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Solder fume extractor?
Anyone have a solder fume extractor they particularly like? I just finished a roll of lead-free solder and switched to a leaded core, so I want to be extra cautious about the fumes. Thanks!
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Been using one of these the past two years, works good so far.
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Thanks, Brandon! I’d been looking at this: https://theairhood.com/products/airhood-2-portable-kitchen-air-cleaner-range-hood
I have the v1 in my kitchen for particularly smokey foods, and it has worked quite well in the shop, too, so I was thinking of getting the new model to keep in the shop.
Then I saw what Weller offers (https://www.weller-tools.com/us/en/filtration/products/solder-fumes/zerosmog-guard-kit1-alfa-120-v), which are all quite a lot more money, so I wanted to make sure there isn’t something special needed for solder fumes that a less expensive machine won’t pick up.
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I don’t think the filter media is much different in lower price vs. mids. This is 2 years worth on one filter with a good amount of use. I also like being able to pinpoint where I’m soldering with the flexible hose.
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Thanks, that’s very helpful! Is the model you have particularly loud? The original model of the Airhood sounds like an air raid siren
Nevermind — found the product spec which says it’s 55dbm, which is super reasonable.
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Thanks for the tips. I just ordered the kotto one listed.✌
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