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Vacuum and Pressure Handbook: Basic Concepts

From Gast Group
 

 

This handbook examines two interrelated segments of pneumatic power: pressure and vacuum. That is, the development and utilization of air pressure and vacuum to meet specific work needs.

In terms of system equipment, this translates largely (but not exclusively) into the proper selection and sizing of commercial air compressors and vacuum pumps. The focus here is on smaller units-those appropriate to powering an individual machine or, at most, a small shop.


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Rotary vane vacuum pumps and systems move media through the pump using a rotating assembly in the pumping chamber. Typically, there are two or more rotating vanes that move the media from inlet to outlet. Rotary vane vacuum pumps are positive displacement pumps. Search by Specification | Learn more about Rotary Vane Vacuum Pumps and Systems
Vacuum pumps and vacuum generators provide sub-atmospheric pressure for a variety of industrial and scientific applications where a vacuum is required. Search by Specification | Learn more about Vacuum Pumps and Vacuum Generators
Venturi vacuum generators use the flow of motive fluid such as air, steam, or liquid to evacuate air. Search by Specification | Learn more about Venturi Vacuum Generators
Mechanical vacuum pumps and systems contain devices such as pistons, claws, scrolling spirals, and diaphragms to isolate and compress air. Search by Specification | Learn more about Mechanical Vacuum Pumps and Systems
Regenerative blowers are low pressure, high volume blowers that generate centrifugal airflow.  They are used in compression, vacuum, and industrial blower applications. Search by Specification | Learn more about Regenerative Blowers

Product Announcements
Gast Group - 3D Series Miniature Diaphragm Pump
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ANVER Corporation - Venturi Vacuum Pumps
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Travaini Pumps USA - Liquid Ring Vacuum Pumps
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Gast Group - Regenair® Regenerative Blower Catalog
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