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Welding fume extractors from the BT Weld range, supplied by Bossweld. There are two approaches: the BT Weld EXT-1, a 240V extraction unit that captures fume at the MIG torch nozzle, and the BT Weld EX-10 and EX-30 workshop units, which use a rotating arm to put the intake at the point of fume generation. Fume extraction removes welding fume at the source, and it is one layer of protection alongside ventilation and the right PPE.
What’s in the range
| Model | Type | Power | Airflow | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BT Weld EX-10 | Portable workshop unit, 360 degree arm (150mm x 2m) | 240V, 50Hz, 0.75kW | About 1,200 m³/h (about 800 m³/h at the arm) | One or two stations; easy to move between workstations |
| BT Weld EX-30 | Heavy-duty workshop unit, 360 degree arm (150mm x 3m), automatic reverse-blow filter cleaning | 415V three-phase, 3kW | About 4,200 m³/h (about 3,200 m³/h at the arm) | Fabrication workshops and multiple stations |
| BT Weld EXT-1 with MIG torch | Torch fume extraction unit supplied with a matched MIG torch (24 Style 250A, 36 Style 340A or 501 Style 500A) | 240V, 50Hz, 1.2kW, 10A plug | 200 m³/h | A MIG welder wanting capture at the nozzle with no separate torch purchase |
| BT Weld EXT-1 unit only | Torch fume extraction unit, adjustable suction | 240V | 200 m³/h | Workshops fitting extraction to a torch they already own |
Airflow figures are from the manufacturer’s specifications on each product page.
Choosing a fume extractor
Torch unit or workshop unit
The EXT-1 captures fume at the torch nozzle, so the extraction point moves with the arc. It suits a welder doing regular MIG work. Its adjustable suction lets you set the airflow without disturbing shielding gas coverage. If you buy the unit only, check that it suits your torch before you order, and contact us with your torch model if you are unsure. The EX-10 and EX-30 use a rotating arm that you position near the weld, which suits changing weld positions and processes where a torch-mounted system is not an option.
EX-10 or EX-30
The EX-10 is a portable 240V unit that plugs into a standard power point, with a two-stage filter. The EX-30 moves about three times the air, has a three-stage filter and needs a 415V three-phase supply, so confirm that is available at the bench before ordering. Choose by the number of stations and the volume of fume you produce.
Filters
Filters are consumable. The EXT-1 uses a replaceable PET cartridge (part 681011), and the EX-10 has manual filter cleaning. Check the filter regularly and replace or clean it as the manufacturer directs, particularly on stainless or galvanised work where fume loads are heavier.
Always check the data sheet
Airflow, filter efficiency, power supply and torch compatibility are set out on each product page. Fume extraction does not replace the respiratory protection your site or procedure requires. Your risk assessment and regulator guidance decide what controls you need. For more detail, see our workshop ventilation and fume extraction guide.
Related ranges
- Respiratory protection — including Tecmen PAPR helmets
- Welding helmets and welding gloves
- Welding safety equipment
- Welding — machines, consumables and accessories
- BT Weld and Bossweld
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Fume extractor FAQs
Do I need a fume extractor for MIG or TIG welding?
Welding fume is a health hazard, and removing it at the source is one of the most effective controls. Whether you need extraction depends on your process, the materials and your workplace risk assessment, so follow your regulator’s guidance. Extraction does not replace respiratory protection where your procedure requires it.
What is the difference between the EX-10 and the EX-30?
Both are workshop units with a 360 degree rotating arm. The EX-10 is a portable 240V, 0.75kW unit moving about 1,200 m³/h through a two-stage filter. The EX-30 is a 415V three-phase, 3kW unit moving about 4,200 m³/h through a three-stage filter, with automatic reverse-blow cleaning.
How is the EXT-1 different from the workshop units?
The EXT-1 captures fume at the MIG torch nozzle rather than through a separate arm, so the extraction point moves with the arc. It moves 200 m³/h, with adjustable suction.
Can I buy the EXT-1 without a MIG torch?
Yes. The EXT-1 unit is sold on its own for workshops that already have a torch, and as a package with a matched MIG torch. Check the unit suits your torch before ordering, and contact us with your torch model if you are unsure.
Do these units need single-phase or three-phase power?
The EX-10 and both EXT-1 options run on 240V. The EX-30 needs a 415V three-phase supply, so confirm that is available at the bay before ordering.
How often does the filter need replacing?
It depends on the process and material. Filters are consumable, so inspect them regularly and replace or clean them as the manufacturer directs. Stainless, galvanised and flux-cored work generally loads a filter faster. The EXT-1 cartridge is part 681011.