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News Release from: Welch Pumps | Subject: Self-Cleaner
Edited by the Laboratorytalk Editorial
Team on 02 May 2006
Self-cleaning dry vacuum system is
programmable
Welch's new programmable 2 Torr self-cleaning dry vacuum system is ideal to use with rotary evaporators, concentrators and gel dryers
Welch introduces the latest in dry vacuum pump and vacuum control technology for the laboratory The new intelligent Self-Cleaner is a fully integrated vacuum pump and controller
This article was originally published on Laboratorytalk on 26 May 2006 at 8.00am (UK)
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The intuitive design incorporates a numeric keypad and electronic variable control valve for precise/reproduce-able vacuum control with programmable dual set points, timer, memory, repeat and anti-bumping functions.
The corrosion resistant PTFE (oil-free) diaphragm pump and distinctive self-cleaning purge that automatically runs for two minutes at shutdown to rid the pump of residue - ensures longer diaphragm service life and reduced downtime by cleaning the pump at the correct time - when the process is finished.
Welch's new walk-away 2 Torr Self-Cleaning dry vacuum system is ideal to use with a rotary evaporator for stripping high-boiling-point solvents <160C such as DMF or low boiling point solvents such as methylene chloride when using the integrated vacuum controller.
The system's patent-pending two-stage, flexible diaphragm pump resists chemical vapors thanks to fluorinated plastics used on all wetted surfaces - including the diaphragm itself.
This pump is oil-free yet delivers a vacuum to 2 Torr (2.7mbar, 266Pa) with a free air displacement of 35l/min.
(1.2 CFM).
The programmable self-cleaning dry vacuum system is fully equipped with several added protective features.
Features include a glass inlet separator that helps prevent the pump from ingesting liquids or particulates; a fully integrated vacuum controller that can store up to five program settings to allow hand free operation; and an exhaust separator that collects any liquid droplets or particulates flushed from the pump during the purge cycle.
An adjustable vacuum control knob, numeric key pad and up/down arrows ensure precise vacuum control.
A feature especially useful when pumping low-boiling point solvents to minimize foaming or bumping within a flask is the one touch bumping/anti-foaming button.
System includes easy to read lighted display screen, ease of use control knob and numeric key pad to quickly set and forget in either auto or manual modes, an intake and exhaust capture jars, and an automatic fresh air purge that cleans the system after each use and extends the life of the diaphragms.
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