Fume Extraction Arm UK

A fume extraction arm extracts smoke, dust and gases directly at their source, in order to minimize risks of contamination. Without a fume extraction arm, air pollutants, dust, gas and smoke, can cause damage to machinery as well as hazards to people. Higher quality extraction arms are made of acid proof stainless steel to avoid corrosion from acidic fumes. It is usually necessary to buy a wall bracket, parallelogram arms, handle, hood, damper, nuts and bolts and washers in order to fit a fume extraction arm into a fume cabinet or working area.

A common practice for a fume extraction arm is for it to be grounded all the way from the hood to the wall. In addition, they are often fitted with an anti-static grounded hose, so the fume extraction arm will be safe for explosive experiments. The arm surfaces are also usually polished for easy disinfection with chemicals. Hydraulically suspended arms are also used to make movement and use of the fume extraction arm easier.