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Edwards RV Rotary Vane Pumps

Models: RV3, RV5, RV8, RV12 | Manufacturer: Edwards

The Edwards RV Series comprises oil-sealed rotary vane pumps designed for high vacuum performance, strong vapour handling, and reliable operation across laboratory and industrial applications. ACFM supplies the RV3, RV5, RV8, and RV12 models, offering different pumping capacities for applications including mass spectrometry, electron microscopy, industrial vacuum, chemical and sample preparation, and research and development.

Product Specifications
Models
RV3, RV5, RV8, RV12
Peak Speed @ 50 Hz
3.3 to 12 m³/h
Ultimate Pressure (Total)
2.0 × 10⁻³ mbar @ 50 Hz
Max Inlet (High Vacuum)
50 mbar Continuous
Max Inlet (High Throughput)
500 mbar Continuous
Water Vapour Capacity
60–290 g/h (Ballast Dependent)
Recommended Oil
ULTRAGRADE Performance 19
Pump Technology
Oil-Sealed Rotary Vane

Detailed Model Specifications

Specification RV3 RV5 RV8 RV12
Peak Speed @ 50 Hz 3.3 m³/h 5.1 m³/h 8.5 m³/h 12 m³/h
Peak Speed @ 60 Hz 2.3 cfm 3.7 cfm 5.9 cfm 8.4 cfm
Ultimate Pressure (Total) @ 50 Hz 2.0 × 10⁻³ mbar 2.0 × 10⁻³ mbar 2.0 × 10⁻³ mbar 2.0 × 10⁻³ mbar
Ultimate Pressure (Total) @ 60 Hz 1.5 × 10⁻³ Torr 1.5 × 10⁻³ Torr 1.5 × 10⁻³ Torr 1.5 × 10⁻³ Torr
Ultimate w/ Gas Ballast I 3.0 × 10⁻² mbar 3.0 × 10⁻² mbar 3.0 × 10⁻² mbar 3.0 × 10⁻² mbar
Ultimate w/ Gas Ballast II 1.2 × 10⁻¹ mbar 1.0 × 10⁻¹ mbar 6.0 × 10⁻² mbar 6.0 × 10⁻² mbar
Water Vapour (Ballast I) 60 g/h 60 g/h 60 g/h 60 g/h
Water Vapour (Ballast II) 220 g/h 220 g/h 220 g/h 290 g/h

Gas Ballast/Purge Pressure: 0.5 bar. Maximum Continuous Inlet Pressure: 50 mbar (High Vacuum Mode) / 500 mbar (High Throughput Mode).

RV Rotary Vane Pump Features

Two-position gas ballast provides flexibility for water vapour handling
High water vapour capacity supports applications involving condensable vapours
Mode selector allows operation in high vacuum or high throughput mode
Positive-pressure oil lubrication supports reliable pump operation
Generous oil pathways help maintain effective lubrication
Automatic inlet valve provides suck-back protection when pump stops
Inlet valve closes within 0.4 seconds after pump shutdown
Quiet operation supports laboratory and industrial working environments
Integrated inlet mesh filter protects the pumping mechanism
Self-aligning components simplify pump assembly
Polymer blades operate without springs or pins
Shaft seals can be replaced from the motor side
PFPE-prepared versions available for oxygen-rich applications
Integral IEC connector provided on standard single-phase motor pumps
Maintenance kits available for routine servicing

Applications

Mass Spectrometry
High Energy Physics
Electron Microscopy
Industrial Vacuum
Chemical & Sample Preparation
Research & Development

Select an Edwards RV Pump Today!

The Edwards RV Series includes four models, RV3, RV5, RV8, and RV12, with different pumping capacities to suit varying vacuum requirements. ACFM can provide model information, specifications, and availability for the RV Series.