Science Purchase SMOKE / FUME ABSORBER (Table Top Model)

Works fine, keeps the soldering aria clear of smoke.

I've seen these fume extractors selling for more money. So I wasn't really attracted to buying one since I don't do solder work every day. But when I saw this one selling for a more reasonable price I looked a bit closer.It seems to be exactly like the other ones that sell for more money. Something I've learned with other tools is that you can often buy the same exact tool, one being a name brand and the other being generic, and they both come out of China. Probably even the same factory in many cases. The only difference is the mark-up.I like the configuration of the stand on this model. Other models I've seen look more prone to tipping. This one doesn't budge when set in place. It's also sturdy, reasonably quiet and vibration free. The extra filters were a nice touch.I think it was money well spent adding this to my soldering kit. Solder fumes are definitely not something you want to be breathing in or getting in your eyes.

Works well so long as it is above and very close to what you are soldering, but if what you are soldering is raised more than a few inches it doesn't get any fumes.

Bought this to put over an opening in a laser engraver cabinet to wash the burning wood fumes. Air flow is great, but the carbon filter is useless. Fumes passing through the unit are just as bad as no filter at all. Waited too long to return it, so I guess it is landfill.

Prefer the adjustable leg one. But this one works for soldering on table, need to hold the fan very close.