Discontinued · Drum fan
Lakewood 36-Inch Drum Industrial Floor Fan (Discontinued)
This model is no longer available on Amazon. These current drum fans are the closest documented matches to the 36-inch size and 13,000 CFM listed for it.
Best replacements
Replacement 2
Schaefer 36CFO-B 36" Fixed-Mount Circulation High Airflow Fan
Same 36-inch size, 12,120 CFM documented
Replacements share the category, fall within 6 inches of the listed size and 30% of the listed airflow where those are known, and use cited figures. Still looking for the original? Check the old Amazon listing ↗
About the original Lakewood 36″ Drum Industrial Floor Fan
- 13,000 CFMon high
- 36-inchhead
- 3speeds
Specs cited from Amazon listing ↗
The Lakewood 36-inch drum fan is discontinued. Its old listing promised 13,000 CFM from a three-speed, 1/2 HP, 120-volt motor, and the best current replacement is the iLIVING 36-inch drum fan, which iLIVING rates at 16,000 CFM.
No product photo is available for this listing. Use the cited specifications and current seller listing to confirm the exact configuration.
What works
- 13,000 CFM on high from a 36-inch head
- 3 speed settings
- Claimed 13,000 CFM, the same class as current 36-inch drum fans
What doesn't
- No published sound level, wattage, weight or warranty
Who it's for
Good fit
- Shoppers replacing a worn-out Lakewood 36-inch drum fan
- Owners identifying an existing Lakewood unit before ordering parts
- Comparing the old 13,000 CFM listing with current 36-inch drum fans
Look elsewhere if
- A new purchase, because the fan is no longer sold
- Ordering motors, switches or blades from the old listing instead of the unit's nameplate
Why it stands out
The Lakewood 36-inch drum fan earned its reputation as a big, simple barrel fan for barns, gyms and warehouses. Its old listing described 36-inch blades, three speeds, a 1/2 HP direct-drive motor on ordinary 120-volt power, 6-inch wheels with a kick plate, a corrosion-resistant coating and US manufacture, with a claimed 13,000 CFM.
That fan is now discontinued, and no current Lakewood page or manual backs those figures. The good news: full 36-inch airflow from a standard outlet is exactly what today's 36-inch drum fans deliver, so a like-for-like replacement is easy to find.
What to know before you buy
- Power: the three 36-inch replacements below all list 120-volt power, like the Lakewood, so none calls for special wiring.
- Space: a 36-inch drum needs a clear floor lane in front of it and a doorway wide enough to roll it through. Measure both before you order.
- Noise: Lakewood never published a sound rating, and neither do most 36-inch listings, so plan on running a fan this size away from conversation areas.
- Job: a drum fan circulates air inside a building. If you need to push hot air or fumes outdoors, start with industrial exhaust fans instead.
How it compares
- iLIVING ILG8M36-90DC 36-inch drum fan: the best-documented replacement. iLIVING rates it at 16,000 CFM, and the manual lists 250 W, 3.3 A, 720 RPM and a 1-year limited warranty. Its brushless DC motor gives stepless speed control instead of Lakewood's three fixed speeds.
- Dayton 36-inch mobile air circulator: a conventional non-oscillating 36-inch circulator listed at 8,350 and 12,250 CFM on 120 V AC. It is the closest match to Lakewood's claimed 13,000 CFM.
- PRO-SOURCE 36-inch drum blower: listed at 9,600 CFM with two speeds and a 4 A, 120-volt motor. It is lighter on current and lighter on airflow.
If you want to step up in size, the Global Industrial 48-inch belt-drive drum fan is listed at 19,500 CFM. Browse every model in industrial drum fans.
Bottom line
Don't chase a Lakewood 36-inch through old listings. The iLIVING 36-inch is the straightforward upgrade, with more rated airflow and published electrical figures. The Dayton 36-inch is the closest like-for-like swap.
Verdict
Stop searching for a Lakewood 36-inch. Buy the iLIVING 36-inch drum fan if you want the best-documented replacement with more rated airflow on a 120-volt outlet; pick the Dayton 36-inch circulator if you want a closer match to Lakewood's claimed output. Skip both if the job is exhausting air from a building.
Questions people ask
- Is the Lakewood 36-inch drum fan still available?
- No. The model is marked unavailable and no current Lakewood product page or manual for it was found. Treat any remaining listing as old stock.
- What is the best replacement for the Lakewood 36-inch drum fan?
- The iLIVING ILG8M36-90DC. iLIVING rates it at 16,000 CFM, and its manual lists 120 V, 250 W and 3.3 A, so it runs from the same kind of outlet with more rated airflow than Lakewood claimed.
- How much air did the Lakewood 36-inch fan move?
- The old listing claimed 13,000 CFM from a 1/2 HP motor with three speeds. No manufacturer document confirms it, so treat it as a size-class figure rather than a measurement.
- Is there a cheaper-to-run 36-inch option?
- The PRO-SOURCE 36-inch drum blower lists 4 A at 120 V and 9,600 CFM across two speeds. It moves less air than Lakewood claimed but draws a modest current.
Before you buy
Installation and buying checks
Use these questions to verify the exact configuration. Linked facts are cited; unlisted details stay questions.
Mounting and support
What mounting method and hardware does the exact unit require?
Clearance and handling
Do the listed physical details leave enough clearance for installation, adjustment, and service?
- Blade diameter: 36 inAmazon listing ↗
Electrical match
What voltage and connection requirements does the exact unit specify?
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?
- Airflow (high): 13,000 CFMAmazon listing ↗
Location requirements
Does the site require an environmental rating or guard? Neither is listed here.
Put 13,000 CFM in context
The Lakewood 36-Inch Drum Industrial Floor Fan has a listed airflow of 13,000 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.
| Room | Size | Nominal room volumes / hour | Nominal pass interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| One-car garage | 22 × 12 × 9 ft · 2,376 ft³ | 328× | 11 s |
| Two-car garage | 22 × 20 × 9 ft · 3,960 ft³ | 197× | 18 s |
| Workshop | 40 × 30 × 12 ft · 14,400 ft³ | 54× | 1.1 min |
| Warehouse bay | 100 × 50 × 16 ft · 80,000 ft³ | 9.8× | 6.2 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.
Listing details
What we know about this listing
Listing data was imported on September 14, 2026. Each specification can have a different source-check date; the evidence below is the most precise source information available here.
Sources for 3 listed specifications
- Airflow (high): Amazon product listing · checked Sep 14, 2026 · Amazon listing bullets (Creators API snapshot)
- Blade diameter: Amazon product listing · checked Sep 14, 2026 · Amazon listing bullets (Creators API snapshot)
- Speeds: Amazon product listing · checked Sep 14, 2026 · Amazon listing bullets (Creators API snapshot)
Photos illustrate the listed model. Confirm the current variant, included hardware, and finish with the seller before purchase.
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