{"title":"External Vacuum Sealers","description":"\u003cp\u003eCompare LEM MaxVac edge sealers by bag compatibility, seal-bar width and batch workflow.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat bags work in an external vacuum sealer?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse bags or rolls that the sealer manufacturer documents as compatible. Compare seal-bar width, supported bag sizes and intended batch workflow across MaxVac models.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse related collections for more options. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/vacuum-sealing\"\u003eVacuum Sealers for Food Preservation\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chamber-vacuum-sealers\"\u003eChamber Vacuum Sealers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"lem-maxvac-500-vacuum-sealer-ultimate-food-preservation-for-preppers","title":"LEM MaxVac® 500 Vacuum Sealer - Ultimate Food Preservation for Preppers","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLEM MaxVac® 500 Vacuum Sealer\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAre you tired of wasting food due to freezer burn? The \u003cstrong\u003eLEM MaxVac® 500 Vacuum Sealer\u003c\/strong\u003e is here to change that. This heavy-duty vacuum sealer is designed for preppers, hunters, and culinary enthusiasts who want to preserve their food effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the MaxVac® 500?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith its powerful vacuum pump and user-friendly design, this sealer makes food preservation a breeze. Here’s how it can help you:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep your meats, fish, vegetables, and fruits fresh for longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEliminate freezer burn and spoilage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSave money by extending the life of your food.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile enough to seal canisters and keep valuables dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSimple one-hand locking lid for easy operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MaxVac® 500 is built to last, featuring durable aluminum construction and a continuous run fan, allowing for up to 500 consecutive seals. Whether you're marinating meats or storing bulk purchases, this vacuum sealer is your go-to solution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWARNING:\u003c\/strong\u003e This product can expose you to chemicals including DEHP, DINP, BPA, Lead (PB), lead acetate, lead phosphate, and lead subacetate, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.P65Warnings.ca.gov\"\u003ewww.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n    \u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eLEM\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e17.3 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e1253\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eAluminum housing\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSeal Bar Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e14\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eSeal Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e4.8mm seal\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eBag Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eAccommodates bags up to 14\" wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eVacuum\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e21Hg pump\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eApproximate Run Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e500 consecutive seals (up to 5 hours of use)\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eOne 8\" x 25' roll of vacuum bag material and removable roll holder\/cutter\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e18.55\" L x 11.46\" W x 4.77\" H\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eWatts\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e462\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eCord Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003e6 ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003ctr\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eCertifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003ctd\u003eETL approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n  \u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWatch It in Action\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/F98z-TL8WM0?si=SLda_HdlXV9J61YS\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the MaxVac 500 have a Double piston vacuum-pump?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e No, it has a single piston pump.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow many watts of power does this unit have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It has 462 watts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow many inches of HG vacuum strength does this unit have?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e It has 21 in Hg vacuum strength.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDo other brand name bags work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Yes, you can use other brand bags with the MaxVac sealer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow big of roll will the roll holder-cutter hold?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The maximum size roll that fits is 3 3\/4 in diameter and 14 wide.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"LEM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52966859702582,"sku":"1253","price":429.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/5338\/5014\/files\/1253_MaxVac500_OL_2023_A_HiRes__98768.1741295527.jpg?v=1757786045"},{"product_id":"lem-maxvac-1000-vacuum-sealer-ultimate-food-preservation-for-preppers","title":"LEM MaxVac® 1000 Vacuum Sealer - Ultimate Food Preservation for Preppers","description":"\u003ch1\u003eLEM MaxVac® 1000 Vacuum Sealer\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAre you tired of throwing away spoiled food? The \u003cstrong\u003eLEM MaxVac® 1000 Vacuum Sealer\u003c\/strong\u003e is here to change that. This heavy-duty, commercial-grade vacuum sealer is designed for preppers, hunters, and anyone serious about food preservation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Choose the MaxVac® 1000?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the MaxVac 1000, you can:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore food for extended periods without freezer burn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreserve the freshness and flavor of meats, fish, vegetables, and fruits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReduce marinating time for your favorite dishes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep valuables secure and dry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis vacuum sealer features intuitive controls that remove air and automatically seal, making it an amazing storage solution. The powerful 24Hg (880w) vacuum pump ensures a consistent seal every time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccommodates bags up to 14\" wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14\" seal bar with an extra wide 5mm seal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemovable roll storage and cutter for custom-sized bags\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless-steel construction for durability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal vacuum hose port for canisters (hose attachment not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlus, it’s backed by a \u003cstrong\u003e5-year warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e and lifetime customer support. You can trust that the MaxVac 1000 will be a reliable part of your food preservation strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eWARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including DEHP, DINP, BPA, Lead (PB), lead acetate, lead phosphate, and lead subacetate, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/1yFxJ8Lc0XQ?si=8WVDs2cVX2vnmHFS\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstruction\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum housing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeal Bar Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14\"\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSeal Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5mm seal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBag Width\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccommodates bags up to 14\" wide\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVacuum\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e21Hg pump\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximate Run Time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1000 consecutive seals (up to 10 hours of use)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne 8\" x 25' roll of vacuum bag material and removable roll holder\/cutter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18.55\" L x 11.46\" W x 4.77\" H\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e29 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatts\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e880\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCord Length\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6 ft.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertifications\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eETL approved\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the cycle time for sealing?\u003c\/strong\u003e Sealing time is approximately 20 to 25 seconds, depending on bag size and contents.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan this vacuum sealer handle liquids?\u003c\/strong\u003e It’s not designed for liquids unless they are completely frozen first. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/prepperhideout.com\/products\/lem-maxvac-pro-chamber-vacuum-sealer-ultimate-food-preservation\" title=\"LEM MaxVac® Pro Chamber Vacuum Sealer \"\u003eChamber Sealers\u003c\/a\u003e are the best way to vacuum seal liquid items.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWill it work at high elevation?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, the MaxVac 1000 works well at elevations up to 10,000 feet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use other brand bags?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, it accepts most national brand heat seal vacuum bags.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it have a locking lid?\u003c\/strong\u003e No locking is needed; just lower the lid and apply light pressure to vacuum and seal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"seo-product-guidance\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eChoose around your sealing workload\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompare the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/preparedness-information\/lem-maxvac-500-vs-1000-which-one-is-right-for-you\"\u003eMaxVac 500 and 1000 workflows\u003c\/a\u003e before choosing a machine for longer processing sessions. Check usable bag width, counter space and the current model instructions alongside your normal batch size. For routine liquid packaging, compare the different workflow offered by \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/chamber-vacuum-sealers\"\u003echamber vacuum sealers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"LEM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52966885622070,"sku":"1088B","price":599.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/5338\/5014\/files\/1088B_MaxVac1000_OL_2023_A_HiRes__00007.1738593411.jpg?v=1757787253"},{"product_id":"lem-maxvac-300-vacuum-sealer","title":"LEM MaxVac 300 Vacuum Sealer","description":"\u003cp\u003ePackage the season’s harvest for the freezer with the LEM MaxVac 300. This countertop vacuum sealer combines a removable roll holder and cutter with a lift-out vacuum chamber to make bag preparation and cleanup easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBuilt for batch sealing\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e12.6-inch seal bar accepts bags up to 12 inches wide and makes a 5 mm seal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRated for up to 300 consecutive seals or three hours of operation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilicone gaskets and a removable vacuum chamber simplify cleaning.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes an 8-inch by 20-foot bag roll and removable roll holder with cutter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal canister port; hose and canisters sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStores upright between projects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eItem 1713. Dimensions: 16.25 × 11.5 × 3.5 inches. Weight: 6.4 lb. Power: 200 watts. Manufacturer warranty: two years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVacuum sealing supports refrigerated and frozen food storage; it does not make perishable food shelf stable.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCalifornia Proposition 65: manufacturer warning for BPA exposure. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.P65Warnings.ca.gov\"\u003eLearn more\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LEM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67819375165750,"sku":"1713","price":229.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/5338\/5014\/files\/MaxVac300_HiRes_2025__23063.1768494779.webp?v=1792903462"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0682\/5338\/5014\/collections\/1253_MaxVac500_OL_2023_A_HiRes__98768.1741295527.jpg?v=1794199929","url":"https:\/\/prepperhideout.com\/collections\/external-vacuum-sealers.oembed","provider":"Prepper Hideout","version":"1.0","type":"link"}