Dry running claw vacuum pump

Elmo Rietschle C-Series

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Oil-Free Claw Vacuum Pumps VLU Series

The VLU oil-free claw vacuum pumps from Elmo Rietschle are engineered for industrial applications requiring deep vacuum performance, low operating costs, and contamination-free operation. Designed with advanced dry claw technology, the VLU series delivers ultimate vacuum levels previously achievable only with oil-lubricated systems, while eliminating oil contamination, frequent maintenance, and disposal costs. As an authorized distributor, Aircom supports system selection, integration, and optimization to maximize reliability, energy efficiency, and total cost of ownership.

VLU Series – Sustainable Dry Claw Vacuum Technology

Ideal Applications

Continuous-duty vacuum processes requiring oil-free operation, deep vacuum capability, and reduced maintenance.

Typical Industries

Food packaging, beverage processing, pharmaceutical, medical, automation, plastics, recycling, and general industrial processing.

Key Advantages

Oil-free dry claw technology
Ultimate vacuum up to 29.1 inHg
Lower maintenance and operating costs
Quiet operation with integrated cooling
Contact-free compression with virtually zero wear
Excellent energy efficiency and reduced TCO

Business Profile

Industrial facilities seeking reliable vacuum performance, contamination-free operation, and long-term energy savings in demanding 24/7 environments.

Why Choose VLU Oil-Free Claw Vacuum Pumps?

The VLU series combines deep vacuum capability, energy efficiency, and sustainable operation in a compact industrial platform. Compared to traditional claw and liquid ring technologies, the VLU delivers:

Up to 49% lower energy consumption
Up to 96% lower annual maintenance costs
Up to 25% reduction in total cost of ownership
Up to 17% deeper vacuum than conventional claw technology

Its patented claw air-end design ensures high reliability, stable vacuum levels, and excellent long-term performance across a wide range of industrial processes.

Technical Features

Dry, contact-free claw compression
Oil-free operation — no process contamination
Air-cooled design with integrated cooling fan
Integrated silencing hood for quieter operation
Suitable for humid and wet processes
Heavy-duty XD versions available
IE3 NEMA Premium motors

Technical Specifications, 60 Hz

Model	HP	Ultimate Vacuum (inHg)	ACFM (60 Hz)
VLU 62	2.5	28.6	44
VLU 122	4	28.4	85
VLU 301	10	29.0	188
VLU 401	15	28.2	291
VLU 501	20	28.2	351

Aircom Expertise

As an authorized distributor of Elmo Rietschle solutions, Aircom provides:

Technical vacuum system analysis
Equipment selection and sizing
Industrial integration support
Preventive maintenance programs
OEM parts and technical service
Long-term energy optimization

Our specialists help industrial facilities select the right dry claw vacuum technology based on process requirements, vacuum levels, operating conditions, and energy objectives.