No-cost fume extractor

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No-cost fume extractor
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Here’s a simple solder fume filter/fan made from a plastic CD spool case, aquarium filter material, and some scrounged electronics.

Fume Extractor [via the Make: Flickr Pool]

4 thoughts on “No-cost fume extractor

  1. Marc de Vinck says:

    Wow, I love it. Thanks for sharing!

  2. Gareth Branwyn says:

    I love the handle/stand. It also holds the fan in place with spring-tension. Very cool.

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Gareth Branwyn is a freelance writer and the former Editorial Director of Maker Media. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books on technology, DIY, and geek culture. He is currently a contributor to Boing Boing, Wink Books, and Wink Fun. His free weekly-ish maker tips newsletter can be found at garstipsandtools.com.

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