Description
VPHF-SERIES HIGH FLOW VACUUM GENERATORS
High flow electric powered vacuum generators for porous applications
Product Overview
VPHF-9 shown
Designed only for porous applications where constant vacuum at the pads is required to hold the load – plywood, OSB, particle board, wood bi-product panels, cement board, dry wall and foam core board.
- High capacity pumps, large filters and gauges for demanding production environments
- Sturdy welded frame, ruggedly built for dusty industrial use
- Works with a wide assortment of pad attachments and lifting beams
- Standard pads must be modified for high flow – usually larger vacuum hose, fittings and ports
Note: This series of high flow generators cannot be used on non-porous loads.
Features
Front mounted controls and gauge
Manifold vacuum gauge on the manifold block for continuous monitoring. Control box has a master on/off switch and circuit breaker – 3 phase power required for the large pump motors.
Ergonomic adjustable front handlebar
Large loop handlebar to maneuver the load without touching it. Release needs two hands on the spring loaded levers for safety.
Regenerative pumps
Compact, quiet, vibration-free vacuum from high-strength materials. Little maintenance beyond keeping the filter clean. 3 phase power required – have an electrician wire the correct plugs and cords.
Vacuum relief valve
Easy adjustable VRV protects the pump from dead-head damage by bleeding in a small amount of cooling air. For highly porous loads only.
Vacuum filter
High capacity FLT-3 filter (10 micron, 138 SCFM) mounted on the side of the lifting frame for easy inspection and cleaning.
Frame construction
Fully welded frame rated 2950 lb (1338 kg) for 3″ sq. and 3″ x 6″ beams with mounting hardware – sized for large, bulky porous panels.
Application Examples
Application Notes
No check valve, no vacuum reservoir. Neither would help on a porous load: if the pump stops, air leaks straight through the material under the pads and the load drops. Keep workers well clear of loads at all times.
These lifters are exempt from ANSI specifications because they cannot hold vacuum – air passes through the material.
Separating sheets from a stack
On tight stacks of smooth surfaced porous panels, vacuum pulls through the top sheet into the panels below. To lift a single sheet, break it free first – move it by hand, blow compressed air under it, or take a preliminary lift on one corner.
High Flow Generator Specifications
| Generator model | VPHF-4 | VPHF-41 | VPHF-9 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rated load capacity [lbs (kg)] | 2950 (1338) | 2950 (1338) | 2950 (1338) |
| Approx. unit weight [lbs (kg)] | 270 (123) | 315 (143) | 350 (159) |
| Fits tube size | 3×3 (76×76) 3×6 (76×153) |
3×3 (76×76) 3×6 (76×153) |
3×3 (76×76) 3×6 (76×153) |
| A maximum headroom 3″ x 3″ beams [in. (mm)] | 34.13 (867) | 34.13 (867) | 34.13 (867) |
| A maximum headroom 3″ x 6″ beams [in. (mm)] | 37.13 (943) | 37.13 (943) | 37.13 (943) |
| B unit width [in. (mm)] | 41.2 (1047) | 41.2 (1047) | 41.2 (1047) |
| C hardware centers [in. (mm)] | 9 (228) | 9 (228) | 9 (228) |
| D handlebar length [in. (mm)] | 48 (1219) | 48 (1219) | 48 (1219) |
| E unit depth [in. (mm)] | 14.75 (375) | 18 (457) | 11.38 (289) |
| F handlebar height 3″ x 3″ beams [in. (mm)] | 12.31 (313) | 12.31 (313) | 12.31 (313) |
| F handlebar height 3″ x 6″ beams [in. (mm)] | 15.31 (389) | 15.31 (389) | 15.31 (389) |
| Pump capacity [SCFM] | 220 (370) | 114 (193) @ 50Hz 138 (234) @ 60Hz |
120 (203) |
| Maximum vacuum at sea level [in. Hg (mbar)] | 12 (406) | 12.9 (436) | 18 (609) |
| Incoming power requirement AC | 230/460/575V 3PH/50-60Hz |
230/460V 3PH/50-60Hz |
230/460/575V 3PH/50-60Hz |
| Vacuum pump | VB4HF | VB41HF-FR | VB9HV |
| Replacement filter element | FLT-3E | FLT-3E and FLTE41-PA / FLTE41-PO |
FLT-3E |
NOTE: When using VPHF-(Series) generators 230/460/575V, 3 phase power is required.
A · B · C · D · E · F dimensions
High Flow Vacuum Lifting Frames
L50M2-110FP-HF*
Built to order from stock modular components – hundreds of combinations depending on the vacuum generator, beam, crossarms and foam vacuum cups selected.
- Attach/release controls mounted on the generator handlebar
- Locking hand knobs on the adjustable vacuum pad, slide assemblies and crossarms
- L50M2-61FP-HF, -86FP-HF and -110FP-HF two pad frames handle particle board and plywood up to 500 lb (227 kg)
- Porous panels only – keep workers well clear of loads; exempt from ANSI specifications
*Lifting frame shown with vacuum generator and/or optional accessories, not included.
High flow lift frame specifications
| Lifting frame number | L50M2-61FP-HF | L50M2-86FP-HF | L50M2-110FP-HF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rated load capacity [lbs (kg)] | 500 (227) | 500 (227) | 500 (227) |
| Unit weight [lbs (kg)] | 135 (62) | 150 (68) | 164 (75) |
| A pad size [in. (mm)] | 12 x 21 (305 x 534) | 12 x 21 (305 x 534) | 12 x 21 (305 x 534) |
| B lifting frame headroom [in. (mm)] | 6.9 (175) | 6.9 (175) | 6.9 (175) |
| C beam length [in. (mm)] | 63 (1600) | 88 (2235) | 112 (2845) |
| D hardware mounting centers [in. (mm)] | 9 (229) | 9 (229) | 9 (229) |
| E pad distances maximum [in. (mm)] | 66 (1676) | 91 (2311) | 115 (2921) |
| E pad distances minimum [in. (mm)] | 34 (864) | 34 (864) | 34 (864) |
| F pad distances maximum [in. (mm)] | 75 (1905) | 100 (2540) | 124 (3149) |
| F pad distances minimum [in. (mm)] | 43 (1093) | 43 (1093) | 43 (1093) |
| Maximum sheet size [ft (m)] | 8 x 6 (2.4 x 1.8) | 10 x 6 (3.0 x 1.8) | 12 x 6 (3.7 x 1.8) |
| Seal number | FR120210 | FR120210 | FR120210 |
| Optional parking stands | PS-150-3X3 | PS-150-3X3 | PS-150-3X3 |
NOTE: When using with VPHF-(Series) generators 230/460/575V, 3 phase power is required.
A · B · C · D · E · F dimensions
Various plate sizes can be handled by adjusting the vacuum pad positions on the beam – vacuum pads in fully extended position to handle maximum plate size, or moved inwards to handle shorter plate.
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