Edwards RV8 Rotary Vane Vacuum Pump is a versatile, high-performance solution designed for a wide range of laboratory and industrial vacuum applications. With best-in-class vapor handling capabilities and advanced features like rapid anti-suck back protection, the RV8 sets the standard for rotary vane pumps worldwide.
Key Features:
- Handles wet, dry, and dusty applications—ideal for freeze drying, extraction, filtration, gel drying, and more
- Highest vapor handling capacity among rotary vane pumps for superior wet pumping performance
- Fast-acting anti-suck back valve closes within 0.4 seconds to protect systems from oil mist or dust
- Universal motor supports the widest voltage and frequency ranges from a single unit
- Controlled valve opening on startup ensures your system never experiences pressure surges
- One-size Allen key dismantles all parts; all rotor and stator parts are completely interchangeable
- Easy servicing and part replacement without dismantling the pump mechanism—self-aligning design requires no special tools
- Quiet operation at just 48 dB(A)
- Approved to UL and CSA standards for safety and compliance
- Mode selector switch easily adapts the pump for high vacuum or high throughput requirements
Included Items
- Edwards RV8 Rotary Vane Vacuum Pump
- Edwards Ultragrade 19 Oil
- Power Cord
- Operator’s Manual & Manufacturer’s Documentation
- 1-Year Manufacturer’s Warranty
Specifications
| Catalog Number | A65401906 |
| Displacement (50Hz) | 9.7 m³/h (5.7 ft³/min) |
| Displacement (60Hz) | 11.7 m³/h (6.9 ft³/min) |
| Speed (50Hz) | 8.5 m³/h (5 ft³/min) |
| Speed (60Hz) | 10 m³/h (5.9 ft³/min) |
| Ultimate Pressure | 2 x 10-3 mbar (1.5 x 10-3 Torr) |
| Ultimate Pressure GB I | 3 x 10-2 mbar (2.3 x 10-2 Torr) |
| Ultimate Pressure GB II | 6 x 10-2 mbar (4.6 x 10-2 Torr) |
| Ultimate with Fomblin® | 2 x 10-2 mbar (1.5 x 10-2 Torr) |
| Max Inlet Pressure for Water Vapor | 38 mbar (28.5 Torr) |
| Max Water Vapor Pumping Rate GB I | 60 g/h |
| Max Water Vapor Pumping Rate GB II | 220 g/h |
| Max Outlet Pressure | 0.2 bar gauge (2.8 psig) |
| Max Inlet & Gas Ballast Pressure | 0.5 bar gauge (7 psig) |
| Motor Power | 450 / 550 W (50/60Hz) |
| Power Connector | IEC EN60320 C13 |
| Rotation Speed | 1500 / 1800 rpm (50/60Hz) |
| Oil Capacity (min/max) | 0.45 / 0.75 liters |
| Recommended Oil | Ultragrade 19 |
| Inlet / Exhaust Flange | NW25 |
| Noise Level | 48 dB(A) @ 50 Hz |
| Operating Temperature | 12 – 40 °C |
| Weight (without oil) | 28 kg (61.6 lbs) |
| Electrical Requirements | 100-120 / 200-230 VAC, 50/60Hz, 1Ph |