Metcal VFX-1000 Fume Extractor Configuration and Product Guide
Why Fume Extraction?
Solder smoke is more than just an irritant. It can reduce worker productivity through a loss of concentration and fatigue. These and other health concerns, occupational asthma as an example, may be a result of exposure to solder fumes during the production process. As an employer, you are responsible for properly managing the health risks associated with solder fumes, and take appropriate precautionary measures. Solder fume extraction is a simple way to manage the risks to employees and your organization
Solder Fume Composition
| Particulates, 95% | Gases, 5%: Acetone Methyl Alcohol Formaldehyde |
Carbon Dioxide Diterpene Acid Carbon Monoxide Isopropyl Alcohol |
 Headache |
 Eye Irritation |
 Sore Throat |
 Nose Bleeds |
 Dermatitis & Acne |
 Occupational Asthma & Respiratory Irritation |
Systems
VFX-1000-H
VFX-1000 with HEPA Filter
VFX-1000-G
VFX-1000 with Deep Bed Gas Filter
Technical Specifications
| Volume Fume Extraction System | |
| Ambient Operating Temperature | 10 to 40°C |
| Maximum Enclosure Temperature | 55°C |
| Input Line Voltage | 100-240 VAC, grounded circuit |
| Output Frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Power | 12.5 amps / 1.1 kW |
| Noise | <54dBA |
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Airflow/Pressure |
350 m3 /hr / 96 mbar (206 CFm / 96 mbar) |
| Certification / Marking | TUV, CE |
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Dimensions w x d x h |
590 x 375 x 415 mm 23.2 x 14.8 x 16.3” |
| Weight | 35 Kgs (77 lbs) |
The selection of the fume capture device should be guided by your application and work habits.
System performance is a function of the following factors and will decrease if
- Hose Diameters decrease
- Length of ducting increases
- Number of 900 bend increases
- Number of arms increases
All exhaust arms are made of ESD material and are supplied with appropriate mounting accessories. The design allows for mounting the arms to a variety of surfaces.
| Nozzle Selection | |
| Round/Funnel | Point and small area extraction for • Soldering • Gluing/Bonding • Laser marking Fumes |
| Oval | Point extraction for • Soldering under a microscope • Laser marking Fumes |
| Rectangular | Area extraction for • Soldering • Gluing/Bonding • Solder Pots • Solvent Vapors |
| Large Rectangular/ Large Hood | Large area extraction for • Soldering of large boards • Large Solder Pots • Gluing/Bonding • Solvent Vapors |
| Plenum/Funnel | Area extraction for • Soldering • Gluing/Bonding • Solder Pots • Solvent Vapors |
| Cabinet | Area extraction for • Volatile gases • Toxic gases • Odours |
| Configure your System | ||||
| 1 | Determine # of Users and Application Requirement | |||
| 2 | Select System VFX-1000-H, Fume Extraction with HEPA Filter VFX-1000-G, Fume Extraction with Deep Bed Gas Filter |
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| 3 | Select Arm(s) or Cabinet | |||
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| 5 | Select optional accessories, as needed |
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Fume Extraction Cabinet CABINET |
| Fume extraction cabinets are recommended for the capture of volatile gases and strong odors. |
| AC-VFX-CAB-75 | Fume Extraction Cabinet with LED lighting & 2 x 75 mm Dia, 1.5 m length hoses and 2x hose clamps |
| ADAPTER |
| AC-VFX-75X75 | Hose Connector 75 mm Dia. |
| ACCESSORIES |
| Hose 75 mm Dia. 2.5 m length |
| Technical Data |
| Dimensions (HxWXD) | 350 x 540 x 360 mm (13.4” x 21.3” x 14.7”) |
| Opening Dimensions | 315 x 540 mm (12.4” x 12.3”) |
| Configuration |
| 2 ports per unit |
1 x AC-VFX-HS7525 per port |
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32MM Arms ARMS |
| AC-VFX-ARM-32F | 32 mm Dia. Arm, 650 mm long w/rnd funnel, blk |
| AC-VFX-ARM-32N | 32 mm Dia. Arm, 650 mm long w/oval nozzle, blk |
| ADAPTER/HOSE KITS |
| AC-VFX-HK75 | Hose Kit with 75 mm Dia. to 50 mm Dia. adapter |
| Configuration | Adapter/Hose Kit | ||
| Up to 7 arms per system Up to 4 arms per port |
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50MM Arms ARMS |
| AC-VFX-ARM-RF | 50 mm Dia. Arm, 650 mm long w/rnd funnel, blk |
| AC-VFX-ARM-PF | 50 mm Dia. Arm, 650 mm long w/ plenum/funnel, blk |
| AC-VFX-ARM-LF | 50 mm Dia. Arm, 650 mm long w/rnd funnel, LED, blk |
| ADAPTER/HOSE KITS |
| AC-VFX-HK75 | Hose Kit with 75 mm Dia. to 50 mm Dia. adapter |
| ACCESSORIES |
| AC-VFX-HS7525 | Hose 75 mm Dia. 2.5 m length |
| Configuration | Adapter/Hose Kit | ||
| Up to 5 arms per system Up to 4 arms per port |
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Example Configuration:
- VFX-1000-H
- 4 AC-VFX-ARM-RF
- 4 AC-VFX-HK75
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63MM Arms ARMS |
| AC-VFX-ARM-ORN | Omniflex Arm with Rectangular Nozzle, 63 mm Dia. hose (1m), bracket, C-clamps & hose clamp |
| AC-VFX-ARM-OTN | Omniflex Arm with Oval Nozzle 63 mm Dia. hose (1m), bracket, C-clamps & hose clamp |
| AC-VFX-ARM-OLH | Omniflex Arm with Large Hood, 63 mm Dia. hose (1m), bracket, C-clamps & hose clamp |
| ADAPTER/HOSE KITS |
| AC-VFX-HK7563 | Hose Kit with 2m hose and 75 mm Dia. to 63 mm Dia. adapter |
| ACCESSORIES |
| AC-VFX-YAD63 | Y Adapter, 63 mm Dia. with Hose (305 mm) and 3x hose clamps |
| Q-AD426530 | Replacement nozzle – Rectangular - 150 x 88 mm |
| Q-AD426550 | Replacement nozzle – Tapered |
| Q-AD426560 | Replacement nozzle – Large Hood - 350 x 212 mm |
| AC1101 | Damper for Omniflex Arm | AC1102 | Omniflex Arm Extension 30 cm |
| CH0251 | Connection Hose 2.5m x 63 mm Dia. with hose clamps |
CH0252 | Connection Hose 3.5 m x 63 mm Dia. with hose Clamps |
| CH0253 | Connection Hose 7.5m x 63 mm Dia. with hose clamps |
AC2025 | 63 mm dia. Y Adapter |
| Configuration | Adapter/Hose Kit |
| Up to 4 arms per system Up to 2 arms per VFX port |
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 Omniflex arm AC-VFX-ARM-XXX |
Example Configuration:
- VFX-1000-G
- 2 AC-VFX-ARM-OTN
- 1 AC-VFX-HK7563
- 1 AC-VFX-YAD63
| AC-VFX-HK75 |
| Description | QTY | ||
| 1 | AC-VFX-HK75CONN Arm Connection Receptacle with Seal and Hardware |
1 |  |
| 2 | AC-VFX-HK75BRK Bracket with 2 clamps |
1 |  |
| 3 | AC-VFX-HK75RED 50-40 Reducer |
1 |  |
| 4 | AC-VFX-HK75HC Hose Clamp |
1 |  |
| 5 | AC-VFX-HK75CL 50 mm Hose Clip |
4 |  |
| 6 | AC-VFX-HK75H50 50 mm Flexible Hose, 1m |
1 |  |
| 7 | AC-VFX-HK75H75 75 mm Flexible Hose, 2.5m |
1 |  |
| 8 | AC-VFX-HK75TCONN 75x50x75 mm T Connector and Cover |
1 |  |
| 9 | AC-VFX-HK75CAP 75mm Cap |
1 |  |
| 10 | AC-VFX-HK75CUFF75 75mm Connection Cuff |
2 | Not Shown |
| 11 | AC-VFX-HK75CUFF50 50mm Connection Cuff |
1 | Not Shown |
Replacement Filters
AC-VFX-FIL-PRE
| Deep Pleat Pre-Filter Specification |
| Surface Media Area | 6m2 approx. |
| Fiilter Media | Glass Fibre |
| Filter Media Construction | Folded |
| Filter Efficiency | F8 (95% @ 0.9 microns) |
AC-VFX-FIL-HEPA
| Combined HEPA Filter Specification |
| HEPA Filter Media | Glass Fibre |
| HEPA Media Construction | Maxi Pleat Construcution with Webbing Spacers |
| Gas Filter | Treated Activated Carbon |
| Filter Housing | Zintec Mild Steel |
| Filter Efficiency | 99.997% @ 0.3 microns |
AC-VFX-FIL-GAS
| Deep Bed Gas Filter Specification |
| Gas Filter | Activated Carbon |
| Filter Housing | Zintec Mild Steel |
| Filter Efficiency | 99.997% @ 0.3 microns |
