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Hakko FA400-04 review

A small Hakko bench absorber with an activated carbon filter that takes up to 80% of odors, and an optional filter for 90% of airborne particles.

Modest claims

Up to 80% of odors and up to 90% of particles with the optional filter. That is more candid than 99.97% claims.

Where it fits

It sits at the elbow on a solder bench.

Filters

Filters are easy to replace, on the listing.

Where it earns its place, and where it falls short

Strengths

  • Trusted bench brand
  • Honest percentages
  • Compact

Compromises

  • Not for lasers
  • Particle filter is an extra
  • Limited airflow

Specifications

FilterA1001 activated carbon, standard
OdorUp to 80%
OptionPN 999-198, up to 90% of particles
Power19 W
PositionVertical or flat
Weight3 lb
Amazon ASINB00FZPSEY4

Questions makers ask before buying

Is it a laser extractor?

No. It is sold for soldering smoke.

Can I upgrade the filter?

Yes: PN 999-198, on the listing.

Our score

8.5/ 10

The professional’s small absorber: modest, honest and for solder only.

This one against the other workshop machines

workshop machines from the same category, at nearby prices. Only what all of them publish is shown: a column with holes compares nothing.

Model Price Weight
Hakko FA400-04 $82 3 lb
YIHUA 948DQ-I $34 2.35 lb
KNOKOO FES150S $219 13.32 lb
xTool Desktop Smoke Purifier $249 13.23 lb

What sets the models apart, in workshop machines

  • If price decides: YIHUA 948DQ-I, at $34.
  • Highest Weight in the table: KNOKOO FES150S (13.32 lb).

What use this one answers, among workshop machines

An electronics bench.

Where this model is cited, among our workshop machines guides

Sources

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