Custom vacuum pump vanes Engineered for your machine

Carbon graphite is used in many dry-running rotary vane vacuum pumps and compressors. Epoxy G11++ fibre and Kevlar composites are intended for different designs and working conditions. We do not select materials by appearance alone: pump make, model, lubrication, temperature and duty must be assessed before confirming suitability.

Yes. We assess vanes that are not listed in catalogues, difficult-to-source spares and discontinued equipment. We can work from nominal dimensions, an existing sample or a technical drawing. In addition to length, width and thickness, we review the material, bevels, grooves and quantity before confirming feasibility.

A bevel is a machined feature on one or more vane edges. Its position, direction and geometry may affect installation and movement inside the rotor slot. Not all vanes have a bevel, and there is no universal orientation. If you are unsure, include photographs of both broad faces and the edges.

These are machined features found on certain technical-fibre vanes. Their number, position and shape depend on the equipment design; they should not be added by default. Our reference G11++ vane has three transverse grooves on its broad face, while the pictured Kevlar Pharaontex 999 vane has none.

The minimum order for custom-made vanes is 4 units. You may request 4 or more vanes; we review dimensions, material and application before confirming feasibility, price and lead time. If the equipment manufacturer recommends replacing the complete rotor set, follow that guidance.

We need three dimensions in millimetres: length (L), width or height (W), and thickness (T). Use a suitable caliper and measure at several points. A worn vane may have lost nominal radial height, so compare the readings with an original reference, drawing or equipment manual whenever possible.

We can assess vanes for a range of vacuum-pump and compressor manufacturers, including older models with limited spare-part availability. Brand alone does not establish compatibility. The exact pump reference, geometry, material and operating conditions must be checked before treating a new vane as suitable.

A custom vane must reproduce the relevant requirements of the part specified for the equipment, including dimensions, material, finish, bevels and grooves where applicable. Two parts with identical overall dimensions do not necessarily perform identically. We review suitability before quoting rather than claiming universal equivalence.

Lead times depend on material availability, machining complexity, necessary checks and the quantity requested. The destination country and shipping method also affect delivery. We provide an estimated manufacturing and dispatch schedule with the quotation after reviewing the request; there is no single lead time for every custom vane.

There is no universal service life expressed in hours. Wear depends on the pump, load, actual operating temperature, rotor-slot condition, cleanliness and vane material. Reduced performance, unusual noise or a measurement outside the manufacturer’s wear limit are reasons to inspect the unit.

Before maintenance, stop the equipment, isolate its power supply and allow it to cool under the applicable safety procedure. Check the rotor, slots and possible wear debris. Bevel orientation and installation sequence vary by model: follow the equipment manufacturer’s instructions and never force the vanes into place. You can also consult our Spanish-language vane replacement and maintenance guide; the equipment manual remains authoritative.

Graphites and composite materials have different thermal, mechanical and chemical properties. A raw material’s temperature rating does not automatically equal the permitted operating temperature of a pump. To assess a suitable vane, we need to know the process, handled medium, lubrication and actual working conditions.

Provide the pump or compressor make and model, previous vane reference if available, length, width, thickness, material and quantity. You must indicate whether the pump runs dry or is oil-lubricated; contact us first if you do not know. Provide photos of both broad faces, bevels and grooves, or a dimensioned PDF drawing. The configurator also accepts CAD, DWG, DXF, STEP, STP, IGES and IGS files (one file, up to 3 MB). These details help us assess feasibility, pricing and expected manufacturing lead time.

Yes. We review special bevels, grooves, machined profiles and other non-standard geometries. A physical sample or dimensioned drawing helps identify critical details. Manufacturing feasibility depends on the shape, material and required tolerances and must be confirmed through technical review.

Yes. We help identify references, check dimensions, explain material differences and prepare custom-vane requests. If a pump has mechanical faults, diagnosis and repairs must be handled by qualified personnel. The aim is to specify a documented replacement appropriate to your application.