The Pixel Pump Starter Kit is a set containing the Pixel Pump, a pack of SMD Magazines, and a convenient SMD Magazine Rail. This kit equips you with everything you need for efficient vacuum pumping, organized component storage, and streamlined workflow.
ThePixel Pumpis an open source vacuum pump for manual SMT assembly. It comes with a comfortable pen, a foot pedal, RGB LED buttons, and has a variety of features that make hand assembly a lot more fun. It’s the perfect companion for manual SMT soldering applications, from individual prototypes to small-production runs.
Get the secondary foot pedal if you want to maximize your pick and place efficiency.
Features & Specifications
Comfortable pen that holds different vacuum needles
Comes with a set of five different nozzles suitable for most SMT component packages
Small, flexible and heat resistant silicone hose connecting the pen and the Pixel Pump
Variable and strong vacuum that allows for picking very small and large components
Magnetic base for the pen
Tactile RGB silicone button interface
Foot pedal for triggering the pump
Optional second foot pedal for even cooler things like iBOM remote control
Adjustable High/Low power settings
Adjustable LED brightness
Reverse mode that creates a pressure instead of a vacuum - used for cleaning the nozzle
Vacuum relief valve for quick depressurization so the part falls down immediately
Easy software updates via USB-C
Small and compact so it does not use up much space on your workbench
