My finished #DIY #solderfumeextractor.
The fumes are sucked in and pushed out through the flexible tubing which I hang out of my window.
It's powered by USB-C (12V) and can handily be plugged into my @iFixit #FixHub's second USB-C output as I've integrated a USB-PD trigger board.
The project is made from the packaging my FixHub came in - that's what I call #upcycling ;)
[Project inspired by YouTuber "DIY Perks"]
#DIYPerks #soldering #ifixit #ifixittools #fumeextractor #diytech #diyprojects
Currently working on a DIY solder fume extractor for my new @iFixit #FixHub soldering station. As a soldering novice I'm actually quite proud of what I've done so far :)
Stay tuned for another post once I've finished the project (currently still waiting on a USB-PD Trigger board tho so I can try powering everything directly from the FixHub's second USB-C port)...
[Project inspired by YouTuber "DIY Perks"]
#diy #DIYPerks #soldering #ifixit #ifixittools #fumeextractor #diytech #diyprojects
Custom Soldering Fume Fan Doesn’t Skimp on Features
Prolific maker [sjm4306] tells us the first iteration of his soldering fan was little more than some cardboard, electrical tape, and a hacked up USB cable. But as we all know, these little projects have a way of evolving over time. Fast forward to today, and his custom fan is a well-polished piece of kit that anyone with a soldering iron would be proud to have on their workbench.
Cardboard has given way to a 3D printed enclosure that holds the fan, electronics, a pair of 18650 cells, and a easily replaceable filter. Between the marbled filament, debossed logo, properly countersunk screw holes, and rounded corners, it's really hard to overstate how good this case looks. We've shamefully produced enough boxy 3D printed enclosures to know that adding all those little details takes time, but the end result really speaks for itself.
Fan internals, with a look at the custom PCB.
The user interface running on the OLED is also an exceptionally nice touch. Sure the fan doesn't need a graphical display, and [sjm4306] could have saved a lot of time and effort by using a turn-key speed controller, but the push-button configuration complete with graphical indications of fan speed and battery life really give the final product a highly professional feel.
In the video below, [sjm4306] reveals that while the finished product might look great, there were a few bumps in the road. Issues with clearance inside the case made him rethink how things would be wired and mounted, leading to a far more cramped arrangement than he'd anticipated. Part of the problem was that he designed the case first and tried to integrate the electronics later, rather than the other way around; a common pitfall you'd be wise to watch out for.
It's been proven that, without some external input, solder smoke is going to go right in your face. Whether or not you need to do something this complex is naturally up for debate, but if you want to keep all that nasty stuff out of your lungs, you'd do well to outfit your workbench with some kind of fan.
#toolhacks #3dprintedenclosure #fancontroller #fumeextractor #oleddisplay #solderfumeextractor
DIY Fume Extractor Keeps Air Clean While You Solder
Soldering is a key skill to learn when building electronics, but it's also a process that can put out a lot of fumes. The best way to deal with this is to use a fume extractor. Of course, you can always make your own, as [Open Green Energy] ably demonstrates.
The build relies on a 120mm case fan for suction, and it's combined with a activated carbon filter to best capture the harmful fumes from the soldering process. The fan is neatly installed inside a 3D printed enclosure of custom design, which also includes a removable tray which holds the filter material. The fan is run from a DC power supply via a barrel jack, and a basic speed controller is installed to allow the fan to be turned up higher for more suction, or lower to reduce noise.
It's a useful item to have around the home workshop, and it's something that you could easily whip up at home with parts from the junk bin if you're so inclined. The benefit of 3D printing is that you can easily alter the design to suit whatever parts you have on hand.
We've seen a few fume extractor builds over the years, from the simple and basic to the very fancy. Video after the break.
Shop Exhaust Fan Salvaged from Broken Microwave
You don't have to look hard to find a broken microwave. These ubiquitous kitchen appliances are so cheap that getting them repaired doesn't make economical sense for most consumers, making them a common sight on trash day. But is it worth picking one of them up?
The [DuctTape Mechanic] certainly thinks so. In his latest video, he shows how the exhaust fan from a dead microwave can easily and cheaply be adapted to blow smoke and fumes out of your workshop. While it's obviously not going to move as much air as some of the massive shop fans we've covered over the years, if you're working in a small space like he is, it's certainly enough to keep the nasty stuff moving in the right direction. Plus as an added bonus, it's relatively quiet.
Now as you might expect the exact internal components of microwave ovens vary wildly, so there's no guarantee your curbside score is going to have the same fan as this one. But the [DuctTape Mechanic] tries to give a relatively high-level overview of how to liberate the fan, interpret the circuit diagram on the label, and wire it up so you can plug it into the wall and control it with a simple switch. Similarly, how you actually mount the fan in your shop is probably going to be different, though we did particularly like how he attached his to the window using a pair of alligator clips cut from a frayed jumper cable.
Got a donor microwave but not in the market for a impromptu shop fan? No worries. We recently saw a dud microwave reborn as a professional looking UV curing chamber that would be the perfect partner for your resin 3D printer. Or perhaps you'd rather turn it into a desktop furnace capable of melting aluminum, copper, or bronze.
#homehacks #parts #blowerfan #exhaust #fan #fumeextractor #microwave #microwaveoven
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