Edwards RV12 Vacuum Pump is a versatile, high-performance rotary vane pump engineered for demanding laboratory and industrial vacuum applications. Renowned for its exceptional vapour handling, quiet operation, and robust design, the RV12 is ideal for processes such as freeze drying, extraction, filtration, gel drying, and more.
Key Features:
- Excellent ultimate vacuum and high pumping speeds for superior performance
- Best-in-class vapour handling capacity—perfect for wet applications
- Fast-acting, automatic inlet valve (acts within 0.4 seconds) for anti-suck back protection
- Universal motor covers broad voltage/frequency ranges (100-120/200-230 VAC, 50/60Hz)
- Mode selector switch for optimized high vacuum or high throughput operation
- Simple maintenance with one-size Allen key; fully interchangeable rotor and stator parts
- Controlled valve opening prevents pressure surges on start-up
- CE, UL and CSA approved for global laboratory compliance
Included Items
- Edwards Ultragrade 19 Oil
- Power Cord
- Operator's Manual
- Manufacturer’s Documentation
- 1-Year Manufacturer’s Warranty
Technical Specifications
| Catalog Number | A65501906 |
| Displacement (50/60Hz) | 14.2 / 17 m³h⁻¹ (8.4 / 10 ft³min⁻¹) |
| Speed (Pneurop 6602) 50/60Hz | 12 / 14.2 m³h⁻¹ (7.1 / 8.4 ft³min⁻¹) |
| Ultimate Pressure | 2 x 10⁻³ mbar (1.5 x 10⁻³ Torr) |
| GB I / GB II Ultimate Pressure | 3 x 10⁻² / 6 x 10⁻² mbar |
| With Fomblin® | 2 x 10⁻² mbar (1.5 x 10⁻² Torr) |
| Max Inlet Pressure (H₂O Vapour) | 32 mbar (24 Torr) |
| Max Vapour Pumping Rate (GB I / II) | 60 / 220 g·h⁻¹ |
| Max Outlet Pressure | 0.2 bar (2.8 psig) |
| Max Inlet / GB Pressure | 0.5 bar (7 psig) |
| Motor Power (50/60Hz) | 450 / 550 W |
| Rotation Speed (50/60Hz) | 1500 / 1800 rpm |
| Power Connector | IEC EN60320 C13 |
| Oil Capacity (min/max) | 0.65 / 1 litres |
| Recommended Oil | Ultragrade 19 |
| Inlet / Exhaust Flange | NW25 |
| Noise Level | 48 dB(A) @ 50 Hz |
| Operating Temp Range | 12 – 40 °C |
| Weight (without oil) | 29 kg (63.8 lbs) |
| Dimensions (approx.) | Varies by configuration |
| Electrical | 100-120/200-230 VAC, 50/60Hz, 1Ph |