Binzel FES c/w xFume 36 4m

This Fume Extraction Unit – the Binzel FES c/w xFume 36 4m – is made for demanding day-to-day use.

Binzel xFume Welding Fume Extraction

On torch High Vacuum (HV) at source extraction

Benefits  Control of welding fume at the source.  Reduction of airborne particles in the workplace.  Lowers contamination of the workplace (offices, ceilings, racks, and shelving) also items that may be dispatched to other locations contaminated with harmful dust particles.  Improved visibility for the operator, greater service life for welding helmet cover lenses and PAPR filters. Limitations  Capture rates vary depending on weld position, torch angle and machine set up.  Most videos and high capture rate claims are based on a fillet weld where fume naturally travels up and into the nozzle. Vertical up, overhead, and vertical down will result in lower capture rates. How much once again depends on many variables be it machine set up or the operator to consistently maintain position and angle of the torch.  Shielding gas flow can be affected in confined areas where the suction is greater than the available atmosphere. The torches have a slide mounted on the handle to reduce suction slightly and alternate suction nozzles are also available.  If a customer is switching from a high amperage gas cooled torch to an extraction torch, duty cycle must be considered e.g. the maximum duty cycle of a Binzel Pro36 torch is 300A @ 60% on mixed gas, non-pulse. It isn't possible for us to rate a gas cooled torch of any model at 100% due to many variables including pulse welding. While it is true the flow of air through a fume extraction torch can assist in cooling it, this is also variable on torch position and temperature of the material being welded as the radiant heat generated by the arc and material will have a large effect on the temperature of the air being drawn in. We can give liquid cooled xFume torches (Pro501) and a liquid cooled conversion package of cooler, hoses, and coolant however this may not always be an option for those running suitcase feeders of long cable lengths back to the power source.

 A percentage of welding fume is created by spatter as it travels through the air. Reducing spatter by correct machine set-up, material preparation and wire choice will all assist with this, and lower post weld clean up.  Shielding gas flow be it to low or, to high will affect the extraction process. It is recommended to have a flowmeter (191.0003 or similar) to check the true flow at the torch nozzle. Examples of regulator flowmeters showing 25lpm but less than 10lpm at the nozzle due to a leak or a faulty flowmeter is not uncommon. If the shielding gas flow is too high (20lpm +) the flow of gas from the nozzle will cause the fume to disperse before it can be captured by the torch. There is also the possibility of the turbulence created by the high flow drawing air into the weld pool resulting in porosity.  Welding of oil contaminated materials, industrial-strength and other oil or wax based anti- spatter compounds (including canola oil) will affect filter life as the oily residue can cause dust to bind together making filter cleaning extremely hard.  Where possible, ceramic spray (i.e. 192.0228.1) or water based anti-spatter (192.0238.1, 192.0240.1 or 192.0315.1) should be used sparingly.

Binzel on torch extraction systems

FES PRO_M296_GB_FES-200_W3_WEB_2.pdf (binzel-abicor.com)  240V 10A  Single torch or funnel  Suction hose up to 11m (5m standard)  Carbonissed gas filters (for chromium, stainless steel etc) optional  Automatic start stop (sepperate cable and caliper)  Cleanable (requires attachemant to dry, clean compressed air)  Dimensions 630mm long x 210mm wide x 590mm high. Weight 23kg. FEC PRO_A083_EN_FEC_WEB.pdf (binzel-abicor.com)  240V 10A  Cyclone technology for particle pre-separation to protect the filter surface – reduced cleaning intervals (requires attachemant to dry, clean compressed air)  Single torch or funnel  Carbonissed gas filters (for chromium, stainless steel etc) optional  Suction hose up to 11m (5m standard)  Automatic start stop integrated into the unit (sepperate cable and caliper optional)  Large soft cushion wheels appropriate for varying work sites.  Strong plastic case  Dimensions 590mm long x 425mm wide x 825mm high. Weight 25kg. xFume Advanced PRO_A088_EN_Datenblatt_xFUME_ADVANCED_EU_WEB.pdf (binzel-abicor.com)  240V 15A  Single or dual MIG torch, single or dual TIG torch, MIG torch and funnel (well suited to galvanissed tube or RHS) single or dual funnel.  Carbonissed gas filters (for chromium, stainless steel etc) fitted standard  5m suction hose standard. Dual suction hose to 15m, single suction hose to 30m.  Automatic start stop using sepperate cable and caliper.  Self cleaning filters (requires attachemant to dry, clean compressed air)  Dimensions 370mm long x 370mm wide x 900mm high) Weight 40kg.

xFume Pro PRO_E001_EN_xFUME_Catalouge_1_4_WEB.pdf (binzel-abicor.com)

 Current generation torches 20% lighter, 10% improved duty cycles for gas cooled torches.  Conforms to standard DIN EN ISO 21904  Supplied in 24 (250A @ 60%) 36 (300A @ 60%) and 501 liquid cooled (450A @ 100%) Duty cycles on mixed gas and non pulse.  Standard 3, 4 & 5m lengths  Regular Binzel contact tips (M6 24, M8 36 & 501) and liners  Pro36 and Pro501 share identical front end spares, reduced inventory of spare parts xFume Pro AUT PRO_E003_EN_xFUME_AUT_WEB.pdf (binzel-abicor.com)  xFume Pro is also available as an AUT torch for use on welding tractors RAB Grip HE2 PRO_M316_EN_RAB_GRIP_HE_2_WEB.pdf (binzel-abicor.com)  Supplied in 24 (220A @ 60%) 36 (270A @ 60%) and 501 liquid cooled (450A @ 100%) Duty cycles on mixed gas and non pulse.  Standard 3, 4 & 5m lengths  Standard MB24, MB36 and MB501 front ends  Significantly heavier than xFume Pro torches xFume Robo PRO_E001_EN_xFUME_Catalouge_1_4_WEB.pdf (binzel-abicor.com)  Available for Binzel robotic torch necks on both standard and hollow wrist robots.

xFume TIG xFUME® TIG (binzel-abicor.com) While TIG welding doesn't create the levels of fume associated with MIG welding it is still extremely important that the emissions are controlled, particularly stainless steel as chromium burns off as a gas that may be invisible to the eye but is extremely dangerous.  Supplied in 150A gas cooled and 260A liquid cooled in 4m & 8m  Limited control options available  Flex head model due late 2025

Low Vacuum (LV) Hood systems

Benefits  May be used with MIG, TIG and stick welding.  No change of existing torch.  Arm lengths up to 4m allow for movement of the hood around the work area.  Relatively low-cost option

Limitations  At its most effective when used up to 400mm directly above the point welding is taking place.  Needs to be moved as the point of welding is moved.  Fume capture will be affected by airflow through the work area created by drafts of fans etc. This can be improved by placid the hood nearer the work piece if it is possible and safe to do so.  Systems with non-cleanable filters, small capacity filters or those that are not available with a prefilter may not be a viable option for heavier applications.  As with any filter be it for on torch, hood or PAPR helmets, filter life will be affected capturing fumes from the welding of materials contaminated with oil. Binzel Hood extraction system