Edwards E2M30 Rotary Vane Vacuum Pump with Gas Ballast and Thermal Overload Protection, 240V 50/60Hz

The Edwards E2M30 is a robust *rotary vane vacuum pump* engineered for reliable vacuum generation in both laboratory and industrial biotechnology environments. It features a *single-phase motor* equipped with thermal overload protection, ensuring safe operation during prolonged use and high-demand vacuum applications such as *mass spectrometry*, *vacuum distillation*, *sterilization*, and *refrigeration dehydration*.

Key technical attributes include:

• Ultimate pumping speed optimized for continuous operation with minimal noise output
• Gas ballast valve that enhances water vapor tolerance, critical for processes involving vapor handling and preventing condensation in the oil, thus extending pump life
• Pressure die-cast oil box design which prevents oil leaks, ensuring clean and efficient vacuum generation
• Motor housing is totally enclosed and cooled by a dedicated fan, maintaining thermal stability and motor longevity
• Flexible coupling design facilitates easier integration with various vacuum systems in bioprocessing and molecular diagnostics workflows

Weighted at 54.43 kilograms (120 lbs), the E2M30 pump operates at 240V and supports both 50Hz and 60Hz frequencies, making it compatible with global laboratory infrastructure. Its versatility and reliable vapor handling ability make it a preferred choice in *synthetic biology research*, *biomanufacturing pipelines*, and *clinical diagnostics* environments where consistent high vacuum quality is paramount.

This vacuum pump is essential for maintaining controlled environments in experimental setups, widely used in biotechnology laboratories requiring efficient vapor handling and stable vacuum performance under demanding conditions.