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iLiving ILG8MF30-83 30-Inch Drum Fan

iLiving ILG8MF30-83 30-Inch Drum Fan
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Photos: Amazon product listing ↗ · refreshed Sep 16, 2026

Airflow (high)
8,300 CFM
Product manual ↗
Blade diameter
30 in
Manufacturer source ↗

The iLIVING ILG8MF30-83 is a 30-inch indoor drum fan with three documented airflow settings: 8,300, 6,200, and 5,550 CFM.

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What works

  • Manual publishes all three airflow settings
  • Manual lists 260 watts, 2.3 amps, and 1/5 HP

What doesn't

  • Manual says not to expose the fan to water or rain
  • No dimensions or sound data used here beyond the documented configuration

Who it's for

Good fit

  • Indoor circulation where three documented airflow settings and a tilt-adjustable drum format fit

Look elsewhere if

  • Wet or outdoor locations
  • Process exhaust or ducted ventilation

Better documentation than a single high-speed claim

The ILG8MF30-83 owner manual lists three speeds with 8,300, 6,200, and 5,550 CFM. It also lists 115 volts, 2.3 amps, 260 watts, 1,100 RPM, and 1/5 HP. That complete airflow table makes this model easier to compare at the intended setting than a fan represented only by a maximum CFM number.

The manual describes a general-air-circulation fan and warns against water, rain, wet atmospheres, flammable or explosive locations, and attaching ductwork. The product page describes a 360-degree rotation feature, but the manual's safety limits should drive the decision. Use a suitable fixed exhaust design when room air, vapor, or heat must leave the building.

Compare the setting and the placement

The low and medium listed outputs let a buyer compare operating points, although they still do not predict airspeed at a bench or flow around racks. The manual's 260-watt value is tied to its documented product configuration; actual consumption can vary with use. Confirm a dry, stable location and the grounded electrical connection specified by the manual.

For alternative barrel formats, browse industrial drum fans. For a permanent overhead format, compare large ceiling fans after checking support and blade clearance. The CFM calculator is for stated room-flow planning and does not turn this circulation rating into a ventilation result. We have not conducted hands-on tests or measured noise.

Verdict

The ILG8MF30-83 is a documented three-speed indoor circulation choice. Confirm its location and electrical path; do not treat its high CFM as installed exhaust flow.

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Questions people ask

What airflow levels does the ILG8MF30-83 publish?
Its owner manual lists 8,300 CFM high, 6,200 medium, and 5,550 low.
Can it be used as an outdoor or exhaust fan?
The manual says not to expose it to water or rain and describes general air circulation. It is not a substitute for a designed exhaust installation.

Before you buy

Installation and buying checks

Use these questions to verify the exact configuration. Linked facts are cited; unlisted details stay questions.

  1. Mounting and support

    What mounting method and hardware does the exact unit require?

  2. Clearance and handling

    Do the listed physical details leave enough clearance for installation, adjustment, and service?

  3. Electrical match

    Does the documented electrical information match the planned supply? Confirm the installed unit’s nameplate and installation instructions before connecting it.

  4. Airflow at the job

    Is the listed airflow rated at an operating point that matches the job after placement, obstructions, and system resistance are considered?

  5. Location requirements

    Do the documented location and guard details match the conditions and rules at the installation site? Check the manufacturer instructions for the exact configuration.

Put 8,300 CFM in context

The iLiving ILG8MF30-83 30-Inch Drum Fan has a listed airflow of 8,300 cubic feet per minute. The table compares this rated volume with example room volumes. It does not measure fresh-air exchange, air speed at your body, or room coverage.

RoomSizeNominal room volumes / hourNominal pass interval
One-car garage22 × 12 × 9 ft · 2,376 ft³210×17 s
Two-car garage22 × 20 × 9 ft · 3,960 ft³126×29 s
Workshop40 × 30 × 12 ft · 14,400 ft³35×1.7 min
Warehouse bay100 × 50 × 16 ft · 80,000 ft³6.2×9.6 min

A circulation fan does not by itself replace indoor air. Exhaust airflow depends on a makeup-air path and system resistance. Use installed outdoor airflow for ventilation calculations.

Formula: airflow × 60 ÷ room volume. CDC explains the ventilation form of this equation; here the input is a catalog rating, so the result is a volume comparison.

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Operating estimate

What could it cost to run?

This uses the listed 260 W power draw. The example below assumes 8 hours a day, 250 days a year, at $0.16 per kWh. Change the assumptions for your utility rate and schedule.

$83estimated electricity cost per year

This is an energy estimate, not a bill. Draw can vary by speed, supply voltage, controls, and the fan's actual load.

Listing details

What we know about this listing

Listing data was imported on September 15, 2026. Each specification can have a different source-check date; the evidence below is the most precise source information available here.

Sources for 13 listed specifications

Photos illustrate the listed model. Confirm the current variant, included hardware, and finish with the seller before purchase.

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