Pfeiffer Vacuum Introduces New Rotary Vane Pump for Mass Spectrometry
Pfeiffer Vacuum introduces the first rotary vane pump for mass spectrometry with a hermetically sealed pump housing. The SmartVane serves as a backing pump for mass spectrometers (ICP-MS, LC/MS) in the fields of environmental and food analysis as well as in pharmaceutical and clinical analysis.
The SmartVane vacuum pump from Pfeiffer Vacuum, one of the leading suppliers of vacuum technology, is designed to prevent oil leakage and thus avoid contamination. Thanks to an integrated motor, there is no need for a conventional seal, according to the supplier, which means the SmartVane has longer maintenance intervals. Marcel Merkardt, product manager at Pfeiffer Vacuum, says, "With the SmartVane, oil leaks in the laboratory are a thing of the past. Here, we combine the advantages of the proven rotary vane pump principle with a revolutionary sealed design. In practice, this means the well-known high performance of a rotary vane pump without any detrimental oil leaks."
With its low noise level, the SmartVane ensures optimal conditions in the laboratory. At its typical operating pressure of <10 hPA, it is quieter than other pumps for this application area. This allows even challenging tasks to be completed in a pleasant working environment. With a compact design, it allows easy installation into existing systems. In addition, the pump offers intelligent communication options and, as a plug-and-play solution, can be easily used on equipment that is already installed. Another focus is on sustainability. The SmartVane incorporates an energy-efficient IPM motor with standby function. The low power consumption automatically lowers operating costs and reduces the carbon footprint.