your Being an early adopter of Pixel Pump 2 means more than getting a product a bit earlier. It means being part of the first group to use the system in real projects, shaping how it evolves along the way. Early adopters get to explore new workflows, influence firmware and software decisions through direct feedback, and help define what the final Pixel Pump 2 will become. 

It's for people who enjoy being close to the development process, who like understanding how things work, and who take a certain satisfaction in using tools before they’re finished, polished, and widely available.

Thank you for your support!

What early access means

• You get early access to Pixel Pump 2 hardware, before the public release
• You’ll be among the first users of the new desktop software
• You get access to a private Discord used for feedback, discussion, and development updates
• Your order will be delivered in approximately Q2 2026 whereas the crowdfunding units will likely be delivered in Q4 the earliest
  

What's included?

• Pixel Pump 2
• The new foot pedal
• A nice big set of next gen SMD Magazines for your new inventory management:
  • 6 Packs of SMD Magazines (12mm)
  • 4 Packs of SMD Magazines (16mm)
  • 10  SMD Magazine Rails
• Access to the Beta of the Inventory Management Desktop Software (once ready)
• Access to the private Discord server

What's not included?

• There will be no official packaging (The products will be shipped super safe, no worries!)
• The User Manual is not finished (But you will be in the Discord server if you have any questions)
• There may be slight differences to the final product
• The software may be incomplete (but we'll fix that over time!)

What is the Pixel Pump 2?

The Pixel Pump 2 is an open source vacuum-based pick-and-place system for manual SMT assembly. It combines a compact vacuum pump, an intuitive control interface, and desktop software for project and parts management into one coherent workflow.

It’s designed for people who assemble PCBs by hand and want more structure, speed, and consistency - without jumping to large, automated machines. From one-off prototypes to small production runs, Pixel Pump 2 helps you pick and place faster, cleaner, and with fewer mistakes.

The system supports surface-mount components all the way down to 0402 size and includes a full set of vacuum nozzles out of the box.

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
  
• Foot pedal for triggering the pump
  
• Vacuum relief valve for quick depressurization so the part falls down immediately
• Easy software updates via USB-C
• USB-C Powered
• Small and compact so it does not use up much space on your workbench