectangular design you do not gain much space with storing the machine on its back. Thanks!
Answer: I think that should be fine. It’s a tank
Answer: I leave it up right!
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At what temperature does water boil in this unit?
Answer: The water is not necessarily boiling due to heat or temp. It appears to be boiling due to vacuum pressure. Thanks
Answer: Never used this to boil water. It doesn’t heat other than to seal the bags
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Does the pouch clamp effectively solve the problem of keeping the ends of the bag lined up over the seal bar when the contents are not flat?
Answer: I recently used mine to seal venison sausage. Clamp worked fine, no issue with sealing for me. It just holds it in place, not really a clamp.
Answer: I haven't had any problems with it.
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What is the duty cycle of the heat/sealer function? Is there a cooldown period before the next seal?
Answer: The USV20 is made to vacuum and seal back to back packages. The pump and seal bar are different functions were no cold down is required. Simply vac n seal then remove pouch from chamber and use again.. Thanks!
Answer: When the vacuum is complete and the sealing begins, it counts down from X to 0 after which there is about 3 or so seconds before the beep sounds to signal you can open the lid and remove the product. If I had to guess, and I shouldn't have to, I would assume this is being counting as a sealing function and not a cool down of the unit. The bag seal is being given time to cool to ensure a good seal. Just a note that extra time beyond the set seal time occurs.
Answer: I have not had to let my unit cool down yet. By the time We get ready for the next item to seal the machine is ready. I am not so sure you need to worry about a duty cycle.
Answer: Once a bag is sealed, you can move right on to the next one without any wait.
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What is the precise height with the door open? I see the dimensions list 17" but I need a more exact measurement as my clearance is exactly 17.0"
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Answer: Height closed is 7” top is 10” so it is 17”
Answer: It's a fraction taller than 17.. But you don't have to open it all the way to use it. We love it.!!
Answer: I have to agree it is very close to 17” . Not greater than 17”. If it has to give a number. I would say 17.6”
Answer: I have 17 inches. But you do not need to have the lid fully open to be able to use it.
Answer: It’s just shy 17 inches. By like a 1/16-1/8 of an inch from counter surface to edge
Answer: It is 17” with the top standing open. I took a picture to show you, but only videos are allowed. ????
Answer: Sorry, 17 1/4"
Answer: Exactly 17in.
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Will this work with Mylar bags?
Answer: The USV20 will seal some mylar bags. This is depending on the thickness and if there are any metalized properties within the bag. Be happy to test you mylar bags to insure a positive seal. Please contact us..
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What is the largest volume of liquid/soup that can be sealed in one bag in the USV20?
Answer: Fill the bag and account for any boil over and you should be good
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Can this be used to make compressed fruit?
Answer: It will compress the cells of the fruit as will any vacuum.
Answer: Yes our USV20 chamber vac sealer will work for compressions, pickling and marinating. Good luck and enjoy! Thanks
Answer: Yep. You can adjust the vacuuming time and sealing time to how “compressed” you want it. Something you’ll need to play with
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Do these take the same bags as thevacmastee ?
Answer: The USV20 is a chamber vacuum sealer - which all chamber sealers use "chamber pouches". Chamber pouches are smooth or flat on both sides.
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Where to get the hose for the suction ? Could you use the food savor bags? Thanks!
Answer: Thanks. Yes the hose and contaainers will be available in a week or so. Slight delay to market. Also we have had a few customers use their Foodsaver style hose and containers...and jar attachments. The FS hose is not a perfect fit, but with some modification will work. More to come in about 1 week! Yes you can use the FS bags. Once you get familiar with the USV20 chamber machine try using the vacuum pouches which are smooth on both sides and save some money!
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Answer: Food Saver bags will not work. Avid bags are inexpensive and are awesome.
Answer: You can use the foodsavor hose also the foodsavor bags will work, but they are much more expensive.
Answer: They said it is allowed to use.
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Can this unit seal the 7mm retort bag for pressure canning?
Answer: not sure only used 3m bags
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Does this machine come with the vacuum hose? If not does Avid Armor sell one separately?
Answer: No, it only comes with a starter pack of bags. You would have to purchase a vacuum hose/canner separately. I'd have to also say that this product is amazing!
Answer: The USV20 do not come with accessory hose. We do offer one separately sold on our site. Plus our canister set comes with hose. Thanks!
Answer: No it doesn't come with any hose.
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Does the marinating of meat really work faster in a Vacuum chamber?
Answer: Yes it works much faster. instead of over knighting a brine if your short of time even a half hour in the vacuum pack will drive the brine flavor deep
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The avid armor usv20 takes 11x10 bags? The chamber dimension shows on the description is 12x8.5 is this wrong. Thanks for tour help
Answer: You are correct with the specs. The 11x10" bag is the perfect size for the USV20 allowing you to pack up to a 3 lb roast or several steak cuts per bag. In reference to the length, the 10" works well since you lose some length due to adding thickness to bag and having a little extra length to lay over the seal bar is good. You will like the 11x10 bags. Thanks!
Answer: The chamber it’s self is 12x8.5 but 11x10 bags are usable.
Answer: Yes, it takes 11x10 inch bags.
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Can the usv20 unit handle 4 cups (quart-size) of soup or stew without spillage? thanks!
Answer: Yes our USV20 using our 11x10" chamber pouch can vacuum and seal 4 cups of liquids such as soup or stew. Remember it is best to vacuum pack at room temprature to prevent 'steaming' in the vac process. Once packed you will like the low profile pouch (lay flat) which are easier to store in fridge or freezer. Thanks
Answer: Just out of curiosity I just did 4 cups of water in a 10x11 bag and it worked perfectly. You will not be disappointed in this machine.
Answer: I think that 32 fl. oz would be fine in an 11x10 bag.
Answer: And make sure that it all cooled down before vacuuming it.
Answer: y0u sure can
Answer: Yes
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Can you seal a mason jar with this?
Answer: The answer of using the FoodSaver mason jar sealing lid is correct for all practical purposes. I have seen videos where a Chamber Vacuum sealer has been used to seal mason jars so I tried.
Answer: Kerr 8 oz Widemouth Mason jars fit nicely inside the chamber.
Answer: If you use the foodsaver jar adaptor.
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Can I seal without vacuum?
Answer: No, using a chamber vacuum sealer a partial vacuum (normally about 50 to 60%) is required to make a positive seal. This is due to most chamber vacs requiring a vacuum or negative pressure for the seal bar to raise and form a seal. Thanks
Answer: Yes, it has a seal only button. Still have to have the lid closed.
Answer: Yes you can, we are very happy with ours.
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What about larger pieces of meat? , such a tomahawk, i have checked both usv32 and usv20 and im not sure if i would be able to vacuum and seal
Answer: That may be an issue. I could not seal a 3 bone rib roast
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What size bags can I use? Also, can you provide a link for bags or pouches that are safe for sous vide cooking? Thanks in advance.
Answer: Pretty much you make your own bags. The material comes in rolls and you cut off the size you need and then seal one end with the vacuum sealer. The plastic bag material is available on Amazon. I Sous Vide a lot and the bags work great.
Answer: 8 X 12 bags are as big as it uses. It works perfect with them.
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What is the differences between this and the v20? Does this include accessories such as bags and containers?
Answer: some bags come with it........it is just easy to use
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How many bags are with the starter kit
Answer: For model USV32 there are 30 sample pouches (bags) included. Thanks!
Answer: Short answer is you should order more when you purchase. If I recall correctly they give you 10 bags total as a free sample. In my opinion they are of high quality and hold up well to sharp foods like crab legs but any non-textured vacuum bag seems to work just fine according to the reviews.
Answer: I received a small package of 10x11" with mine. No sure how many. No more than a dozen.
Answer: I think 10
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what is the largest bag size you can use on the USV20?
Answer: For the USV20, we like the new 11x10" pouch. This size allows you to pack off several steaks or even a 3 pound roast. Thanks
Answer: Per the manufacturer’s specifications:
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Can this product be used with a ziplock type bag???
Answer: Yes it can! It can be used with any type of vinyl or plastic food saver type bag and can reseal it using the heat sealer just as easily as it does the dedicated food saver or vacuum seal bags.
Answer: Yes for chmaber vacuum machines there is zipper vacuum pouch available. Basically the end with the zipper has a heat seal. The opposite end is open where you load the product. Then vacuum and seal. To open cut or tear the end, open zipper for product access. Thanks
Answer: It would probably pull a vacuum with a Ziploc bag but I think the bag would be too thin to actually seal. I think the heating element would burn through the Ziploc bag.
Answer: No. Wrong type and thickness of plastic. Won’t seal properly
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Can i use food saver bags?
Answer: You can use food saver bags if that is your preference or if your just trying to use up a current stock of bags.
Answer: Yes, they work fine. But once you use those up, I suggest buying chamber vacuum bags in bulk. They are cheaper.
Answer: Yes you can. I used up my surplus of Foodsaver compatible bags with the Avid Armor. Was thrilled when I got to reorder bags and realized how much less expensive chamber vac bags are.
Answer: Sure can but overall chamber bags are cheaper
Answer: Yes, but I wouldn’t because of cost. Unless you have some left over buy the bags made for these machines.
Answer: Yes, but you should use regular bags that are a lot less expensive
Answer: I don’t know. I would contact Avid Armor.
Answer: No you cannot
Answer: Yes I have.
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Will this vacuum sealer work with Grounded Compostable chamber bags?
Answer: Yes our USV20 and other vacuum chamber machines will vacuum and seal compostable chamber bags. The important piece of the bag is the inside laminate which is a low grade poly which the heat seal bar melts / welds close. Looking at one of the largest sellers of these compostable chamber bags, they quote the following: "Please, note that these bags are suitable for use on commercial "in-chamber" vacuum machines with temperature adjustment - they will not work on household vacuum sealers." The USV20 model has adjustable heat and in an in-chamber. Thanks!
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The machine is making a loud squeal/whistle sound when we try & seal something. Any idea what’s causing it?
Answer: Sounds like the seal gasket around the lid may have trash stuck to it not letting it seal away around.
Answer: Sorry, I have not had the same experience
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Can I vac seal hamburger buns without totally crushing them?
Answer: Using a chamber vacuum sealer like our model USV20, to make a heat seal on the pouch a vacuum inside the chamber is required. Normally this is about 60% vacuum making it difficult to package breads using a chamber. However we have some customer who will pack their breads and buns by par freezing first (let bread pre freeze to firm up, normally less than 24 hours. This is due to less than 24 hours of freezing will not get freezer burn) then vacuum seal in their chamber machine. Thanks
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Can I use regular vacuum sealer bags with this?
Answer: Vacuum chamber machines normally use chamber pouches which are flat on both sides. You will find them more economical. However you can use the embossed bags used with suction-type machines. As a tip we have some customers using the embossed bags on the outside of their machine to vacuum seal longer or larger items. Thanks
Answer: Yes, they work fine. But you can use the even cheaper bulk vacuum chamber bags, so I’d use those after your supply if regular bags runs out.
Answer: You could, but why? Foodsaver-type bags are far more expensive than the ones available for chamber vacuum sealers.
Answer: Not sure what you mean by regular (embossed bags?) but yes you could use these ones, even if priced higher and the machine could work with the cheaper ones not embossed.
Answer: Yes you can. But they’re more expensive than the vacuum chamber bags.
Answer: As long as they are smooth they should work. Bags are very cheap to buy for this machine.
Answer: You can use the food saver type bags if you want but it is a waste of money unless you have some left over . The camber bags range 75% or more cheaper than the food saver vac bags .
Answer: If you mean the textured bags that are used in FoodSaver machines yes. I don’t see the need unless you have a bunch left over. The bags for this machine are incredibly inexpensive.
Answer: Yes, but why would you. They are terribly expensive. Much less expensive bags are available from many vendors.
Answer: Yes, (no ziplock) if you buy on bulk it will be cheaper don’t buy the ones for food saver those are more expensive will work but you will waste money.
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Can I purchase spare parts such as seal bars and gaskets? If so, where?
Answer: I'm not sure about your question. Upon receiving the sealer, I found that it was to small for my purposes.
Answer: On their website.
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Whats the advantage yo using one of these giant units instead of a regular vacuum sealer?
Answer: There are two key advantages. First vacuum packaging wet, liquid or even marinades are not a problem. With our chamber vacuum machine what you put in the pouch stays in the pouch. Second using vacuum pouches vs embossed vacuum bags for the suction-type machines is more economical. Vac pouches cost less per piece. In addition there are many more advantages like pickling, infusions, best sous vide cooking results. Keep in mind using a chamber machine is actually the older technology and used everyday in commercial kitchens, meat shops, cheese shops and other type of processors. Thanks for your interest...
Answer: The bags are much cheaper than a suction vacuum sealer and the machine doesn’t overheat as easily. I used to use a Cabelas commercial vacuum sealer and when processing game or sausage, The suction vacuum sealers always overheated and shut off. I would have to take 15 to 20 minute breaks to let the suction sealer cool down.
Answer: These work better if you’re using the vacuum bag for marinating. This doesn’t extract air (and liquid) from the bag. Instead it creates a vacuum in the chamber. If your goal is to vacuum seal food the smaller units work great, but this design is more flexible
Answer: Chamber vacuum sealer work with wet/juicy items. My Foodsaver had issues sealing juicy steaks all the time. That is a non issue with the USV20. You can vacuum seal a bag of water if you want with this thing :)
Answer: You can use it to seal soup or something which has lots of liquids, which you can't use with non-chamber type sealer.
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I am new to Amazon Business and I dont see if this item is returnable?
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Should the clamp be over both layers of the pouch or just the lower layer?
Answer: You can use the pouch clamp in many different ways, either ontop of one layer or both layers of pouch. Once you used the USV20 several times and comfortable with loading, I like to not use the clamp and simply grab the pouch both sides (left to right) and simply tuck the open end between the seal bar and the clamp (not using clamp). By tucking the pouch between the seal bar and clamp are, this will secure the open end of pouch. Simply tuck and vacuum seal. Thanks!
Answer: I put it over both layers to keep the pouch in place and it works great. I found when only putting it on the lower layer, the pouch would sometimes be incorrectly positioned for a proper seal depending on how full it was.
Answer: It should be over both layers. If you fill the bag too full you will have a hard time holding it in the clamp. Sometimes it helps to put a small 1 or 1-1/2 inch tall bowl in the bottom of the chamber to hold the bag up off the bottom.
Answer: Photo on the Avid Armor website shows both layers of pouch held by clamp.
Answer: Just the lower layer
Answer: Both... The clamp is to hold the two layers in place so they seal properly.
Answer: I put the clamp down it both sides of the bag so it will seal evenly
Answer: Just the lower part
Answer: Over both layers to get them together
Answer: Both, it is only used to hold the bag in place during vacuuming.
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what is the horse power of the pump
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Where is it made?
Answer: Our model USV20 was designed/developed here in the US and made in China. Each unit certified, meeting testing requirements and we test each unit here in our Kansas warehouse prior to shipping to customers. Thanks!
Answer: From what I understand from talking with Avid Armor all vacuum machines are made in China, Avid Armor is made to company specs from their company in Arizona.
Q:
How much hg can this sealer pull? Thanks.
Answer: It defaults to 20.
Q:
Will this be restocked?
Answer: Yes! We will be adding a few more units per day. Will be back into to full stock in the next few weeks!
Product reviews of Avid Armor Chamber Vacuum Sealer Model USV20 Ultra Series, Compact Size Perfect for Liquid-Rich Wet Foods Fresh Meats, Marinades, Soups, Sauces and More. Vacuum Packaging the Professional Way
Bonnie : seals like a dream
food sealers have nothing on this chamber vacuum sealer, will be testing it on raw fresh caught tuna in 2 weeks, can you say sushi!
Nana Jo : Perfect for food storage
My husband and I love our machine! We purchased this to vacuum seal or freeze dried food as well as frozen foods for storage. We are so happy with our purchase!
Kathryn Perkins : Great product!
Amazing vacuum sealer! Being able to package soups and liquids is awesome. The quick marinade function is also very cool!
Leslie Traweek : Works great so far!
Rosemary A. Peterson : Great value! Much more efficient than other vacuum dealers.
This unit is a gem! Easy to use and have not had any failed seals so far! Great for freezing or for sous vide cooking. I have prepped and seasoned food, then frozen in individual servings. I’m now ready to sous vide at a moments notice!
Scott G. : BIG upgrade from my old vacuum sealer.
Suction is great and the double bar sealing works much better than my old food saver. Works well with moist food.
You can seal liquid I did a bag of water to try out and have been using that as an Ice pack for my lunch box. Still trying to figure out the liquid level before it boils over.
The only con I have is the shape and size of the loading area. It only comes to an issue with larger sizes. I wish they would have put the sealer bar on the short edge versus the long edge this would allow better sized or custom bags.
Recommened
Brian F : The PERFECT chamber sealer!
Detailed review and comparison:
I am a vacuum sealer enthusiast who has owned a ton of different brands of sealers (Ive worn out more food saver models than you could believe). Eventually I got sick of buying a new sealer every 12 months when mine wore out and found Avid Armor. I purchased an A100 model (like a commercial grade food saver type sealer) to use for sous vide cooking and freezing smoked meat like chicken, brisket and jerky when I cooked in bulk. This sealer was amazing, I bought one for my Dad and my Brother... it was that good. When they released their first chamber sealer (USV32 Ultra) it was an instant buy for me. I do a ton of hunting and fishing, and sealing wet marinades and meat like fish has always been the downside to traditional vacuum sealers. They do a good job, but are always limited in how well they can suck out air, without sucking liquid out with it. I instantly bought a USV32, and I'm not kidding when I say it completely changed the way I bought, cooked and stored food. Chamber bags are dirt cheap in comparison to traditional sealer bags (less than half the cost), so you can seal whatever size portion you want, without blowing 25 cents on every bag. This isnt a huge deal when you cook 1 or 2 portions, but when you make 100lbs of chicken at a time the cost of a chamber sealer pays for itself. Aside from bag cost, chamber sealers offer a much wider range of foods that can be sealed. Anything a traditional sealer can do, a chamber sealer can do and then some. Where chamber sealers REALLY shine is with liquids, and wet foods. The chamber sealer removes air from the chamber, not the bag so no liquid is sucked out when the air is removed. This means you can marinade meat, vacuum seal soups or any other liquid (infused cocktails, marinades, soups/stocks etc) without any issue; something that can't be done effectively on a regular sealer. The only downside to the USV32 is its very large/heavy. I store it in my pantry and move it in and out every time I want to use it. This is great when I need to seal a roast or whole chicken, but for 99% of my cooking its overkill.
This brings us to the new USV20. It's the slightly smaller brother of the USV32. Same motor/suction in a smaller easy to manage form factor! Ive run a few dozen bags through the new USV20, and its every bit as good as the larger chamber sealer, with a couple of awesome improvements. Its lighter, smaller and most importantly for me fits on the counter UNDER the cabinets with the lid completely open. With the larger sealer I always set it on my island, because the lid opened high enough it wouldn't open under the cabinets in my kitchen. This little guy looks good and will likely live on my counter for convenience.
Advantages of the USV20:
-Smaller size is ideal for counter top use
-Chamber size will fit almost everything the average person will seal on a daily basis.
-Takes less time to suction and seal due to the smaller chamber (Large chicken breast took 20 sec, vs 45-50 in larger
USV32)
-Ability to connect external canisters
- Much lighter to move around
- Soft close lid (USV32 does not have this)
Bottom line- Chamber sealers offer you versatility in sealing liquids and wet foods, and save you a ton of money on bags. The USV 20 is the end all be all chamber sealer for 99% of people. If you are the type that likes to sous vide large items like whole prime ribs, roasts, or whole chickens then the larger USV32 is the one to go with. If you seal smaller individual or family size portions the USV20 will save you time and counter space. Both products are a 10/10 for quality, aesthetics and customer support; it really just comes down to which size fits you best.
Florian : Grandma approved and validated
Purchased as a gift for a Grandma who makes a lot of Chile sauce and gift it to the whole family, scattered over several countries. So shipping Mason jars had never been easy, Everybody had to wait for a family meeting to get restocked.
I introduced her to vacuum sealers during the jar shortage last year, initially a Food Shield. A bit difficult to use, sauce always sucked in the device so lots of cleaning.
So when the usv20 was available again, I didn’t hesitate, it was the way to go. She loves it.
Easy to use, nothing to clean, cheap pouches, better results (0 air bubble in the sauce). She said herself she now can easily ship to the whole family. And everybody knows how easy it usually is to convince Grandma to change anything to the way she has been doing things for 50 years… ????
I introduced her to vacuum sealers during the jar shortage last year, initially a Food Shield. A bit difficult to use, sauce always sucked in the device so lots of cleaning.
So when the usv20 was available again, I didn’t hesitate, it was the way to go. She loves it.
Easy to use, nothing to clean, cheap pouches, better results (0 air bubble in the sauce). She said herself she now can easily ship to the whole family. And everybody knows how easy it usually is to convince Grandma to change anything to the way she has been doing things for 50 years… ????
Sarah M. : Worth the money!
The Avid Armor Chamber Vacuum Sealer Model USV20 Ultra Series is worth the money. We used it to vacuum seal over 600 lbs. of beef in one day. We never had one issue with it. It has done a great job with marinating food also. We are glad we purchased this item.
MITCHELL MCKINION : So far so good
I bought this after using my brothers vac master for a while . After returning his commercial vac machine I new we would never go back to food saver styles . It has really been worth the money and worked great plus it’s a lot less expensive and not near as heavy to move . Instead of taking the processed meat or fish the the vac master I take the Avid to it which makes ease of use and clean up better .I hope it keeps up the good work but so far so good
Rosemary A. Peterson : Great value! Much more efficient than other vacuum dealers.
This unit is a gem! Easy to use and have not had any failed seals so far! Great for freezing or for sous vide cooking. I have prepped and seasoned food, then frozen in individual servings. I’m now ready to sous vide at a moments notice!
Mike : Well Made
This machine is very well made and easy to use. I suggest also buying the canisters as they expand the machine's capabilities. I've had mine now for about 6 months, use it daily and it's trouble-free. I'm really adamant about having fresh coffee in the morning, which is just one of the canister's uses. Buying in bulk has saved me more than I paid for the Machine. Suffice to say, this was one of my better investments...
KentCannon : Love this packer!
I purchased this packer to replace a Foodsaver unit. In the past I have primarily used my packer for fish as I’m an avid fisherman. A friend purchased a chamber unit a couple years ago and
I was quite jealous as it didn’t have issues with liquid that my Foodsaver did. As the years have gone by, I have developed a passion for smoking and curing meat in addition to my tuna fishing. I did quite a bit of research prior to purchase, and to be quite honest I was hesitant due to the cost of the unit. But after looking at the pro’s and con’s of this and other chamber packers, and reading all of the reviews for and against, I pulled the trigger.
To date I have packed a lot of meats, sauces, soups and fresh fruits. The unit is a veritable workhorse and I couldn’t be happier with my purchase! After using this packer, I gave the Foodsaver away, as it wasn’t even a good anchor!
I was quite jealous as it didn’t have issues with liquid that my Foodsaver did. As the years have gone by, I have developed a passion for smoking and curing meat in addition to my tuna fishing. I did quite a bit of research prior to purchase, and to be quite honest I was hesitant due to the cost of the unit. But after looking at the pro’s and con’s of this and other chamber packers, and reading all of the reviews for and against, I pulled the trigger.
To date I have packed a lot of meats, sauces, soups and fresh fruits. The unit is a veritable workhorse and I couldn’t be happier with my purchase! After using this packer, I gave the Foodsaver away, as it wasn’t even a good anchor!
billy : WOW! THIS THING WORKS GREAT
This is one of the best purchases i have made in some time, much better than a foodsaver, yes it costs a little more but you are getting a well built pro class piece of equipment it is worth every penny
Leslie Traweek : Works great so far!
Darcy : Handles wet and dry items beautifully, like a professional seal.
I bought this unit because I was tired of replacing Food Saver units. I do a lot of food vac sealing, and I do not feel the Food Saver was durable enough for my usage. I was very pleased with results with sealing pastry flour as well. I have also use the unit for gumbos and stews and was very pleased with the neatness and “intuitiveness” of the machine. In other words, it did not make a mess with my wet items. It works well with the bulk generic bags that I purchased as well. It is a very sleek and compact unit and looks good in my kitchen. So far, I love it.
Rosemary A. Peterson : Great value! Much more efficient than other vacuum dealers.
This unit is a gem! Easy to use and have not had any failed seals so far! Great for freezing or for sous vide cooking. I have prepped and seasoned food, then frozen in individual servings. I’m now ready to sous vide at a moments notice!
Kathryn Perkins : Great product!
Amazing vacuum sealer! Being able to package soups and liquids is awesome. The quick marinade function is also very cool!
KBritt : Checks all the boxes for vacuum sealing foods
I have wanted all the benefits of chamber vacuum sealing for some time, namely the efficiency of sealing liquids and the reduced costs of bags, but I didn't have the space to store the models most frequently offered in chamber vacs until I found the Avid Armor USV20 model . Now, I store this (right-sized) model in my utility room and transport it very easily to the kitchen to do the sealing. I seal a lot of food, and I am exceedingly pleased with its performance, the ease of use, and its portability. For my uses, the size is more than adequate for the volumes of food I seal. Every time I use it I rejoice about NOT fighting the Food Saver (no offense to them, but chamber vacuum sealing is so much better).
angeleyes : Totally worth the money.
I tried out five other chamber vacuum machines before settling on this one. It's awesome! It's so easy to use and move around. I'll definitely get my money's worth out of it.
Florian : Grandma approved and validated
Purchased as a gift for a Grandma who makes a lot of Chile sauce and gift it to the whole family, scattered over several countries. So shipping Mason jars had never been easy, Everybody had to wait for a family meeting to get restocked.
I introduced her to vacuum sealers during the jar shortage last year, initially a Food Shield. A bit difficult to use, sauce always sucked in the device so lots of cleaning.
So when the usv20 was available again, I didn’t hesitate, it was the way to go. She loves it.
Easy to use, nothing to clean, cheap pouches, better results (0 air bubble in the sauce). She said herself she now can easily ship to the whole family. And everybody knows how easy it usually is to convince Grandma to change anything to the way she has been doing things for 50 years… ????
I introduced her to vacuum sealers during the jar shortage last year, initially a Food Shield. A bit difficult to use, sauce always sucked in the device so lots of cleaning.
So when the usv20 was available again, I didn’t hesitate, it was the way to go. She loves it.
Easy to use, nothing to clean, cheap pouches, better results (0 air bubble in the sauce). She said herself she now can easily ship to the whole family. And everybody knows how easy it usually is to convince Grandma to change anything to the way she has been doing things for 50 years… ????
Rob Logan : Perfect for home use
This unit feels solid and the design clean. The port for my canning jars sold me. It seals the jars in around 3 seconds unlike food saver that seemed to never stop running! Foodsaver will meet the circular file.
Kiana : Save Food, Money, and Time!
I want to say I've purchased my chamber the Avid Armor USV20 less than a month and I just want to start off by honestly saying it's better than I expected!
I initially got into food preservation at the beginning of the pandemic and learned more about vacuum sealing in general as time went on. I used a cheap vacuum sealer for a few months but got over the hassle I had to deal with when it came to moist or wet foods (needing to partially freeze them first). You can honestly get away with just using a vacuum sealer if you're willing to deal with the hassle, but the reality is you are less likely to build a habit if it's not convenient. Using this USV20 has made it incredibly convenient and has allowed me to be much more consistent with sealing away my food.
I tend to cook for myself and have noticed that when you become more involved in the kitchen it's a bit tough to cook for one. You could meal prep and eat the same food throughout the week (I've done that), but you may end up disliking some foods (that's no good). There's no need to cook a big batch of food, but rather just casually seal away your leftovers. With time you'll start to accumulate a surplus of food. This is great because you can still "meal prep", but rather than having the same meal for 5 days straight, you can have it every 3 days (or however long; can last for a really long time in the freezer!).
Vacuum sealing food really makes food come off as "fresh" especially if you pair it with sous vide machine to reheat your food (it's a much gentler way of reheating your food and won't be fried or dried like what microwaves do)
If you're someone who is trying to eat better, always have food around, save money, or just busy I really think you'll like what this chamber sealer can do. It's the cheapest chamber vacuum sealer I can find (I actually found cheaper ones on eBay, but the letters were not in English) and has great value and quality.
I do have one con and is that after 5 to 6 runs in a row your bags will stick a bit more to the heating bar (this is to be expected because it hasn't had a chance to cool down). Due to the sticking, if I do a batch of sealing that is more than 4 bags, I will just wait a minute for the bar to cool down before doing the rest. I don't think this is necessary, but I rather take preventative measures cause this machine is not cheap.
Hope this helps!
I initially got into food preservation at the beginning of the pandemic and learned more about vacuum sealing in general as time went on. I used a cheap vacuum sealer for a few months but got over the hassle I had to deal with when it came to moist or wet foods (needing to partially freeze them first). You can honestly get away with just using a vacuum sealer if you're willing to deal with the hassle, but the reality is you are less likely to build a habit if it's not convenient. Using this USV20 has made it incredibly convenient and has allowed me to be much more consistent with sealing away my food.
I tend to cook for myself and have noticed that when you become more involved in the kitchen it's a bit tough to cook for one. You could meal prep and eat the same food throughout the week (I've done that), but you may end up disliking some foods (that's no good). There's no need to cook a big batch of food, but rather just casually seal away your leftovers. With time you'll start to accumulate a surplus of food. This is great because you can still "meal prep", but rather than having the same meal for 5 days straight, you can have it every 3 days (or however long; can last for a really long time in the freezer!).
Vacuum sealing food really makes food come off as "fresh" especially if you pair it with sous vide machine to reheat your food (it's a much gentler way of reheating your food and won't be fried or dried like what microwaves do)
If you're someone who is trying to eat better, always have food around, save money, or just busy I really think you'll like what this chamber sealer can do. It's the cheapest chamber vacuum sealer I can find (I actually found cheaper ones on eBay, but the letters were not in English) and has great value and quality.
I do have one con and is that after 5 to 6 runs in a row your bags will stick a bit more to the heating bar (this is to be expected because it hasn't had a chance to cool down). Due to the sticking, if I do a batch of sealing that is more than 4 bags, I will just wait a minute for the bar to cool down before doing the rest. I don't think this is necessary, but I rather take preventative measures cause this machine is not cheap.
Hope this helps!
Geronimo : Excellent companion to my sous vide
My old one "bit the dust" and I purchased this one on the price point. Somewhat smaller than my previous chamber vac but quite adequate for all I expect to do with it. I just bought it and I get a 2 year extended warranty for writing this review. Can't comment on longevity. My old one was 50+ lbs and this one's 17+ That's much better considering my 74 yo back. Happy -- so far.
Amazon Customer : Best decision I've made in a long time
I LOVE it. After an old Foodsaver my parents gave me started acting up, I tried multiple types of vacuum sealers and sent them right back. They just didn't have good suction, were complicated, wouldn't seal, etc. One was even $189.00 and was just awful, I had much higher hopes for that price.
I never considered a chamber vacuum sealer like this because they seemed so large and expensive. This is definitely bigger than non-chamber models, but still small enough that I don't even care because it does such a good job and can even do liquids.
It's a bit hefty, but you can tell its high quality and not a bunch of plastic. It's certainly more expensive that your little countertop types but worth it - in this case you get what you pay for.
Please note: I've used roll bags in the photo, but had to create a sealed edge with my old Foodsaver. These chamber vacuums are meant for pouches.
I never considered a chamber vacuum sealer like this because they seemed so large and expensive. This is definitely bigger than non-chamber models, but still small enough that I don't even care because it does such a good job and can even do liquids.
It's a bit hefty, but you can tell its high quality and not a bunch of plastic. It's certainly more expensive that your little countertop types but worth it - in this case you get what you pay for.
Please note: I've used roll bags in the photo, but had to create a sealed edge with my old Foodsaver. These chamber vacuums are meant for pouches.
Leslie Traweek : Works great so far!
Mark Gould : i can buy in volume and package out single portion meals now.
I am a very happy camper, the handles on the sides make this unit very easy to pickup and move around. It is light enough too. It came with an assortment of pouches and way more then i expected. BUT the 8x10 pouches were not part of the purchase and I ordered those separately, turns out i use them the most. I now have a tool to deal with the "costco volume packaging" problem. I was using zip lock bags and was having a problem with freezer burn (from the liquids turning to ice crystals in the zip lock bags and thus drying out the meat/products. My wife died and i now live alone and cooking for one sucks, this has made that possible again.
Jamie Rawson : Pleased with my new Avid Armor Chamber Vacuum
I've had this machine for about month now and I am please with it's performance. This is the 1st chamber style vacuum sealer that I have used and love it compared to the external style vacuum sealers i.e. Food Savers. The biggest advantage is it's ability to vacuum liquid or really moist food like fish.
Maria Huet : Chamber Vac Sealer
This item is fantastic and as described!
Jack Pickard : Light enough to be portable
The chamber size is pretty small. At 22lbs easily portable for storage. Suction power seems adequate but for bigger jobs I would allow time to cool.
mojamsand : Great way to vacuum/marinate
Works so much better than a vacuum sealer and makes marinating a breeze!
Janice Greer : Love it
Used it since it arrived. Vacuum sealed pepperoni and cheese for pizza night. Pecans in recipe portions Same with rice, flour and cornmeal. All stacks great in the freezer. Looking forward to doing vegetables from the garden. So far so good!!!
Kathryn Perkins : Great product!
Amazing vacuum sealer! Being able to package soups and liquids is awesome. The quick marinade function is also very cool!
Epicurious : Avid Armor Hits Out of Park With USV20!
Let me preface my review with I don't write them unless I am completely, I mean completely satisfied. The Avid Armor chamber vac rocks it! Over the years I have wore out several foodsaver sealers. Unless you pay attention to detail, fs processed food ultimately fails to hold a vacuum for extended period of time and you cannot seal anything with liquid without freezing it first. I process a lot of salmon, ground chuck, steaks, etc. It was always a chore and I never bothered with leftovers because of the liquid factor. Not anymore. The AA USV20 hit the price point for an affordable chamber vacuum and it performs flawlessly. Absolutely no food or liquid escapes when in the chamber. I love being able to now vacuum seal leftovers and meat with little effort. It is also fun to watch do its magic through the lid. My only suggested improvement would be to make the chamber a little deeper without changing the overall footprint so you can process larger cuts of meats. Other than that it meets my expectations and then some.
7th Wave Enterprises, Inc : Good-bye FOODSAVER, HELLO AVID Armor
I rarely write reviews but this unit deserves a 5 star write up. After owning SEVERAL FOODSAVER vacuum sealers, I have taken the plunge and purchased the Avid Armor Ultra Series USV20 Chamber Vacuum Sealer System. I spend a great deal of time cooking, smoking meats and home-made bacon. This chamber sealer is just what I needed. First of all the unit is well constructed and has a pleasing appearance. One of the things I wanted in a sealer was the ability to seal moist foods and liquids. (Something that can’t be done with standard vacuum sealers.) The USV20 works like a champ and not a single drop outside the bag. I admit I was skeptical about being able to seal sauces and soups so I filled a bag half full of water and sealed it. Again not a single drop of water outside the bag. If you are looking for a good chamber sealer at a reasonable price this is your answer.
Bob M. : Excellent in every respect
After a few decades of using various brands of snorkel and channel vacuum packing units, with the Avid Armor USV20, I think I've finally found the one, the ultimate home-use vacuum packer. The others have either wound up broken or been passed on to the thrift shop because of their inherently frustrating design and (lack of) function. This one is a keeper - a machine with commercial-strength power and function, but at a reasonable price point with a kitchen-friendly footprint. I'm actually looking forward to using this one for all the liquid-y stuff (broth, soups, stews) that have been such a pain in the past.
James F. Stevens : Excellent and versatile machine!
Very impressive machine! Great vacuum power, easy to use with excellent additional features. First are the Avid Armor vacuum bags - work super well, inexpensive and also perfect for sous vide. Second, the optional Avid Armor vacuum canisters work very well quickly and are clear to see the food inside. Third, the build quality and fit-and-finish of the USV20 are top notch. Worth every penny and very highly recommended!
Geronimo : Excellent companion to my sous vide
My old one "bit the dust" and I purchased this one on the price point. Somewhat smaller than my previous chamber vac but quite adequate for all I expect to do with it. I just bought it and I get a 2 year extended warranty for writing this review. Can't comment on longevity. My old one was 50+ lbs and this one's 17+ That's much better considering my 74 yo back. Happy -- so far.
Dan J : Saves time and money
and take to work for lunch
mojamsand : Great way to vacuum/marinate
Works so much better than a vacuum sealer and makes marinating a breeze!
Joseph McGraw : Love it so far
I bought this vacuum sealer online after searching for one to pack powders. I'm developing a supplement prototype and needed to pack powder into a 2.7X3.9" mylar bag. Since I wanted to pack powder I was looking for a chamber vacuum sealer for small packages and this one seemed perfect. I was unsure if mylar bags would work well. I packed about 25 small bags in the photo continuously and it worked perfectly. I even lowered the vacuum of the sealer down to 15 sec and lowered the sealer time to 3 sec. It has worked beautifully so far and seems like a high quality product. The outside is glass and stainless steal and the interior chamber is hard plastic. If it keeps working this well I will be more than satisfied!
Rosemary A. Peterson : Great value! Much more efficient than other vacuum dealers.
This unit is a gem! Easy to use and have not had any failed seals so far! Great for freezing or for sous vide cooking. I have prepped and seasoned food, then frozen in individual servings. I’m now ready to sous vide at a moments notice!
billy : WOW! THIS THING WORKS GREAT
This is one of the best purchases i have made in some time, much better than a foodsaver, yes it costs a little more but you are getting a well built pro class piece of equipment it is worth every penny
Brian F : The PERFECT chamber sealer!
Detailed review and comparison:
I am a vacuum sealer enthusiast who has owned a ton of different brands of sealers (Ive worn out more food saver models than you could believe). Eventually I got sick of buying a new sealer every 12 months when mine wore out and found Avid Armor. I purchased an A100 model (like a commercial grade food saver type sealer) to use for sous vide cooking and freezing smoked meat like chicken, brisket and jerky when I cooked in bulk. This sealer was amazing, I bought one for my Dad and my Brother... it was that good. When they released their first chamber sealer (USV32 Ultra) it was an instant buy for me. I do a ton of hunting and fishing, and sealing wet marinades and meat like fish has always been the downside to traditional vacuum sealers. They do a good job, but are always limited in how well they can suck out air, without sucking liquid out with it. I instantly bought a USV32, and I'm not kidding when I say it completely changed the way I bought, cooked and stored food. Chamber bags are dirt cheap in comparison to traditional sealer bags (less than half the cost), so you can seal whatever size portion you want, without blowing 25 cents on every bag. This isnt a huge deal when you cook 1 or 2 portions, but when you make 100lbs of chicken at a time the cost of a chamber sealer pays for itself. Aside from bag cost, chamber sealers offer a much wider range of foods that can be sealed. Anything a traditional sealer can do, a chamber sealer can do and then some. Where chamber sealers REALLY shine is with liquids, and wet foods. The chamber sealer removes air from the chamber, not the bag so no liquid is sucked out when the air is removed. This means you can marinade meat, vacuum seal soups or any other liquid (infused cocktails, marinades, soups/stocks etc) without any issue; something that can't be done effectively on a regular sealer. The only downside to the USV32 is its very large/heavy. I store it in my pantry and move it in and out every time I want to use it. This is great when I need to seal a roast or whole chicken, but for 99% of my cooking its overkill.
This brings us to the new USV20. It's the slightly smaller brother of the USV32. Same motor/suction in a smaller easy to manage form factor! Ive run a few dozen bags through the new USV20, and its every bit as good as the larger chamber sealer, with a couple of awesome improvements. Its lighter, smaller and most importantly for me fits on the counter UNDER the cabinets with the lid completely open. With the larger sealer I always set it on my island, because the lid opened high enough it wouldn't open under the cabinets in my kitchen. This little guy looks good and will likely live on my counter for convenience.
Advantages of the USV20:
-Smaller size is ideal for counter top use
-Chamber size will fit almost everything the average person will seal on a daily basis.
-Takes less time to suction and seal due to the smaller chamber (Large chicken breast took 20 sec, vs 45-50 in larger
USV32)
-Ability to connect external canisters
- Much lighter to move around
- Soft close lid (USV32 does not have this)
Bottom line- Chamber sealers offer you versatility in sealing liquids and wet foods, and save you a ton of money on bags. The USV 20 is the end all be all chamber sealer for 99% of people. If you are the type that likes to sous vide large items like whole prime ribs, roasts, or whole chickens then the larger USV32 is the one to go with. If you seal smaller individual or family size portions the USV20 will save you time and counter space. Both products are a 10/10 for quality, aesthetics and customer support; it really just comes down to which size fits you best.
LA Guy : quality unit
small enough to move around the kitchen...well made-rugged...very pleased with my purchase - much better than the Food Storage trash I've been putting up with for years...thx you
Kathryn Perkins : Great product!
Amazing vacuum sealer! Being able to package soups and liquids is awesome. The quick marinade function is also very cool!
Thomas : This product works as described
I just received my chamber vac today. It seems to work well and I can't wait to use it on some Deer meat. It was easy to use, had good suction power and seems to be a good, durable product. It is little pricey but time will tell if it was worth the price.
RLam : Unbelievable Suction Power
Maybe they went to great lenghts to fake this, but it appeared that this unit had been quality control checked manually on an individual basis by a real person. That is impressive these days. As far as usage, the suction power of this thing is incredible. I use this solely to vacuum seal powders in a commercial setting and it does an amazing job of tightly sealing bags of powder. When I say tightly, I mean it. Unlike what you'd see with a traditional vacuum sealer, there is no power sucked into the mechanisms or into the chamber due to how the chamber vacuum works. This is a nice solid feeling unit and doesn't feel cheaply made. I really enjoy sealing things with this sealer.
Penny Wondergem : Great customer service.
We purchased this vacuum sealer just before going fishing in hopes of using it to vacuum our fish that we caught. It worked great other than the right back corner did not shut tight and every time we used it we have to push it down. So we sent it back and got another one quickly in the mail...no problem. The new one works great and I love the ease of using it. Thank you for the great product!!!! And great customer service!!!
c1one : Well Built Chamber Vacuum Sealer at a Great Price!
This unit is well built and you can buy replacement heat sealers (typical to replace with wear over time.) Easy setup, in fact just plug it in and go.
Great seal, great price, excellent unit.
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