Description

DIY Fume Extraction Arm – Free CAD Design for Workshop Use

 Build Your Own Suction Arm for Welding or Soldering Fumes

This project provides completely free CAD plans for a compact, articulated fume extraction arm, perfect for workshops, welding stations, soldering benches, or CNC enclosures. The design is fully mechanical – no motors, just smart geometry and workshop-friendly components.

This DIY extraction arm project can be easily mounted on a wall, bench, or fume hood and adjusted to direct airflow exactly where it’s needed.

What’s Included in This Free Download?

◾ Full 3D assembly model (Autodesk Inventor 2014)

◾ Neutral formats: STEP, STL, and DWF

◾ Complete 2D DWG working drawings + ready-to-print PDF

◾ Designed for steel tubing, brackets, joints, pivots

◾ Optimized for lightweight use – fume, dust, vapor

◾  Includes BOM with dimensions, tube specs, and tolerances

Where This Fume Extractor Arm Works Best

Whether you’re a hobby welder, electronics tinkerer, or workshop pro, this welding fume extraction arm design gives you total control over placement and airflow – without breaking the bank.

Use it with any shop fan, filter unit, or ventilation pipe.

Key Benefits

◾ Compact and customizable

◾ Rotating and tilting joints

◾ Mountable to bench, wall, or portable station

◾ No electricity needed – purely mechanical

◾ Ideal for local extraction in tight spaces

Internal Links:

◾ Welding Fixture Rotating Table – for pro welding setups

◾ DIY Scissor Lift Table – ergonomic lifting for workshops

External Links:

◾ Scan2CAD – Convert or edit CAD files

◾ Model Engineer Forum – Share your fume arm build

◾ GrabCad – Explore similar extractor projects

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