In Focus: CanDo STP-1000 smoke machine

The CanDo STP-1000 smoke machine offers the dual-air supply capability of a built-in air compressor or fitting for air/ inert gas for portability. The STP-1000 has a variable flow control that can be adjusted with the smoke output. The OEM-approved Ultra Trace and Ultra TraceUV dye smoke solutions can be used for testing without voiding vehicle warranties. This smoke machine is 14 lbs, comes with a full set of accessories and has a one-year manufacturers warranty.

Application

The STP-1000 helps technicians quickly and accurately diagnose common leak sources that may be a cause to lean, evap and other drive-ability trouble codes. With the variable flow control, technicians can adjust smoke output and perform pressure decay testing, which can test leaks that may be too small to see in the flowmeter, yet still trigger DTCs. The STP-1000 is used to test leaks in evap, vacuum and exhaust systems.

Selling points

According to the company, the STP-1000:

Is the only smoke machine in its price point of under $1,400 to offer both a built-in air compressor and external fitting for inert gas/nitrogen.
Is the only smoke machine in its price point to offer OEM-approved UV dye smoke solution for testing without voiding vehicle warranty.
Offers dual-function capability of smoke and air only modes.
Offers variable flow control for adjustable smoke output.

Features and benefits

Built-in air compressor for portability. The built-in compressor also makes the STP-1000 well-suited for mobile and fleet repairs, since it can be taken anywhere.
External fitting for use with inert gas or nitrogen.
A pressure decay test that verifies that leaks are completely repaired, preventing costly comebacks.
Variable flow control allows for an adjustable smoke output, detecting even the smallest leaks in any sealed system.
Dual-function capability of air and smoke only modes.
OEM-approved Ultra Trace and Ultra TraceUV dye smoke solution for testing without voiding vehicle warranty.

Origin

The STP-1000 was developed when the company found out that there was no dual air-capable unit coupled with OE-approved UV dye smoke solution under the $1,400 price point.

Manufacturing specs

The product is made in China utilizing the latest ISO standards. The STP-1000 is made of aluminum, plastic, rubber, steel, copper and glass.

Air flow control: .1-5 L/MIN
Weight: 14 lbs
Power Supply: DC12V, 8A, 100W
Comes with a full set of accessories.
Comes with OEM-approved Ultra Trace and Ultra Trace UV dye smoke solution.

Storage and display

The item ships in a protective cardboard box with Styrofoam inserts. There is one unit per package.

Testimonial

Tool dealer Mike Marciano: "I am pleased to offer and promote CanDo’s STP-1000 Smoke Machine due to its complete product offering and high value price point. By including a built-in compressor and external fitting for inert gas/nitrogen along with OE-approved dye smoke solution, the STP-1000 is the smart choice for shops looking for the latest in leak detection technology."