Solder Fume Extractor- Final Project

Solder Fume Extractor- Final Project

Most of these parts came from things I had around the house.

Materials

MaterialMy Source
Wooden Cigar BoxAround the house
Fan 5vLaptop Cooling Pad
FilterThrift Store $1 for 20 pieces
SwitchCut from USB light from Thrift Store
LEDHome Stash-Previous project
Resistor 1.5k ohmHome Stash-Previous project
WiresHome Stash-Previous project
BeltHome Stash- my closet
Screws-small blocks of woodHome Stash
Button to finish LEDHome Stash-from clothing
Faux wood plastic tilesHome Depot tile samples
Small Magnets/Washers for securing filterHome Stash
Grill (back)Metal mesh stationery holder

Tools


Drill (top hole for LED, starter holes for screws to secure belt handle) Hammer/chisel (remove back from cigar box)
Screwdriver
Hot glue gun
Soldering iron
Scissors

Directions

Test fan with Soldering iron to see if smoke is extracted.
Cut back from cigar box using chisel device.
Drill holes in cigar box for LED
Place and glue guide blocks to provide housing for filter
Cut belt to provide handle
Screw belt to housing
Route switch, LED wires (led legs through button hole)
Solder switch, LED, Fan
Cut filter to rest inside box
Position Velcro to secure filter

Dimensions

Dimensions:
Cigar Box Housing 5.8 x 4.7 x 3.6 wall thickness .3
Fan 2.75 x 2.75 x .6
Filter – Cut to size

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Linda Sabella

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