The Edwards RV series of oil sealed rotary vane pumps are unique in their capability to offer both high vacuum and high throughput performance, which combined with ultra-low noise levels and excellent gas ballast facility, makes them ideal for a wide range of applications and environments. These are available with speeds ranging from 3 to 12 m3/hr.
Full Range From RV3 through to RV12 Available for Purchase or Hire please contact for details
The RV series of small oil sealed rotary vane pumps deliver excellent ultimate vacuum pressure, high pumping speeds and superior vapour handling capabilities with quiet operation. These pumps offer proven performance that sets the industry standard for R&D and scientific pumping applications.
| Displacement | |
| 50Hz | 3.7 m3h-1 / 2.2 ft3min-1 |
| 60Hz | 4.5 m3h-1 / 2.6 ft3min-1 |
| Speed (Pneurop 6602) | |
| 50Hz | 3.3 m3h-1 / 2 ft3min-1 |
| 60Hz | 3.9 m3h-1 / 2.3 ft3min-1 |
| Ultimate pressure | 2.0 x 10-3 mbar / 1.5 x 10-3 Torr |
| Ultimate pressure GB I | 3.0 x 10-2 mbar / 2.3 x 10-2 Torr |
| Ultimate pressure GB II | 1.2 x 10-1 mbar / 9.1 x 10-2 Torr |
| Ultimate Pressure with Fomblin® | 2 x 10-2 mbar / 1.5 x 10-2 Torr |
| Max inlet pressure for water vapour | 80 mbar / 60 Torr |
| Max water vapour pumping rate – GB I | 60 gh-1 |
| Max water vapour pumping rate – GB II | 220 gh-1 |
| Max allowed outlet pressure | 0.2 bar gauge / 2.8 psig |
| Max allowed inlet and gas ballast pressure | 0.5 bar gauge / 7 psig |
| Motor power 50/60Hz | 450 / 550W |
| Power connector 1-ph | IEC EN60320 C13 |
| Nominal rotation speed 50/60Hz | 1500 / 1800rpm |
| Weight (without oil) | 25 kg / 55 lb |
| Oil capacity min/max | 0.42/0.7 litres |
| Recommended oil | Ultragrade 19 |
| Inlet flange | NW25 |
| Exhaust flange | NW25 |
| Noise level | 48 dB(A) @ 50 Hz |
| Operating temperature range | 12 – 40 °C |
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