Arete CO₂ Jet Fog Machine for Phenomenal Effects

Arete is a modern CO₂ jet fog machine designed to give production companies, rental houses, DJs, venues, and live event teams a clean, powerful atmospheric effect that instantly boosts the energy levels of any show or performance. 

This fog machine delivers crisp vertical or angled bursts of CO₂ that cut through lighting clearly without the need for complex setup or control workflows.

How Does this CO₂ Fog Machine Fulfill Today’s Entertainment Needs?

The Arete CO₂ jet fog machine is built for crews that need a reliable, repeatable impact effect for concerts, festivals, stage shows, sports events, and high‑energy appearances. With a compact matte black housing and a fast discharge nozzle, it fits smoothly into rigging designs while still delivering a bold effect that the audience could feel the moment it fires.

Production companies and event specialists can trigger tight, punchy CO₂ hits that sync with drops, intros, reveals, and key moments on the show’s timeline. A thick output of up to 30 feet gives lighting designers and operators a strong visual element that works harmoniously alongside moving heads, beams, and other atmospheric effect machines in the rig. 

For rental houses and venues, the combination of low power consumption and professional high‑pressure hose design keeps operation simple for frequent use.

What Are Some Key Highlights of Rasha’s CO₂ Jet Fog Machine?

Let’s understand what makes the Arete CO₂ jet fog machine stand out for companies that design, supply, and operate live productions across tours, fixed installs, and one‑off shows.

Innovative CO₂ jet design for high‑energy impacts

Arete is basically a modern, powerful CO₂ jet machine that delivers strong, clean bursts for high‑impact moments on stage or around performance areas. It is perfect for environments where crews want a sharp visual punch to match intense music or lighting cues.

Long shooting distance for big stages and arenas

This CO₂ jet machine can shoot CO₂ up to 30 feet, which suits larger stages and extended performance areas that need visible atmospheric effects across a wide field of view. This gives designers flexibility to place machines at stage fronts, platforms, or risers without losing presence in the air.​

Full‑flow 10 mm solenoid valves for maximum output

Arete features full‑flow 10 mm solenoid valves paired with a powerful electronic valve to push a strong CO₂ blast through the nozzle each time it is triggered. This helps ensure consistent fog output through multiple cycles during long performances or repeated cues.

Adjustable spray angle for flexible looks 

This CO₂ fog machine offers a manually adjustable spray angle, ranging from 0 to 90 degrees. This enables it to be used for straight vertical jets, angled side effects, or more a customized direction based on the stage or DJ booth layout. This kind of flexibility supports creative looks across a variety of event platforms where angles matter.

Compact matte black housing that blends into professional rigs

This atmospheric effect machine comes in a compact housing with a full matte black finish that blends well with stage lighting rigs and truss lines. This low‑profile design helps keep sightlines clean for cameras as well as the audience while still delivering a strong atmospheric effect when fired.​

What Are Some Practical Benefits of This CO₂ Jet Smoke Machine?

Here we look at how Rasha’s CO₂ jet smoke machine benefits companies working across concerts, tours, venues, theaters, and live entertainment environments.

Strong visual impact without heavy power consumption

Arete delivers thick and high-impact CO₂ blasts while drawing only 0.25 A at 120 V. This low electrical load makes it easier for venues and production teams to integrate it into their existing power systems without major changes.

Flexible control for different show styles

The CO₂ jet fog machine supports DMX 512 and manual control options with 2 DMX channels. This lets operators integrate it into show files or trigger it via basic controllers as and when needed during a live show. This perfectly aligns with usual workflows in concert, theater, and club environments, where DMX is standard, but quick manual operation is often required.

Suitable for live concerts, DJ sets, and high‑energy events

With a recommended use time of 2 to 3 seconds per cycle and CO₂ consumption, the Arete atmospheric effect machine supports repeated hits while still keeping gas usage predictable. This enables touring companies, DJs, and event teams to plan effect timing and when to change the cylinder for the complete show.

Designed for atmospheric effects with safety in mind

The Arete requires a siphon CO₂ cylinder (50 lb recommended), and the professional‑grade CO₂ hose is rated up to 2650 psi. In addition, the maximum pressure for the electronic valve is specified at 1600 psi. This gives technical teams clear limits for operation and specifications for their show documentation.

Technical Specifications of the Arete CO₂ Jet Fog Machine

Here, we dig deeper into the technical aspects of the Arete CO₂ jet fog machine. This will help production managers, system designers, and technical directors to quickly understand how to match it with their show-specific requirements.

Control and programming

The control options on this machine include DMX 512 and manual operation. It comes with 2 DMX channels for integration into control systems. This lets teams run the unit from consoles or simple controllers, based on the size of the event.

Physical dimensions and weight

The unit weighs 5.7 kg (or 12.57 pounds), making it manageable for both rigging and transport. This fog smoke machine is 245 mm (9.64 inches) long and 150 mm (5.9 inches) wide, with a head height of 410 mm (16.14 inches). These dimensions allow it to stay compact even in tight rigs.

Construction, housing, and protection

Arete comes in a housing that features high‑impact, ultra‑thin textured raw material with metal to ensure durability for regular use. It comes in a full matte black, low‑reflection finish with a protection rating of IP20, which is suitable for dry indoor environments.

Dynamic effects and performance data

The CO₂ jet smoke machine can fire up to 30 feet (9 meters), with a maximum pressure through the electronic valve of 1600 psi. For general use, the recommendation is 2 – 3 seconds per cycle.

Electrical and power details

Power input is 120 V AC at 60 Hz only. Never connect it to 220 V to 240 V power. Current draw is 0.25 A at 120 V. A 20A miniature circuit breaker is recommended, and the included power cord is a 3.3 foot (1 meter) Edison to locking power connector cord.

Hose and connector design

The hose pressure capacity of this CO₂ smoke machine is rated at a maximum of 2650 psi. The power input is a locking connector. The Arete runs on a siphon CO₂ cylinder (50 lb recommended) and two Rasha hoses, the CO₂ Tank Hose and the CO₂ Jumper Hose.

How Does Arete Support Different Industries and Show Types?

Let’s explore how the Arete CO₂ jet fog machine fits into specific industry workflows like DJ, event, stage, concert, theater, and venue operations.

Club and DJ environments

In DJ booths and club stages, the Arete CO₂ fog machine delivers strong vertical or angled bursts that hit right on drops and transitions. Moreover, its compact design allows the machine to fit near risers or on the truss over booths in environments where DJ lighting and atmospheric effects work together to create a captivating experience.​

Touring concerts and live music productions

For touring concert rigs, the 30 foot shooting distance of this fog machine allows designers to position the CO₂ fog machine along the front of stage, on platforms, or around runways. This allows CO₂ jets to remain visible from various angles. Besides, the 2-3 second recommended bursts also support typical use where triggers are synced with cues.

Theaters, shows, and stage productions

In theaters and staged shows, operators can take advantage of DMX control to trigger precise cues for entrances, reveals, or key scenes. Plus, the compact matte black housing helps the unit blend with scenic elements.

Venues and multi‑purpose spaces

For multi‑use venues that host many different types of shows, the Arete CO₂ fog machine acts as a reusable atmospheric effect tool that you can deploy as and when needed. Furthermore, its design aligns well with venue lighting systems that already use DMX and structured power distribution.​

Event production and rental operations

Rental houses and event production companies can make use of this CO₂ jet smoke machine as part of atmospheric effect kits for festivals, corporate events, and touring shows.

Why Choose Rasha for Your CO₂ Jet Smoke Machine?

Let’s find out why companies that rely on consistent, professional gear for shows and events choose Rasha Professional’s CO₂ jet fog machine:

U.S. based brand focused on professional stage lighting

Rasha Professional is a U.S.-based professional stage lighting manufacturer that designs and manufactures professional stage lighting and AV solutions for touring productions, live performances, permanent installations, corporate events, theaters, and houses of worship. This focus supports companies that want a CO₂ jet fog machine and related gear designed with inspiration from real show experience.​

Dedicated headquarters for support and development

Rasha operates from a physical headquarters based in the Inland Empire region of Southern California, which is a growing center for the entertainment industry. The headquarters is not just a storage hub, but a place where technical support, product research and development, and sales support are handled for partners and clients.​

Built to U.S. standards with controlled manufacturing

Rasha’s products are built to U.S. standards and supported by a controlled global manufacturing and supply network. This helps maintain consistent quality for each CO₂ jet machine and other products. Such an approach is valuable for production companies that want consistent performance across units and locations.​

Designed for real‑world production conditions

Rasha emphasizes practical engineering, consistent output, and long‑term reliability. Due to this, their fixtures and atmospheric effect machines perform well in demanding environments. For buyers, this means the Arete CO₂ jet fog machine is developed with touring, rentals, and venues in mind..​

Long‑term partnership with production teams and venues

The brand works closely with professionals, integrators, and venues to deliver systems that perform from setup to live execution. The same focus applies to support fixtures, jet fog machines, and A/V devices, so teams can rely on a partner that understands their ongoing show needs.

Connect with Rasha to Order Arete Today!

To add the Arete CO₂ jet fog machine to your inventory or integrate it into your next project, contact Rasha Professional’s team or purchase through one of our authorized resellers. 

Whether you handle touring shows, own a venue, or run a production company, Rasha experts can help you match Arete to your technical and creative requirements.