Edwards RV3 Finnigan Rotary Vane Vacuum Pump 3.7 m3/h, 220-240V, 50/60Hz

The Edwards RV3 Finnigan Rotary Vane Vacuum Pump delivers reliable vacuum performance essential for advanced laboratory environments. Designed for biotechnology, molecular diagnostics, and bioprocessing applications, this vacuum pump supports controlled low-pressure conditions critical in synthetic biology research and biomanufacturing pipelines.

Key technical specifications include:

• Displacement: 3.7 m³/h at 50 Hz; 4.5 m³/h at 60 Hz
• Ultimate pressure: 2.0 x 10⁻³ mbar (1.5 x 10⁻³ Torr) suitable for high vacuum requirements
• Power supply: 220–240 V with a versatile universal motor compatible with 50/60 Hz frequency
• Motor power: 250 W at 50 Hz, 300 W at 60 Hz ensuring efficient operation
• Noise level: 48 dB(A) at 50 Hz, providing quiet operation in research labs
• Oil capacity: Minimum 0.42 litres, maximum 0.7 litres, supporting superior vapor handling for consistent pump longevity
• Inlet/Exhaust flange: NW25 standard for easy integration within vacuum systems
• Operating temperature range: 12–40°C, appropriate for varied laboratory conditions

The pump features a controlled valve opening mechanism to prevent pressure surges, enhancing system stability during operation. Its robust, oil-sealed rotary vane design ensures long service life and stable vacuum delivery. This vacuum pump is widely used in clinical diagnostics, cell imaging workflows, and live-cell imaging setups, where maintaining optimal vacuum is critical.

Manufactured in Czechia, the Edwards RV3 Finnigan vacuum pump is a trusted workhorse for laboratories, offering consistent performance under diverse research conditions. It is particularly critical in biomedical engineering and neuroscience applications requiring precise vacuum controls.

Its compact size and reliable function make the RV3 an integral component in vacuum systems within biotechnology labs focused on gene editing and molecular cloning workflows.