Dry Running Claw Vacuum Pumps | C-VLR 62 & 122
Compact Oil-Free Vacuum Pumps for Energy-Efficient Industrial Applications
Elmo Rietschle VLR 62 and VLR 122 dry running claw vacuum pumps provide a highly efficient alternative to traditional oil-lubricated rotary vane, carbon vane, and liquid ring vacuum pumps. These compact oil-free vacuum pumps utilize advanced contact-free claw technology to deliver reliable vacuum performance while reducing maintenance requirements, operating costs, and energy consumption.
Available in both Passive and Active Cooling configurations, the VLR Series offers clean, dependable vacuum generation for a wide range of industrial vacuum systems, OEM equipment, packaging machinery, and manufacturing processes. Long service intervals, low operating costs, and exceptional efficiency make these pumps an ideal solution for facilities seeking to modernize their vacuum systems.
Why Choose Dry Running Claw Vacuum Pumps?
Unlike conventional vacuum technologies, claw pumps operate with an oil-free compression chamber, eliminating oil contamination, exhaust filters, water consumption, and routine oil changes. Their contact-free design minimizes wear, extends service life, and reduces downtime.
For manufacturers seeking a reliable, energy-efficient, and low-maintenance vacuum solution, claw vacuum technology delivers outstanding performance and long-term value.
Main Advantages
- Oil-Free Compression
- Up to 5-Year Service Intervals
- Exceptional Energy Efficiency
- Contact-Free Operation
- Low Maintenance Requirements
- Quiet Operation
- VFD Compatible
- Environmentally Friendly Design
- Compact Industrial Footprint
C-VLR 62 & VLR 122
Compact Claw Vacuum Pumps for Industrial and OEM Applications
The VLR 62 and VLR 122 are compact oil-free claw vacuum pumps designed for industrial users seeking a reliable, low-maintenance vacuum solution. Available in both passive-cooled and active-cooled configurations, these pumps provide flexibility for a wide range of vacuum applications.
The passive-cooled models are ideally suited for applications requiring vacuum levels up to 17.85 inHgV, while active-cooled versions provide vacuum levels up to 26.97 inHgV, making them an excellent replacement for oil-lubricated rotary vane pumps in many industrial processes.
Key Features
- Capacities from 43.5 to 84.8 ACFM
- Vacuum levels up to 100 mbar (abs.) / 26.97 inHgV
- Oil-free compression chamber
- Service intervals up to 5 years
- Extremely energy efficient
- Low sound levels
- Environmentally friendly design
- VFD compatible
- Compact installation footprint
Typical vacuum pump applications
- Central vacuum systems
- CNC Routers
- Environmental/Soil Remediation
- Food processing
- Industrial applications
- Medical
- Packaging Industry
- Plastic Industry
- Pick and place
- Pneumatic conveying
- Vacuum drying
- Wood working
- Dental Industry
- Plastic Industry
Why Choose Aircom for Your Oil-Free Claw Vacuum Upgrade?
Aircom Technologies helps manufacturers modernize aging vacuum systems by replacing traditional rotary vane and liquid ring technologies with efficient oil-free claw vacuum pumps. As an authorized Elmo Rietschle distributor, Aircom provides application support, equipment selection, technical service, and long-term maintenance assistance throughout Eastern Canada.
The C-VLR 62 and C-VLR 122 are frequently selected by facilities seeking lower maintenance requirements, reduced energy consumption, and cleaner vacuum generation without the complications associated with oil-lubricated vacuum technologies.
C-VLR 62 & 122 - Frequently Asked Questions
Does Aircom provide service and replacement parts?
Yes. Aircom Technologies provides OEM replacement parts, preventive maintenance, vacuum system troubleshooting, emergency repairs, and technical support for industrial vacuum systems throughout Eastern Canada.
Are genuine OEM parts available?
Yes. Aircom supplies genuine Elmo Rietschle replacement parts to help maintain performance, reliability, and warranty compliance.
Why are the C-VLR 62 and 122 often used to replace rotary vane pumps?
Their oil-free claw technology eliminates oil contamination, reduces maintenance requirements, and improves energy efficiency.
What maintenance is required on a C-VLR vacuum pump?
Under normal operating conditions, service intervals can extend for several years, significantly reducing maintenance costs and downtime.
Are the C-VLR 62 and 122 suitable for VFD operation?
Yes. Variable Frequency Drives can improve energy efficiency while providing greater process control and vacuum stability.
Elmo Rietschle C-Series
| Model | Motor | Max. Flow | Max. Vacuum | Weight | Sound level | Connection | Data sheet | Quote request | |
| V / PH / HZ | HP | cfm | in Hg | lbs | dB (A) | in | |||
| https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-D880-1_VLR_60-251_NEMA_US.PDF | 115/1/60 or 230/1/60 or 230-460/3/60 or 575/3/60 | 2 | 43 | 27 | 136 | 80 | 1 | https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-D880-1_VLR_60-251_NEMA_US.PDF | https://www.aircom.ca/fra/demande-de-soumission/ |
| https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Vaccum-pump-C-VLR%2062-01-122-01-D882-IE3-US-Passive.pdf | 43.5 | 18 | 154 | 72 | 1 1/2 | https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Vaccum-pump-C-VLR%2062-01-122-01-D882-IE3-US-Passive.pdf | |||
| VLR 62 (01) XD | 63 | ||||||||
| https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-VLR-62-31-122-31-12-2021.pdf | 2.4 | 27 | 251 | https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-VLR-62-31-122-31-12-2021.pdf | |||||
| VLR 62 (31) XD | |||||||||
| https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-ER-D891_VLU_62_122.pdf | 2.5 | 44 | 28.6 | 198 | 68.5 | https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-ER-D891_VLU_62_122.pdf | |||
| https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-D880-1_VLR_60-251_NEMA_US.PDF | 3 | 71 | 25.5 | 254 | 82 | https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Vaccum-pump-D880-1_VLR_60-251_NEMA_US.PDF | |||
| https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Vaccum-pump-C-VLR%2062-01-122-01-D882-IE3-US-Passive.pdf | 4 | 84.8 | 18 | 212 | 79 | https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Vaccum-pump-C-VLR%2062-01-122-01-D882-IE3-US-Passive.pdf | |||
| VLR 122 (01) XD | |||||||||
| https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-VLR-62-31-122-31-12-2021.pdf | 27 | 265 | 73 | https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-VLR-62-31-122-31-12-2021.pdf | |||||
| VLR 122 (31) XD | |||||||||
| https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-ER-D891_VLU_62_122.pdf | 85 | 28 | 198 | 79 | https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-ER-D891_VLU_62_122.pdf | ||||
| https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-D880-1_VLR_60-251_NEMA_US.PDF | 208-230-460/3/60 or 575/3/60 or XP-230-460/3/60 | 5 | 106 | 27 | 309 | 82 | https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-D880-1_VLR_60-251_NEMA_US.PDF | ||
| https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-D880-1_VLR_60-251_NEMA_US.PDF | 7.5 | 150 | 24 | 327 | 78 | 2 | |||
| https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-VLR-301-401-501-29.11.2021.pdf | 203 | 25.5 | 612 | 77 | https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Vacuum-pumps-D890-NEMA-US-1.pdf | ||||
| https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-C-VLR-OXY_2nd_7-24.pdf | https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-C-VLR-OXY_2nd_7-24.pdf | ||||||||
| VLR 301 XD | |||||||||
| https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-ER-D892_VLU_301.pdf | 10 | 188 | 29 | 477 | 77 | https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-ER-D892_VLU_301.pdf | |||
| https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-VLR-301-401-501-29.11.2021.pdf | 12 | 285 | 24 | 930 | 81 | 3 | https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Vacuum-pumps-D890-NEMA-US-1.pdf | ||
| https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-C-VLR-OXY_2nd_7-24.pdf | https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-C-VLR-OXY_2nd_7-24.pdf | ||||||||
| VLR 401 XD | |||||||||
| https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-ER-D893_VLU_401-501.pdf | 15 | 291 | 28 | 785 | 83 | https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-ER-D893_VLU_401-501.pdf | |||
| https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-VLR-301-401-501-29.11.2021.pdf | 15 | 355 | 24 | 1118 | 81 | https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Vacuum-pumps-D890-NEMA-US-1.pdf | |||
| https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-C-VLR-OXY_2nd_7-24.pdf | https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-C-VLR-OXY_2nd_7-24.pdf | ||||||||
| VLR 501 XD | |||||||||
| https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-ER-D893_VLU_401-501.pdf | 20 | 351 | 28.2 | 817 | 83 | https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom-ER-D893_VLU_401-501.pdf | |||
| https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom_VLR_1000_NEMA_US.PDF | 30 | 671 | 24 | 1803 | 4 | https://www.aircom.ca/b_pdf/ER_VP_C-Series/Aircom_VLR_1000_NEMA_US.PDF |
XD: Heavy duty | OXY: Oxygen-rich processes | XP: Explosion proof
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