Fume, Smoke Extraction

Part Number	Description / PDF	Quantity
ZEROSMOG2N Xcelite	FUME ABSORBER MOBILE UNIT 120V	4
ZEROSMOGELKIT1N Xcelite	FUME ABSORBER MOBILE UNIT 120V	18
U-130-1000-ESDN Xcelite	FUME ABSORBER MOBL UNIT 100-240V	3
112-0000-ESDN Xcelite	FILTER UNIT FT12-ESD	0
ZEROSMOGTLKIT1NP Xcelite	ZSTKIT1 BUNDLE	4
U-145-1002-ESDN Xcelite	FUME ABSORBER MOBILE UNIT 120V	6
T0053662299N Xcelite	FUME ABSORBER MOBL UNIT 100-120V	3
WSA350 Xcelite	FUME ABSORBER BENCH TOP	142
T0053660299N Xcelite	FUME ABSORBER MOBILE UNIT 120V	0
ZEROSMOGTLKIT1N Xcelite	FUME ABSORBER BENCH TOP 120V	18
WFE20D Xcelite	FUME ABSORBER MOBILE UNIT 120V	0
ZEROSMOG2KIT1N Xcelite	FUME ABSORBER MOBILE UNIT 120V	4
U-130-1055-ESDN Xcelite	FUME ABSORBER MOBL UNIT 100-240V	13
U-100-1000-ESDN Xcelite	FUME ABSORBER BENCH TOP 120V	0
T0053661299N Xcelite	FUME ABSORBER MOBILE UNIT 120V	0
FT91000022N Xcelite	FUME ABSORBER EXTRACTION HOOD	0
T0053666299N Xcelite	FUME ABSORBER MOBILE UNIT 120V	0
CBCA112G2G65I2115N Xcelite	CBC-A EXHAUST CABINET 160MM CONN	0
T0053665299 Xcelite	FUME ABSORBER MOBILE UNIT 120V	0
T0053664299N Xcelite	FUME ABSORBER MOBL UNIT 100-120V	0

Fume, Smoke Extraction

1. Overview

Soldering, desoldering, and rework products are essential tools for electronic assembly, repair, and manufacturing. Soldering involves joining metal components using molten filler material (solder), while desoldering removes solder to separate components. Rework processes address defects or modifications in assembled PCBs. Fume and smoke extraction systems mitigate health hazards by capturing harmful particulates and gases generated during heating processes. These technologies ensure product reliability, compliance with safety standards, and efficiency in high-precision industries.

2. Main Types & Functional Classification

Type	Function Features	Application Examples
Soldering Irons	Manual heating tools with temperature control	PCB assembly, prototyping
Reflow Ovens	Infrared/convection heating for SMT soldering	Mass production of smartphones
Desoldering Pumps	Vacuum-based solder removal	Component replacement on motherboards
Hot Air Rework Stations	Precise thermal control for BGA/QFN packages	Repairing semiconductor chips
Smoke Extractors	Multi-stage filtration (HEPA/activated carbon)	Enclosed soldering workstations

3. Structure & Components

Soldering tools typically include a heating element, temperature sensor, and ergonomic handle. Rework stations integrate programmable thermal profiles and optical alignment systems. Fume extraction units consist of: - Inlet nozzle/arm for targeted capture - Pre-filter (dust collection) - HEPA filter (0.3 m particulate removal) - Activated carbon layer (gas/odor adsorption) - Industrial-grade centrifugal fan

4. Key Technical Specifications

Parameter	Typical Range	Importance
Temperature Control	200-480 C 1 C	Prevents thermal damage to components
Smoke Capture Efficiency	99.9% for 0.5 m+ particles	Meets OSHA/REACH standards
CFM (Airflow Rate)	80-300 CFM	Determines contaminant removal speed
Filter Lifespan	500-2000 operating hours	Impacts maintenance costs
Thermal Recovery Time	<10 seconds	Maintains process continuity

5. Application Fields

Key industries include: - Electronics manufacturing (SMT/BGA assembly) - Automotive (ECU repair, sensor calibration) - Aerospace (avionics maintenance) - Medical device production - Semiconductor packaging

Example: A smartphone PCB rework line uses hot air stations (BGA resoldering) with integrated smoke extraction achieving 99.95% particulate removal.

6. Leading Manufacturers & Products

Manufacturer	Representative Product	Key Features
Metcal	MX-5000 Soldering System	SmartHeat technology, 1 C stability
Hakko	FR-301 Desoldering Iron	2-stage vacuum pump, 350 C in 15s
Cambridge Engineering	Series 7000 Smoke Extractor	4-stage filtration, 250 CFM
ERSA	Versaflow 4/55 Selective Soldering	Modular design, nitrogen inerting

7. Selection Recommendations

Consider: - Process compatibility (e.g., lead-free solder requires 350 C) - Workspace constraints (arm length for extractors 80cm) - Energy efficiency (PWM-controlled heating elements) - Filter replacement costs (carbon saturation indicators) - Integration capabilities (IoT-enabled temperature logging)

8. Industry Trends

Emerging developments: - AI-powered thermal profiling for predictive soldering - Nanofiber filters achieving 99.999% efficiency - Miniaturized on-tip heating elements for 0201 component work - Centralized extraction systems with real-time particle counters - Laser-assisted selective soldering for 5G RF modules