The Antari Z-1500 series (including the legendary Z-1500 II and the newer Z-1500 III) is a industry-standard, high-output 1500-watt professional fog machine designed by Antari Lighting and Effects. It is a primary choice for clubs, large concert stages, film productions, and specialized application environments like fire rescue training drills due to its massive, continuous output and bulletproof thermal stability.
The core technical metrics, DMX attributes, and generational changes across the product lineup are detailed below.
Core Performance Specifications
According to the official Antari Z-Series Specifications, the primary operational capabilities for the 1500W platforms include:
- Heater Core: 1,500 Watts utilizing a high-efficiency ECO thermal control system that dramatically curbs electric consumption.
- Volumetric Output: Produces roughly 20,000 cubic feet of dense fog per minute (approx. 566 m³/min).
- Warm-Up Period: Requires 8.5 to 10 minutes to reach optimum vaporizing temperature from a cold start.
- Fluid Management: Equipped with a spacious 6-liter (1.59 Gallon) tank. It features an Electronic Low Fluid Detector that automatically scales back or halts the pump when dry to safeguard the heater element from permanent damage.