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- fishinghub

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
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Product Description

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


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"



Overall Dimensions	14"W x 15.5"D x 9.5" H	14"W x 12" D x 8.25" H
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

Q:

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.

Q:

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

Q:

How much vacuum is developed?

Answer: About 30 psi vacuum.

Answer: It pulls down to -29"

Q:

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

Q:

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

Q:

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.

Q:

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.

Q:

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.

Q:

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,

Q:

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!

Q:

What is causing the avid armor bags to puff up and the machine usv20 to make a knocking noise when using it?

Answer:

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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!

Q:

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.

Q:

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"

Answer:

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.

Q:

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

Q:

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

Q:

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.

Q:

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.

Q:

Can this unit seal the 7mm retort bag for pressure canning?

Answer: not sure only used 3m bags

Q:

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.

Q:

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

Q:

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.

Q:

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

Q:

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.

Q:

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.

Q:

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

Q:

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.

Q:

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

Q:

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

Q:

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.

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How much hg can this sealer pull? Thanks.

Answer: It defaults to 20.

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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!

robby hughes : It's worth it

We buy meat in bulk from the processing plant since we cook a lot and do catering. Not having the boxes in the freezer and having to dig around to find something has managed a difference.

Leslie Traweek : Works great so far!

It works great so far. Super easy to use. It vacuums and seals wonderfully. The bags are half the price or less of the textured bags so in the long run it will pay for itself.

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.

Michael W. Grubbs : Amazing alternative to foodsaver.

I don’t do many reviews here because I figure most stuff does what it’s supposed to do. No big deal. But I gotta say, this thing exceeds my expectations so far. We buy chicken in 10 lb bulk packs from restaurant supply. The portions are perfectly sized and consistent and flavor is great. We’ve used a foodsaver for years to seal into meal size portions and it’s been fine. But when we heard the company was selling and we couldn’t get any more we went all in and bought 100 lbs. the food saver bags would’ve cost a fortune but vacuum sealer bags are so cheap we can almost make up the cost of the machine right up front. I’ve already put up 60 lbs and this machine is a beast. Also used to seal all kinds of leftovers and it does a great job. Let’s say you air fry half a bag of frozen French fries and want to save the other half for later. 20 seconds in this baby and I bet they’ll be good for a month or more. I’m cooking some salmon sous vide right now and guess how I sealed it up? Yep. Avid Armor. Thanks for making an easy to use, affordable machine guys. Look forward to many happy cooking adventures!

COHOUT : Fabulous product! Bye Bye Foodsaver!

We just got this in today and I immediately took 5 items out of my freezer that were not sealed well with our second Foodsaver vacuum sealer. Sealed them with the USV20 and every item sealed up beautifully. Very impressed with the ease of use and can't wait to use it more. This unit fits very nicely under the upper kitchen cabinet even with the door open.

Ruby : I am really impressed!

Just got this product, and it seems great. First, the packaging was truly done with care, and I appreciated all the instructions, tips and bags that came with it. (and they were in understandable English, by the way). I tested it with a half avocado and it was super. At first I thought it wasn't working--didn't seem to be vacuuming out the air--then BAM! all the air was out and it was sealed perfectly. You can adjust the time for the vacuum and the seal, and it even has a marinade setting. The other thing is that it is fairly light. I can keep it in a cabinet and take it out to use with ease--I love clean kitchen counters. And it was supposed to come between the 25th and Dec 3rd--came today on November 21st!

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.

mojamsand : Great way to vacuum/marinate

Works so much better than a vacuum sealer and makes marinating a breeze!

Jena Cherry : A for product! A++ for customer service!

The product performance exceeded my expectations. It’s a great value for the $$$. However, that’s not the best part of the story. The true measure of a company is how they respond when things go wrong.

My unit stopped working about 45 days after delivery. I was putting up about $200 worth of barbecued pork & ribs. I called AvidArmor and spoke with Nikki, explaining my situation. She was pleasant and responsive. This was late Friday afternoon. She wasn’t sure they could get a replacement out that day. But she made it happen! Sunday afternoon FedEx delivered my replacement.

Occasionally, even the best products can fail. I have no doubt this was an isolated occurrence. The product is easy to use and does a great job! But what stood out to me was how they responded.

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!

Michael W. Grubbs : Amazing alternative to foodsaver.

I don’t do many reviews here because I figure most stuff does what it’s supposed to do. No big deal. But I gotta say, this thing exceeds my expectations so far. We buy chicken in 10 lb bulk packs from restaurant supply. The portions are perfectly sized and consistent and flavor is great. We’ve used a foodsaver for years to seal into meal size portions and it’s been fine. But when we heard the company was selling and we couldn’t get any more we went all in and bought 100 lbs. the food saver bags would’ve cost a fortune but vacuum sealer bags are so cheap we can almost make up the cost of the machine right up front. I’ve already put up 60 lbs and this machine is a beast. Also used to seal all kinds of leftovers and it does a great job. Let’s say you air fry half a bag of frozen French fries and want to save the other half for later. 20 seconds in this baby and I bet they’ll be good for a month or more. I’m cooking some salmon sous vide right now and guess how I sealed it up? Yep. Avid Armor. Thanks for making an easy to use, affordable machine guys. Look forward to many happy cooking adventures!

ron ward : Awesome!!

We just received our USV20 today and it has preformed beyond our expectations! After going thru 4 food savers in the past 3 treats we decided to invest in a chamber vacuum that would fit our needs ! We couldn’t have purchased a more quality product! I have also ordered the canisters and hose attachment
I would highly recommend this product

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.

William : Poorly removes all air from bag

I purchased this unit as an upgrade from my failed food saver system I used previously, but the ability for the unit to fully remove the bag air is poor compared to my old food saver system. More than half the time it would leave enough air in the bag sealed that would cause the bag to float when using it for the cooking sous vide method. I reached out to the company for troubleshooting, twice they sent me a generic list of common causes of issues with the unit..the third time I reached out they actually gave me a custom message based on my question, and in the end, the air in bag issue was blamed on using third party 3mm bags. So based on our conversation i purchased some of their brand bags and the results were identical. So after thinking about it and watchingt he system going through its process, the unit will sometimes cause the bag to puff up during the vacuuming process, which is usually the bags that end up with to much air in the bag, so a jerry rig fix to stop this from happening that i came up with was to use an old mouse pad i had laying around that i lay over the top of the bag inside the chamber, the weight of the mouse pad keeps the bag from puffing up during the vacuum process and the bags come out far superior on air removal.

ron ward : Awesome!!

We just received our USV20 today and it has preformed beyond our expectations! After going thru 4 food savers in the past 3 treats we decided to invest in a chamber vacuum that would fit our needs ! We couldn’t have purchased a more quality product! I have also ordered the canisters and hose attachment
I would highly recommend this product

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

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...

Quartermaster : Major Upgrade to my Vacuum Sealing Game

I have had a few vacuum sealers in the past. All were the external type, and ranged from inexpensive Food Savers to an expensive metal one. Over the years I have had problems keeping a seal., I just checked my stash of coffee and found that 4 out of 6 bags had lost their vacuum on my old seal. The chamber type units were always too expensive for me to consider. Then along comes Avid Armor.

I knew that I was going to buy one, but I was not sure of what size to get. The V20 or the V32. The $200 difference was big and I decided to go for the V20. The bag size difference was only a few inches! Also, the reviews for both were very positive.

I received my unit yesterday, and it is great, I have been looking for items to vacuum seal around the house. I repackaged the before mentioned coffee stash. It has been fun. The size should be sufficient for 99% of my packaging needs.

It came with a dozen or so bags, and I had picked up 500 more when I ordered it from Amazon. The machine does exactly what it is supposed to and I am very happy with itb ut time will tell if the seals will last (but I think that they will).

Texas grandma : Does the Job!

I ordered this Chamber Sealer as the small old-fashioned sealer I had was no longer sealing properly. After buying and returning a similar replacement, I decided to go for this home-sized chamber vacuum sealer. This Avid Armor Chamber Vacuum Sealer USV20 is fabulous. I am enclosing photos of the chamber sealer, the cardboard (shipping) insert I kept to use during storage; the lining up of my salmon (in a sealer bag) inside the open chamber; and the finished, sealed product ready for the freezer. The first time I sealed the salmon, there was a small amount of air left in the package. I trimmed off the seal on the bag and followed the directions in the product manual by increasing the vacuum time. That worked perfectly!

BC : Avid Armor Ultra Series USV20 it’s a good machine

Have used vacuum sealers for many years. Always wanted a vacuum chamber machine and thought them too expensive. After reading reviews online I purchased the Avid Armor Ultra Series USV20. The machine arrived sooner than expected. It arrived well packaged in a heavy duty box. Unpacked the box I was very impressed with the initial appearance of the machine. The machine came with instructions, a card stating the machine was inspected and tested, a foam avocado vacuum packaged, and a few bags, all placed within the vacuum chamber. Packaged a few pork chops that would be cooked via Sous Vide. The machine easily vacuum packaged the chops. The default settings of 25 seconds with 4 seconds of sealing time to be sufficient to seal a 3 mil bag. The resulting bag was very tight around the chops and sealed with two heat seal strips. Tested the seals by pulling on seals with no separation. Cooked the chops without any seal failure. Very happy with purchase and expecting many years of use.

ron ward : Awesome!!

We just received our USV20 today and it has preformed beyond our expectations! After going thru 4 food savers in the past 3 treats we decided to invest in a chamber vacuum that would fit our needs ! We couldn’t have purchased a more quality product! I have also ordered the canisters and hose attachment
I would highly recommend this product

rodney dailey : Outstanding

The machine works outstanding. It has a small footprint, perfect for the counter top. The design allows for a 11” wide x 12” deep bag. We vacuum seal hundreds of bags of fish and game each year and this is by far the best I’ve used. High quality machine and the pump never needs oil.

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.

James Marsh : Great Product!

I have wanted a chamber vacuum sealer for a while, but didn't want to spend $1000. When I saw the Avid Armor sealers and the great reviews I knew i wanted one. This sealer is great. It's lightweight and easy to move around and store. It's performance is excellent as I have used it for soups, meats and various other food products. Pictured is fresh vegetable soup that was sealed in the 10x11 bags. I would highly recommend if you are thinking of a chamber vacuum sealer.

Sblablover : Good value & fast

We love our chamber sealer, the size is convenient for keeping on a counter and it’s weight isn’t overwhelming like larger products. We process our own deer each year and the kids love helping, this is easily operated by our 5&8 year olds and is fast. This sealer works far better than our old vacuum sealers and bag rolls. If purchasing again I would consider a larger size to allow mason jars for dry goods but for processing game or sealing bulk food purchases this works great.

William : Poorly removes all air from bag

I purchased this unit as an upgrade from my failed food saver system I used previously, but the ability for the unit to fully remove the bag air is poor compared to my old food saver system. More than half the time it would leave enough air in the bag sealed that would cause the bag to float when using it for the cooking sous vide method. I reached out to the company for troubleshooting, twice they sent me a generic list of common causes of issues with the unit..the third time I reached out they actually gave me a custom message based on my question, and in the end, the air in bag issue was blamed on using third party 3mm bags. So based on our conversation i purchased some of their brand bags and the results were identical. So after thinking about it and watchingt he system going through its process, the unit will sometimes cause the bag to puff up during the vacuuming process, which is usually the bags that end up with to much air in the bag, so a jerry rig fix to stop this from happening that i came up with was to use an old mouse pad i had laying around that i lay over the top of the bag inside the chamber, the weight of the mouse pad keeps the bag from puffing up during the vacuum process and the bags come out far superior on air removal.

Amber : Works great!

So far I have put around 50lbs of venison through this thing and it has worked amazing. The seal bar will get too hot with continuous use and I’m still trying to figure out the marinate function (it blew marinate out all inside the chamber). It works so much better than the old Food Saver I had though.

P Jordan : Outstanding product

Purchased the Avidarmor Ultra in April. Very easy to operate. Recently had an issue with the unit sealing bags, emailed the company about the issue and got a very prompt reply with a suggestion that solved the problem. I use it several times a day to vacuum seal jars and vacuum canisters which it does very well and very quickly. Could not be more pleased with this purchase and with the company

Elle B. : I use this so often, I bought a second freezer

I am something of a vacuum sealer collector, but this is my first chamber sealer. With that said, I can honestly say that it does everything I need it to and more. I plan to gift many of my other, external machines to family and friends now that I have this one.

During the initial unpacking of this sealer, I was intimidated by all of the options and the pressure dial. Now that I’ve used it, I feel ridiculous for feeling that way. It’s the simplest thing. It’s just as easy as an external machine, if not easier. It certainly takes less arm strength. For those of you worried that you might struggle to understand how to use this machine, don’t. It’s so simple anyone can learn in about 3 minutes.

I live in a small household but love to buy in bulk. I have owned many external vacuum sealers priced anywhere from $50-$300. Most of them work, although obviously some are better than others, but they all have the same flaw, they can’t handle liquids. This means that while attempting to seal pounds of meat, vegetables, cheeses, and soups, I found myself pre-freezing everything to ensure they wouldn’t cause sealing issues. This became such a burden and waste of my time, that I knew it was time for a chamber sealer. I’m so thrilled with my purchase. This machine has already saved me more time than I can imagine.

I often use a sous vide cooker and previously was forced to cook my meat unmarinated. No more! This machine allows me to put my meat and marinade together in the same bag and instantly seal it. No freezing, no wasted time. Then I can leave it in the fridge overnight, or simply pop them into the water to cook. This has made for the moistest chicken and fish I’ve ever had in my life. Additionally, the ability to seal hamburger or chicken breasts without having the partially freeze them first has literally doubled the amount of time I have to focus on other things. Now that I can instantly seal anything I want, I bought a second freezer to store all of the items that I didn’t bother to freeze before.

Overall, I cannot recommend this machine enough. I love it. It’s got a relatively small footprint, handles liquids like a champ, double seals all of your bags, and the bags themselves are amazingly affordable when bought in bulk. If you’re on the fence about this sealer, just take the plunge. I regret all of the external machines that I’ve bought over the years. This is the real deal.

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.

Amazon Customer : Great Product. Money Well spent.

I was looking for a chamber vacuum sealer for a while but they were all too big to fit on a counter top. Size is not a problem with this one. It fits fine under the hanging cabinet and it is relatively light if you need to move it forward. We had a conventional sealer for a long time but you cannot compare the performance to this little device. I love the design and it seems to be well built.

Andy T : Most satisfying purchase in years! Excellent value and A+++ quality all around.

I seldom write reviews but couldn't resist the opportunity to praise this company.

Out of anything I've purchased, from TVs to cara to kitchen appliances, I must say that this particular product has been the most satisfying and useful purchase I've made in the last 15-29 years. I simply didn't know what I was missing with my FoodSaver. From the time I purchased the unit to shipping they were already exceeding expectations (estimated delivery of June 11th, it arrived on the 9th).

Absolutely love the quality of this product and was pleasantly surprised to see the marinate feature work so well. Great company and great products!

Catherine L. : Doesn't work anymore

Worked well for a bit with very light use and now it doesn't vacuum the packages well. There is tons of space and customer service has not been a great help. Not sure what to do with it now.

rodney dailey : Outstanding

The machine works outstanding. It has a small footprint, perfect for the counter top. The design allows for a 11” wide x 12” deep bag. We vacuum seal hundreds of bags of fish and game each year and this is by far the best I’ve used. High quality machine and the pump never needs oil.

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.

Paul A. Johnson : Powerful, compact, and convenient

I have had three or four vacuum sealers over the years. I have often had to carefully watch for moisture heading toward the top of the bad and quickly seal it. With this chamber vacuum I don’t have to worry about that. Last night I vacuum leftover beef stew.
It is small and compact but more than adequate for my needs. It fits well in the appliance garage in my kitchen even with the lid open.
A three section plastic file folder holder works well for conveniently storing the three sizes of bags.

Chris Simpson : Chamber Vacuume

I’ve had this for a couple of weeks and everything I’ve vacuumed has turned out great, didn’t relise that I could use old foodsavor bags (big plus) , also this machine is built very well, looks like it ought to hold up, that’s the problem with my old foodsavor, it just didn’t hold up, no regrets buying this unit, I haven’t tried any liquid items yet but I’m sure it will be fine.

Catherine L. : Doesn't work anymore

Worked well for a bit with very light use and now it doesn't vacuum the packages well. There is tons of space and customer service has not been a great help. Not sure what to do with it now.

c1one : Well Built Chamber Vacuum Sealer at a Great Price!

These chamber sealers have benefits over typical suction vacuum sealers such as the option to do liquids. They also seem to seal with a much greater vacuum.
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.

Shup : Worked right out of the box, easily

I have used the Food Saver style for years and bought the rolls but always complained about seal quality and cost. While the initial outlay for the chamber version is pricey I think long term with cost of bags and better quality seal it should pay for itself. I already have the suction sealers for jars so I bought this unit for that function also. Will have to report back after hunting season and see how it performed then

robby hughes : It's worth it

We buy meat in bulk from the processing plant since we cook a lot and do catering. Not having the boxes in the freezer and having to dig around to find something has managed a difference.

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!

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.

milo : Very easy to use, and it seals like a professional.

Love that its well built and seals like a commercial vacuum sealer. Well worth the money especially when it does exactly what it suppose to do. Its so good it can vacuum seal water.

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.

BC : Avid Armor Ultra Series USV20 it’s a good machine

Have used vacuum sealers for many years. Always wanted a vacuum chamber machine and thought them too expensive. After reading reviews online I purchased the Avid Armor Ultra Series USV20. The machine arrived sooner than expected. It arrived well packaged in a heavy duty box. Unpacked the box I was very impressed with the initial appearance of the machine. The machine came with instructions, a card stating the machine was inspected and tested, a foam avocado vacuum packaged, and a few bags, all placed within the vacuum chamber. Packaged a few pork chops that would be cooked via Sous Vide. The machine easily vacuum packaged the chops. The default settings of 25 seconds with 4 seconds of sealing time to be sufficient to seal a 3 mil bag. The resulting bag was very tight around the chops and sealed with two heat seal strips. Tested the seals by pulling on seals with no separation. Cooked the chops without any seal failure. Very happy with purchase and expecting many years of use.

Dan J : Saves time and money

This product is very well made, what's really nice it doesn't take up a lot of room on your counter top. It's not heavy, to where as your staining to to move it. I vacuum my leftovers
and take to work for lunch

Dee : Perfection

If I could give it a 10, I would. I just leave it on the counter and I'm amazed how many times I use it.

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!!!

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Processing Fresh ... FIELD TO SEALED!

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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

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?

can it be used with regular average bags those that come in rolls?

Will it seal 7 mil mylar gabs?

The description says 6x12 and 8x12 bags, that seems to 3.5 inches longer than the chamber at 8.5. why not a 10x12?

How much vacuum is developed?

Does this have the gasket problem that the A420 has?

how loud is it when running? (in decibels if you can measure it)

Hi Is there any way we can import this machine to Europe? Thanks for any reply.

Received my unit but keep getting E1 error. Tried pressing down lid, removing & reinstalling gasket with lip outward (it arrived inward) Pls help

does it use a special oil?

Does this machine work on dual voltage or only 110-120v?

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

When will the accessories make the debut? It was said to be soon ? Thanks!

What is causing the avid armor bags to puff up and the machine usv20 to make a knocking noise when using it?

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.

At what temperature does water boil in this unit?

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?

What is the duty cycle of the heat/sealer function? Is there a cooldown period before the next seal?

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"

Will this work with Mylar bags?

What is the largest volume of liquid/soup that can be sealed in one bag in the USV20?

Can this be used to make compressed fruit?

Do these take the same bags as thevacmastee ?

Where to get the hose for the suction ? Could you use the food savor bags? Thanks!

Can this unit seal the 7mm retort bag for pressure canning?

Does this machine come with the vacuum hose? If not does Avid Armor sell one separately?

Does the marinating of meat really work faster in a Vacuum chamber?

The avid armor usv20 takes 11x10 bags? The chamber dimension shows on the description is 12x8.5 is this wrong. Thanks for tour help

Can the usv20 unit handle 4 cups (quart-size) of soup or stew without spillage? thanks!

Can you seal a mason jar with this?

Can I seal without vacuum?

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

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.

What is the differences between this and the v20? Does this include accessories such as bags and containers?

How many bags are with the starter kit

what is the largest bag size you can use on the USV20?

Can this product be used with a ziplock type bag???

Can i use food saver bags?

Will this vacuum sealer work with Grounded Compostable chamber bags?

The machine is making a loud squeal/whistle sound when we try & seal something. Any idea what’s causing it?

Can I vac seal hamburger buns without totally crushing them?

Can I use regular vacuum sealer bags with this?

Can I purchase spare parts such as seal bars and gaskets? If so, where?

Whats the advantage yo using one of these giant units instead of a regular vacuum sealer?

I am new to Amazon Business and I dont see if this item is returnable?

Should the clamp be over both layers of the pouch or just the lower layer?

what is the horse power of the pump

Where is it made?

How much hg can this sealer pull? Thanks.

Will this be restocked?

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