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  • 1.  Fume Hoods

    Posted 04-26-2024 09:33
    We are setting up a new R&D lab in PA and we like to know some good recommendations on what type/brand of fume hood to purchase. This fume hood will be used for making up etching solutions and could be a ducted or ductless unit. Thanks
     
     
    Thanks,
     
    Marc DeBruyne
    Process Development Manager
     
    SECO/VACUUM
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  • 2.  RE: Fume Hoods

    Posted 04-29-2024 08:11

    I've used this company for years.  Good quality, very knowledgeable staff. 



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  • 3.  RE: Fume Hoods

    Posted 04-30-2024 10:32

    Marc -

    It really is a function of the amount of time and volume of etchants you plan to use.

    If using small surface-area (<1cm^2) samples in beakers <500mL once or twice a day,

    then you can easily use:

    ACI Plus! Carbon Filter
    ~$160@
     
    FUME-BOX Series Ductless Fume Hood, 
    Configurable as Horizontal or 
    Vertical Flow Version, 115V 60Hz
    ~$1400   from https ductless DOT com   from "Air Science"
    Also, they sell direct and have many distributers.
    However, if  you plan to continuously etch daily and go with
    a ducted fumehood, then I have witnessed ducted installations
    upwards of $100K once EHS, architects, purchase agents, and
    HVAC contractors get involved.
    Save yourself a headache, and get an acid vapor detector from
    Forensics (~$500-$1000).
    regards,
    - Jim


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    James Quinn
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    Stony Brook NY
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