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Flex - Extraction arm - Plymovent
Flex extraction arm with welding fume
Flex extraction arm with NEC extension crane
Flex - Extraction arm - Plymovent
Flex extraction arm with welding fume
Flex extraction arm with NEC extension crane
Extraction arms

Flex

The Flex is a plastic, flexible extraction arm for all kinds of dry welding activities, like MIG/MAG, TIG, stick, electrode and spot welding.

Features
  • For low to standard number of position changes
  • Easy/light operation
  • Reach from 2 up to 4 m

The Flex is a flexible extraction arm used to extract welding fume

The Flex arm offers a solution for a wide range of welding areas. The arm consists of two fixed, impact-resistant synthetic components, with the EasyLift system incorporated in the hinges. This ensures easy movement of the extraction arm.

The Flex is available in arms from 2 up to 4 m in length and has an extraction capacity of 600 - 1600 m3/h. The Flex arm can be combined with a FAN-28 fan. The Flex is suitable for both mobile and stationary welding fume extraction systems.

Recommended for

  • Maintenance and production welding
  • Workbench applications

Features

  • EasyLift system unlocks friction system of the arm middle hinge and allows light friction-fee lifting of the arm
  • RotaHood 360 degree friction free rotatable extraction hood for easy positioning
  • Light impact resistant industrial plastic tubes
  • Standard Ø 200 mm smooth tubes to allow high capacity against low pressure drop

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Flex-2 m can be combined with

  • FAN-28
    Welding processes with light to medium intensity

Stationary filter units:

  • SFD
    Stationary filter unit with a disposable filter used for light-duty or maintenance applications.
     
  • SFS
    Stationary filter unit with a self-cleaning filter used for medium dry welding applications.

Flex-3 m and Flex-4 m can be combined with; 

  • FlexMax
    Extension crane that can extend the reach by 1.5, 2.5, 3.5 or 4.5 meter. The maximum reach with the FlexMax is 8.5 m.

Fans:

  • FAN-28
    Welding processes with light to medium intensity.
     
  • FAN-42
    Welding processes with medium to high-intensity.

Mobile filter units:

  • MFD
    A mobile welding fume extractor with disposable filter used for regular dry welding.
     
  • MFS
    A mobile welding fume extractor with self-cleaning filter used for intense dry welding.

Stationary filter units:

  • SFD
    Stationary filter unit with a disposable filter used for light-duty or maintenance applications.
     
  • SFS
    Stationary filter unit with a self-cleaning filter used for medium dry welding applications.

Step up your game against welding fume with one of these options

  • Flex-2
    Arm length of 2 m, suitable for stationary welding fume extraction systems only.
     
  • Flex-3
    Arm length of 3 m, suitable for mobile and stationary welding fume extraction systems.
     
  • Flex-4
    Arm length of 4 m, suitable for mobile and stationary welding fume extraction systems.

Looking for an extraction arm suitable for low ceilings and more intensive use? Click here to see the big brother of the Flex; the UltraFlex

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Physical dimensions and properties

Diameter
203 mm (8 in.)
Material
tube and hood
polypropylene copolymere with UV stabilization
hoses
glass fibre reinforced PVC + metal springs
throat
ABS
handle, rim and grid
nylon, glass fibre reinforced
Max. temperature (continuously)
tube and hood
80°C (176°F)
hoses
80°C (176°F)
throat
80°C (176°F)
handle, rim and grid
95°C (203°F)
Colour
tube and hood
yellow RAL 1028
hoses
grey RAL 7024

Performance

Airflow
max. 1600 m3/h (942 CFM)

Ambient conditions

Operating temperature
min.
5°C (41°F)
nom.
20°C (68°F)
max.
45°C (113°F)
Max. relative humidity
80%
Outdoor use allowed
no
Storage conditions
5-45°C (41-113°F)
relative humidity max. 80%

Flex-2

Weight (net)
15 kg (33 lbs)
Product combinations
TNB
wall bracket
TNB + FAN-14
wall bracket + fan
TNB + FAN-28
wall bracket + fan
Available options
WL
working light
WL+AST
working light + automatic start/stop
Scope of supply
Extraction arm - Hood - Rotating hinge (flange, collar, spring) - Hose 50 cm - Hose 165 cm - Bush (3) - Connection flange - Hardware
Order information
Article number
7925270090
Number/package
1
Shipping data
Gross weight
20,5 kg (45 lbs)
Packing dimensions
160 x 30 x 45 cm (63 x 11.8 x 17.7 in.)
Max. number/pallet
6
Harmonized Tariff Code
8421.9900.99
Country of origin
the Netherlands

Flex-3

Weight (net)
15 kg (33 lbs)
Product combinations
NMB
wall bracket
NMB + FAN-28
wall bracket + fan
NMB + FAN-42
wall bracket + fan
NEC-2/4
extension crane
NEC-2/4 + FAN-42
extension crane + fan
MFD, MFS, MFE
mobile unit
Available options
WL
working light
WL+AST
working light + automatic start/stop
Scope of supply
Extraction arm - Hood - Rotating hinge (flange, collar, spring) - Hose 50 cm - Bush (4) - Hardware
Order information
Article number
7925160090
Number/package
1
Shipping data
Gross weight
20,5 kg (45 lbs)
Packing dimensions
160 x 30 x 45 cm (63 x 11.8 x 17.7 in.)
Max. number/pallet
6
Harmonized Tariff Code
8421.9900.99
Country of origin
the Netherlands

Flex-4

Weight (net)
17 kg (37.5 lbs)
Product combinations
NMB
wall bracket
NMB + FAN-28
wall bracket + fan
NMB + FAN-42
wall bracket + fan
NEC-2/4
extension crane
NEC-2/4 + FAN-42
extension crane + fan
MFD, MFS, MFE
mobile unit
Available options
WL
working light
WL+AST
working light + automatic start/stop
Scope of supply
Extraction arm - Hood - Rotating hinge (flange, collar, spring) - Hose 50 cm - Bush (4) - Hardware
Order information
Article number
7925210090
Number/package
1
Shipping data
Gross weight
23 kg (50.5 lbs)
Packing dimensions
210 x 30 x 45 cm (82.7 x 11.8 x 17.7 in.)
Max. number/pallet
6
Harmonized Tariff Code
8421.9900.99
Country of origin
the Netherlands
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Flex-2 Product Data Sheet EN

Product data sheet
en

Flex-3 Product Data Sheet EN

Product data sheet
en

Flex-4 Product Data Sheet EN

Product data sheet
en

Flex-2 Manual EN

Manual
en

Flex-3/4 Manual EN

Manual
en

Extraction Arms Brochure EN

Brochure
en

Flex CE Declaration EN

Certificate
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The Flex is in accordance with the following directives:

  • 2006/42/EC – Machinery Directive

Harmonised Standard:

  • EN ISO 12100:2010 - Safety of machinery - General principles for design - Risk assessment and risk reduction

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