Schmalz Inc: Modular vacuum pumps

Type SMP modular vacuum pumps from Schmalz (Raleigh, NC) provide a complete integrated vacuum solution using optimized venturi nozzles (5 sizes), control solenoid valves for turning on/off the compressed air, solenoid valves for converting suction to blow-off, vacuum switches, safety check valves, filters, and silencers.

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During the blow-off mode, an internal piston diverts 100% of the compressed air supply through the vacuum port to create a fast workpiece-release time. For applications involving nonporous loads such as plastic, glass, sheet metal and others.

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