The professionally designed automatic fuming chamber
eliminates reliance on do- it-yourself systems that lack
user-safety allowances and microprocessor controls
needed for repeatable results.
The Safefume system controls all functions from
start-to -finish, permitting the investigator to initiate a n
unattended automatic cycle, establish the proper fuming
intensity and duration, and to return upon completion
to collect results.
Fuming time, humidity and chamber fume evacuation
can be user-set to comply with internal department
criteria, lab safety protocols or best practices
in evidence management.
Safefume CA30S and CA60T. CA30S
shown with optional UV lamp.
APPLICATIONS
• State and Federal
Crime Laboratories
• Crime Scene
Investigation
• Law Enforcement
Agencies
• Medical Examiners’
Programs
• Criminal Justice
Education
INTRODUCTION
Safefume™ cyanoacrylate fuming
chambers are designed to safely
develop latent fingerprints using ethyl
cyanoacrylate (CNA) vapor in a
controlled environment for optimum
effectiveness and safety where
moisture and fuming time are
critical factors. The tamper resistant
compartment helps maintain the
chain of custody. The unique
Air Science Multiplex™ filtration system,
together with professional design
and unique construction features offer
personnel protection during use.
The ductless filtration system requires
no connection to an outside exhaust
system. The automatic control system
programs the fuming cycle. A versatile
system of hanging rods and shelves
allows proper positioning of items
of evidence in the chamber.
DUCTLESS
TECHNOLOGY:
The Eco-friendly
Choice
Advanced carbon
filtration technology
offers a safe, high
performance alternative
to ducted cabinets
for cyanoacrylate
fingerprint development
applications.
• Environmental Benefits. Safefume
cyanoacrylate fuming
chambers capture
cyanoacrylate vapors
used in the process
to prevent operator
exposure and
eliminate ecological
impact through
release into the
environment.
• Versatile. The filtration
system uses the
exclusive Air Science
Multiplex filtration
technology.
• Easy to Install.
Safefume chambers
are self-contained.
Set-up, operation and
filter maintenance are
straightforward.
• Energy Efficient.
Because filtered air
is returned to the room,
no demands are
required of the facility
HVAC capacity for
make-up air.
• Cost Effective. Facility
ductwork, HVAC and
construction costs are
eliminated.
• Safe to Use. Cabinet
isolation and filtration
protect users from
incidental exposures to
cyanoacrylate fumes.
• Self Testing.
Electronic process
monitoring assures
continuous safety.
An optional electronic
gas sensor monitors
carbon filter
performance.
This Product Exceeds OSHA, ANSI and Other International Standards.
A. Filter I.D. Window: A strategically placed front cover
window shows the installed filter part number and installation date for convenience and to encourage timely filter
replacement.
B. Filter Door Key: Filter access keys prevent unauthorized
removal or accidental exposure to dirty filters.
C. Track & Wheel System: An efficient filter clamping
mechanism allows removal of main filter(s) directly to
disposal bag with track and wheel system.
D. Electrostatic Pre-Filter: The 99.5% effective electrostatic
pre-filter protects and extends the life of the main filter and
can be changed without tools while unit is running to prevent
operator exposure to captured contaminants.
E. Dynamic Filtration Chamber: The dynamic filter chamber
prevents leakage of contaminated air by maintaining partial
vacuum in the filter plenum.
F. Control Panel: The microprocessor control panel
manages the Printbuster™ Pro operating sequence with control,
oversight and display of all processing functions. The LCD
display works with a touchpad data entry keypad to establish
all operating parameters.
G. Doors: Tempered glass, keyed doors with aluminum frame
and tamper proof seal, provide improved security, stability and
ease of cleaning. (scratch-resistant glass for lasting optimum
visibility).
H. Shelving: Standard height units include one shelf in a fixed
position. Extra tall units include one shelf that is repositionable
to fit two configurations.
I. Fan: High velocity sparkless and brushless centrifugal fan.
J. Lighting: Vapor-proof fluorescent light.
K. Color: The cabinet is white with blue door(s).
L. Hanging Rods: Removable and adjustable stainless steel
hanging rod for proper orientation of evidence.
M. Cool Mist Water Nebulizer/Humidifier: Programmable to
achieve preset humidity conditions quickly and accurately, using
a replaceable “wicking” filter to eliminate excess cyanoacrylate
from building up on the unit.
N. Hot Plate Accelerator: Hot plate to polymerize ethyl cyano-
acrylate. Air Science also offers optional adjustable temperature
hot plates to accommodate a variety of fuming techniques,
including Microburst and typical Super glue methods. Hot plates
are available with basic knob controls as well as advanced
microprocessor controls with LED display.
Air Science
OTHER FEATURES:
Standards Compliant: Performance specifications
and construction meet or exceed OSHA, ANSI and relevant
international standards to assure operator safety.
Construction: Models are available in either polypropylene
and epox y coated steel or aluminum frame with plastic wall
construction. Doors are tempered glass locking doors with
tamper-proof seal and aluminum frame. See selection chart for
specifications and dimensions. Available in 110V, 60Hz single
phase electrical supply (other voltages available on request).
secondary disinfection of the interior between cases to prevent
cross-contamination, ensuring integrity of the samples for DNA
testing.
Internal Chamber Cleansing: The Internal Chamber
Cleansing feature automatically activates to eliminate contamination and remove the harmful vapor from the unit. This process
is especially important if the unit is used infrequently or only
during certain periods of high evidence volume.
Safefume CA30T, shown
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Product Features
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THE AIR SCIENCE
PERFORMANCE
ADVANTAGE
Safefume automatic
cyanoacrylate fuming
chamber includes
features expressed
through sound design
and certified quality
construction. Accessories
add functional performance to meet specific
applications.
• Professional Quality.
Safefume automatic
cyanoacrylate fuming
chambers comply with
current technical and
safety regulations.
• Multiplex Filtration.
The Air Science
Multiplex Filter offers
high performance
an d safet y.
• Industrial
Components.
The cabinet frame
and work surfaces
are durable and
chemically resistant.
• Reliability.
Internal systems
are isolated from
fumes, extending
product life.
Air Science Safefumes use
energy-efficient ebmpapst™
brand centrifugal blowers
for long life and dependable
performance.
The microprocessor control panel manages the
Printbuster Pro operating sequence with control,
oversight and display of all processing functions.
The LCD display works with a touchpad data entry
keypad to establish all operating parameters.
AIR SCIENCE PRINTBUSTER™ PRO
LCD INTERFACE TECHNOLOGY
Printbuster Pro is the industry’s first use of
touchscreen technology offering a simple,
easy-to-use solution delivering repeatable
results every time. The automatic latent
fingerprint development cycle manages
the following:
• Relative humidity setpoint. Relative
humidity is established via a water-filled nebulizer/
humidifier.
• Cabinet temperature display.
• Door status with lock alarm.
• Circulation fan on/off.
• Hot plate on/off. The hot plate accelerator
polymerizes ethyl cyanoacrylate for a
specific time interval.
• Processing time.
• Purge cycle time. Fumes are removed from
the chamber through the Multiplex filtration
system via a carbon filter; air is safely
exhausted to the room.
• Emergency stop.
• Filter condition. An optional electronic gas
sensor emits an audible and visual warning
when the main filter must be changed.
This Product Exceeds OSHA, ANSI and Other International Standards.
Air Science Safefume™
chambers provide key
operational advantages
that make evidence
processing safer, easier
and more accurate.
• Internal Chamber
Cleansing.
Operators are
protected from harmful
cyanoacrylate vapor
out-gassing when the
unit is not in use. Even if
the unit is not running,
internal surfaces may
still be contaminated
from the previous
processing cycle.
• Fuming Delay.
Cyanoacrylate fuming
achieves maximum
results under 70% to 80%
humidity. Air Science
has developed a hot
plate fuming delay
that only activates at
the user-determined
chamber humidity,
ensuring better results
and clearer print
impressions on the
first fuming.
• Cool Mist Nebulizer.
Open steam reservoir
humidifiers are slow
and inaccurate,
while faster ultrasonic
humidifiers remain
sensitive to residue
buildup on the water
tank. The Air Science
Cool Mist Nebulizer can
be programmed to
achieve preset humidity
conditions quickly and
accurately, using a
replaceable “wicking”
filter to eliminate excess
cyanoacrylate from
building up on the unit.
• Adjustable Temperature Hot Plate. (Optional)
The Safefume™ is
versatile, offering
optional hot plates to
cater to a variety of
fuming techniques,
including Microburst
and typical Super glue
methods.
MULTIPLEX™ FILTRATION
TECHNOLOGY
Multiplex Filtration
consists of a pre-filter
and main filter to create
a combination of
chemical and physical
architecture customized
to each application.
The mechanical design
enhances safety,
convenience and
overall value.
• The electrostatic
pre-filter is accessible
from within the
cabinet.
• A filter clamping
mechanism allows
for the filter to
be easily installed
and ensures an
even seal at the filter
peripheral face at
all times to prevent
bypass leakage.
• The filter chamber
prevents contaminated
air from contacting
internal cabinet
mechanisms.
• The main filter number
and installation date
are displayed in a
front-access window.
The Air Science carbon
filtration technique is
based on enhanced,
activated carbon
particle formulations
from specially selected,
naturally occurring raw
material superior to wood
or other organic sources.
The carbon is treated
to attain the proper
porosity and aggregate
surface area and to
react with several ranges
of aerosolized chemicals
moved through the
filter by an air handling
bl ower.
• The carbon filter is
a self-contained
assembly sized to fit
the specified product
model number, and
configured to optimize
airflow across 100%
of the filter surface
area for maximum
efficiency, prolonged
filter life, optimal
diffusion and
saturation capacity,
and user safety.
SAFEFUME™
AIRFLOW PATTERN
Room Air Intake
Fan / Blower
Filtration
Main Filters
carbon
Safefume CA48S, shown with Multiplex Filtration System.
A. The main filter (activated carbon, selected for capture of cyanoacrylate vapors),
is easy to replace, no tools required. The filter clamps tightly against the filter gasket
to prevent filter bypass and maintain filter integrity.
Air Scie nce is the single source supplier for all pre-filters and ca rbon filters used in its products, plus those of many other manufacturers.
Exhaust Air
Electrostatic Pre-filter
Pre-filter may be
changed while unit
is running
STANDARDS & COMPLIANCE
Quality Management SystemsISO 9001
Chemical Fume ContainmentANSI/ASHRAE 110 1995
Carbon Filter EfficiencyBS 79 89-2001
Electrical SafetyUL- C- 61010-1
Product DesignANSI Z 9.5-2003
OSHA, Occupational Safety
and Health Administration
EnvironmentISO 14001 Ene rgy Star Par tner
AFNOR NFX 15-211
ROHS Exempt unde r EEE Category 9
ANSI Z 9.7-1998
OSHA Standard -29 CRF, Safety and Health Regulations
for General Industry, 1910.1450: Occupational exposure
to hazardous chemicals in laboratories. Part B, definition,
laboratory type hood. All Air Science products meet
this definition.
This Product Exceeds OSHA, ANSI and Other International Standards.
Product Specifications
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SAFEFUME™ SERIES
FEATURES & BENEFITS
The Air Science
automatic Safefume
cyanoacrylate fuming
chambers safely and
automatically develop
latent fingerprints
on most non-porous
surfaces using the
proven technique of
exposure to ethyl cyanoacrylate vapor. Evidence
is positioned
in the chamber
with a flexible system
of hanging rods
and shelves. A fully
automatic system
controls and monitors
the process.
• Choose from
multiple sizes, from
bench top to floor
standing.
• Multi-chamber
cabinets available.
• Caster wheels
standard on all
models except
bench top series.
• Optional UV Lamp
decontamination.
• Optional side and
rear windows for
360˚ view of
development.
Internal Height External (W x D x H)Shipping (W x D x H )Net Ship
Benchtop Models
CA24S
CA30S
CA48S
CA60S
12.7 5"
325 mm
36"
914 m m
36"
914 m m
36"
914 m m
24" x 17.25" x 24"
610 x 441 x 610 mm
30" x 28" x 48"
762 x 711 x 1220 mm
48" x 28" x 48"
1219 x 711 x 1220 mm
60" x 28" x 48"
1524 x 711 x 1220 mm
40" x 40" x 55"
1016 x 1016 x 1397 mm
40" x 40" x 55"
1016 x 1016 x 1397 mm
58" x 40" x 5 5"
1473 x 1016 x 1397 mm
65" x 40" x 55"
1651 x 1016 x 1397 mm
156 / 7120 0 / 91
175 / 79215 / 98
306 / 139346 / 157
369 / 167407 / 185
(
(
lbs/Kg
side view
)
)
DNA Decontamination
UV Lamp Syst em
(optional) provides secondary disinfection
of the interior between
cases to prevent crosscontamination, ensuring
integrity of samples for
DNA testing.
CA30TCA48T CA60T
Tall Models
CA30T
CA48T
CA60T
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
57. 24 "
145 4 mm
57. 24 "
145 4 mm
57. 24 "
145 4 mm
30" x 28" x 74.88"
762 x 711 x 1902 mm
48" x 28" x 74.88"
1219 x 711 x 1902 mm
60" x 28" x 74.88"
1524 x 711 x 1902 mm
40" x 40" x 91"
1016 x 1016 x 2311 mm
58" x 40" x 91"
1473 x 1016 x 2311 mm
70" x 40" x 91"
1778 x 1016 x 2311 mm
This Product Exceeds OSHA, ANSI and Other International Standards.
Internal Height External (W x D x H)Shipping ( W x D x H)Net Ship
Standard Triplex Model (3 Chambers*)
CATR I
2 @ 36"
914 m m
Standard Quad Model (4 Chambers*)
CAQUAD
4 @ 36"
914 m m
Aluminum Frame Walk-in Model
CA72XL
1 @ 80"
2032 mm
1 @ 65.75"
166 8 mm
60" x 28" x 82.25"
1524 x 711 x 2090 mm
60" x 28" x 82.25"
1524 x 711 x 2090 mm
72" x 48" x 86"
1829 x 1200 x 2184 mm
70" x 40" x 91"
1778 x 1016 x 2311 mm
70" x 40" x 91"
1778 x 1016 x 2311 mm
80" x 54" x 95"
2032 x 1372 x 2413 mm
402 / 182467 / 212
418 / 18 9476 / 216
825 / 374968 / 439
(
side view
(
lbs/Kg
)
)
The Safefume CATRI
three-chamber, floor model
fuming chamber includes three
individual compartments with
independent controls and ductless carbon filters.
Air Science
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The Safefume CAQUAD
four-chamber, floor model
fuming chamber includes four
individual compartments with
independent controls and
ductless carbon filters.
The Safefume CA72XL is a high volume,
stand alone, fingerprinting chamber designed
for departments that must process large
amounts of evidence on a regular basis.
Large items such as automobile doors, tires,
bicycles, etc. can be easily processed in
this unit.
This model offers the same functionality as our
smaller versions including the Printbuster Pro
control system.
Pre-Filter,
Electrostatic 1 lb. / .45 kg
(nominal)
Main Filter,
22 lbs / 9.6 kg
11341
11341
CA30T
CA48T
CA60TCATR ICAQUAD
White polypropylene and
epoxy coated steel.
single,
two-position
single,
per compartment
<… ebmpapst
<… Complete full monitoring of all functions. …>
<… (2) 15 watts …>
™
centrifugal fan.
<… Main On/Of f …>
Aluminum frame with tempered glass walls.
…
>
CA72XL
optional
OPTIONS & ACCESSORIES
Safefume™ ModelCA24SCA30SCA48SCA60S
OptionDescriptionPart Number
Heavy Duty Base StandProvides a lower storage half shelf; accommodates wheelchair
Enclosed Base Cabinet Provides storage space below the chamber.
DNA Decontamination
UV la mp*
Basic Hot PlateBasic hot plates heat up to 4 00ºC and offer basic temperature
Advanced Hot PlateAdvanced hot plates heat up to 400ºC and offer m icroproc essor
Automatic Lock-Out SystemSafety supplement to standard key lock system. Automatic
Electronic LockPrevents accidental door opening during fuming cycleE- LOCKE-LOCKE-LO CKE-LOC K
ADA LockAccommodates ADA compliance for ergonomic access
access. Locking casters fix the chamber in place. 3 4” tall.
(Specify: yellow, blue or white color and wheels or leveling feet)
A UV lamp is available for overnight decontamination of interior
surfaces. The UV kit includes a timer and door micro switch interlock.
The UV operation must comply with local codes and facility safety
practices. Contact your facility safety officer for details.
control knobs with 1 to 10 dial markings. Maximum capacity of
1000mL. All aluminum construction. Availab le in 110V or 230V
configurations.
controls and LED display with enhanced safety features. Low
profile design has a maximum capacity of 600mL. All aluminum
construction. Available in 110V or 230V configurations.
lock-out system is interconnected to the main control system to
prevent premature or unauthorized access to interior chamber.
and operation.
* Includes timer, and door micro switch. Safety precautions must be followed.
P5-CARTP10XL-CARTP20-CARTP25-CART
P5-ENCBP10XL- ENCBP20-ENCBP25-ENCB
CA-UVCA-UVCA-UVCA-UV
BHOTPL ATE110
or
BHOTPL ATE230
AHOTPL ATE110
or
AHOTPLATE230
EM- LOCKEM-LOCKEM -LOCKEM -LOCK
ADAADAADAADA
BHOTPL ATE110
or
BHOTPL ATE230
AHOTPL ATE110
or
AHOTPLATE230
BHOTPL ATE110
or
BHOTPL ATE230
AHOTPL ATE110
or
AHOTPLATE230
BHOTPL ATE110
BHOTPL ATE230
AHOTPL ATE110
AHOTPLATE230
or
or
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