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Edwards nEDC & EDC Dry Claw Vacuum Pumps

Models: nEDC65–nEDC300 / EDC500–EDC1000 | Manufacturer: Edwards

The Edwards nEDC and EDC are robust single-stage dry-claw vacuum pumps designed for industrial applications requiring clean, efficient, and reliable vacuum performance. The nEDC range provides compact, easy-to-maintain pumping from 65 to 300 m³/h, while the high-capacity EDC range delivers up to 950 m³/h at 50 Hz. Both ranges feature dry, oil-free pumping chambers and designs built for demanding operating conditions.

Quick Reference
nEDC Range
65–300 m³/h (nEDC65, nEDC150, nEDC300)
EDC Range
500–950 m³/h (EDC500, EDC1000)
Pump Type
Single-Stage Dry Claw
Ultimate Vacuum
50–200 mbar Continuous
Motor Power
1.8 kW to 22 kW
Noise Level
66–85 dB(A)
Operating Temp
0–40°C (nEDC) / 5–40°C (EDC)
Gearbox Oil Capacity
1.5 L (All Models)

Product Specifications

Specification nEDC65 nEDC150 nEDC300 EDC500 EDC1000
Peak Speed @ 50 Hz 65 m³/h (38 cfm) 150 m³/h (88 cfm) 300 m³/h (176 cfm) 500 m³/h (294 cfm) 950 m³/h (559 cfm)
Peak Speed @ 60 Hz 78 m³/h (47 cfm) 180 m³/h (104 cfm) 340 m³/h (200 cfm) 600 m³/h (353 cfm) 1,140 m³/h (671 cfm)
Ultimate Vacuum 50 mbar (37.5 torr) 50 mbar (37.5 torr) 140 mbar (105 torr) 200 mbar (150 torr) 200 mbar (150 torr)
Motor @ 50 Hz 1.8 kW (2.0 hp) 3.7 kW (5.0 hp) 6.2 kW (8.3 hp) 9.2 kW (12.3 hp) 18.5 kW (24.8 hp)
Motor @ 60 Hz 2.2 kW (3.0 hp) 3.7 kW (5.0 hp) 7.5 kW (10.0 hp) 11 kW (14.7 hp) 22 kW (29.5 hp)
Noise @ 50/60 Hz 66 / 72 dB(A) 72 / 75 dB(A) 72 / 75 dB(A) 76 / 78 dB(A) 82 / 85 dB(A)
Operating Temp 0–40°C 0–40°C 0–40°C 5–40°C 5–40°C
Gearbox Oil 1.5 L 1.5 L 1.5 L 1.5 L 1.5 L

Performance is based on air at 20°C / 70°F, with a stated tolerance of ±10%.

nEDC Design and Features

Next-generation mono claw vacuum pump design
Modular construction supports efficiency throughout the operating lifecycle
Available with premium-efficiency IE4 motors
Dry, oil-free pumping chamber eliminates oil from the pumping process
Contact-free internals eliminate mechanical wear
Compact design provides a small footprint
Pumping chamber is easily accessible for cleaning
On-site cleaning and restart without specialised tools
Redesigned in-house silencer significantly reduces noise levels
Lower internal temperatures increase lip-seal life
Corrosion-resistant claws and coated pumping chamber support harsh applications

EDC Design and Features

High-capacity dry claw vacuum pump design for demanding industrial applications
Modular design separates gears chamber from pumping chamber using a labyrinth seal
Integrated bottom silencer helps reduce the overall footprint
External silencer can be connected for further noise reduction
Durable, high-temperature-resistant coatings support material compatibility
On-board pressure regulation supports continuous operation at 200 mbar
Water-vapour tolerance with drain valve on bottom silencer
At least 30% better energy efficiency than oil-sealed pumps
IE4 motor supplied as standard with VSD option for further savings
Dry, oil-free pumping chamber with no mechanical contact between claws
Inlet check valve helps prevent back contamination when pump stops

Applications

House Vacuum Systems
Plastic Extrusion
Woodworking
Vacuum Conveying
Pick and Place
Drying and Degassing
Printing and Paper Converting
Medical Systems
Dairy Industry
Thermoforming
Waste Removal

nEDC & EDC Pump Range

Product Range Models Peak Pumping Speed @ 50 Hz
nEDC nEDC65, nEDC150, nEDC300 65–300 m³/h
EDC EDC500, EDC1000 500–950 m³/h

The nEDC range is positioned as the next-generation dry-claw series, while EDC500 and EDC1000 provide higher-capacity dry-claw pumping for demanding industrial applications.

Order Edwards nEDC & EDC Dry Claw Pumps

Choose from the Edwards nEDC and EDC dry claw vacuum pump ranges for clean, oil-free vacuum performance across a variety of industrial applications.