Product Overview
A Vacuum Pump is an essential laboratory tool used to create a vacuum environment for various chemical processes. It is especially important in applications such as rotary evaporation, where solvents need to be evaporated at reduced pressure to prevent degradation and ensure efficient solvent removal. Vacuum pumps provide the required low pressure to facilitate the evaporation process, making them indispensable in organic synthesis, distillation, and drying.

Specifications
Type: Water Ring Vacuum Pump

Power Supply: Electrical (AC)

Pressure Range: Capable of achieving high vacuum levels, typically 0.1-1 Torr

Flow Rate: Ranges from 2 to 10 CFM (Cubic Feet per Minute), suitable for laboratory-scale applications

Material: Durable materials resistant to corrosion, often stainless steel or high-grade plastics

Cooling Method: Water-cooled or air-cooled, depending on the model

Connection: Standard fittings for laboratory glassware, typically 1/4" or 3/8" hose connections

Safety Features: Overload protection, noise reduction, and thermal shutoff

Dimensions: Typically compact, around 15-30 inches in height, making it suitable for benchtop use

Noise Level: Designed for relatively quiet operation, typically around 60-80 dB

Key Benefits
Efficient Evaporation: Essential for rotary evaporation in laboratories, ensuring that solvents like dichloromethane (DCM) are removed quickly and efficiently under reduced pressure.

Durable: Built to withstand continuous use in a laboratory environment with materials resistant to chemical corrosion.

Precise Vacuum Control: Allows for accurate control over the pressure applied to the reaction vessel, preventing overheating or excessive solvent evaporation.

Low Maintenance: Requires minimal maintenance compared to other types of pumps, ensuring longer service life.

Versatile: Can be used for a variety of laboratory processes, including distillation, degassing, and drying applications.

Applications
Rotary Evaporation: Essential for removing solvents like dichloromethane in the rotary evaporation process during organic synthesis.

Distillation: Used in various distillation techniques, where reduced pressure is necessary for efficient separation of compounds.

Drying: Can be used to remove moisture from samples under vacuum conditions.

Degassing: Useful for removing dissolved gases from liquids in chemical processes.

Price Range
Minimum Price: $100

Maximum Price: $886 (depending on specifications and manufacturer)