Getting Started with the WSA350 Smoke Absorber from Weller

Introduction to the WSA350


Here at DigiKey our Electronic Technicians have access to workspaces to allow for projects, learning, and other activities. One concern was if we were to be soldering at these benches how would we address the presence of solder fumes. We decided to place one of these on each of benches. Since these are not far from the working environment of others, we wanted to make sure the amount of noise would be within acceptable levels. Since test data was not available, we tested it for ourselves.

Check below for information regarding that data as well as what is in the box as well as available accessories.

Product Details

Mfr Apex Tool Group
Series Weller®
Mfr Part Number WSA350
Package Box
Product Status Active
Type Bench Top
Voltage - Input 120V
Features ESD Safe
Includes Filter
Weight 4.2 lbs (1.9 kg)

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Opening the Box


Inside the box

Part Number Description Quantity
WSA350 Benchtop Smoke Absorber x 1
WSA350F Carbon filters x 3
Instructions x1


Testing Noise Levels

Noise testing was performed at DigiKey using an Extech 407768. Our testing results are in the table below.

Please note that this information is intended to give people a rough idea what to expect. Any competing documentation from the supplier should be treated as the “more correct” source of information.

Measurements

Distance Sound Level (dB)
1ft 70dB
3ft (~1 meter) 61dB
6ft (~2 meter) 57dB
Sound floor 54db

Decibel (Loudness) Comparison Chart

Environmental Noise Measurement
Telephone dial tone 80dB
Normal Conversation (3-5’) 60-70dB
Whisper Quiet Library 30dB
Weakest sound heard 0dB

Accessories

Weller Benchtop Smoke Absorber Replacement Filters

  • Note: The filter must be changed regularly to ensure effective cleaning of the air.

Mfr Apex Tool Group
Series Weller®
Mfr Part Number WSA350F
Package Box
Product Status Active
Type Bench Top
Voltage - Input 120V
Features ESD Safe
Includes Filter
Weight 4.2 lbs (1.9 kg)

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Changing the filter


Product Performance Demonstration

Weller Product Detail Page


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