{"id":421,"date":"2021-06-28T14:47:00","date_gmt":"2021-06-28T14:47:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/beckerpumps.com\/latam\/?p=421"},"modified":"2025-12-12T12:44:56","modified_gmt":"2025-12-12T12:44:56","slug":"how-to-determine-the-cost-of-a-vacuum-pump","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/beckerpumps.com\/latam\/news\/how-to-determine-the-cost-of-a-vacuum-pump\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Determine the Cost of a Vacuum Pump"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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For manufacturers and resellers, calculating the true cost of a vacuum pump before purchasing is often a challenge. We look at the real factors that affect what you\u2019ll pay for a new vacuum solution.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

One of the first things an OEM wants to know when they\u2019re in the market for a new vacuum pump is, \u201cwhat\u2019s it going to cost?\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sourcing a new vacuum pump solution is a significant decision, and it\u2019s not something the average buyer does every day. There\u2019s no wonder it isn\u2019t easy to nail down a price, especially with all the features and technology available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

That\u2019s why we made this post; to help you identify the variables that influence the cost of a vacuum pump.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Consider Factors Impacting Vacuum Pump Pricing<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

For a deeper look into the cost of a vacuum pump, it helps to understand standard pump technologies, their operating principles, and how your application affects pump operation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pump technology<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

One of the first things to figure out is what kind of pump you need. We\u2019ll focus on positive displacement pumps in this post.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oil-lubricated rotary vane<\/strong> pumps generally have the lowest initial cost because this technology is the oldest and the manufacturing process is well-established.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The initial cost of a vacuum pump with oil-less rotary vane<\/strong> technology is slightly more than an oil-lubricated unit. Touchless pump technology<\/strong> (hook & claw) is the most expensive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Flow rate<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A pump\u2019s flow rate is a measure of the gas (or vapor) volume that the unit can move in a given time interval, typically measured in cubic feet per minute (cfm). Sometimes flow rate is referred to as \u201cpumping speed\u201d or \u201cair displacement\u201d.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Your application will have a minimum flow rate a pump must deliver in order to achieve the desired vacuum level. If you\u2019re using a pump that can\u2019t generate enough flow, the unit may take too long to complete its job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Vacuum level<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The pressure differential between an evacuated area and the adjacent atmosphere is known as the vacuum level, and it\u2019s measured using Hg or Torr. Vacuum levels can be grouped broadly as Low \/ Rough, Medium, and High.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Because the more air (or gas or vapor) a vacuum pump removes, the harder it has to work. Hence, pumping speeds are not constant, and flow rate decreases as the pump works to form a perfect vacuum.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s essential to consider the working flow rate at the vacuum level your application requires. Otherwise, a pump manufacturer has no way to ensure a unit\u2019s efficiency and effectiveness.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Available voltage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Voltage is the amount of potential energy between two points on a circuit. A pump\u2019s motor must match the available voltage level. Voltage typically depends on location; for example, a unit could be wired directly into a building or installed as a component within a piece of mobile equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Voltage affects the size and positioning of pump parts and also influences the motor\u2019s power efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ambient conditions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The ambient conditions surrounding a vacuum pump, specifically the temperature and atmospheric pressure, significantly affect a unit\u2019s performance as well as its cost.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ambient temperature is critical because operating a pump generates heat, which affects the unit\u2019s service life and performance. Atmospheric pressure impacts pump effectiveness at high altitudes\u2014a unit\u2019s maximum vacuum potential decreases about 30% for every 1,000 feet of elevation gain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Application<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Vacuum pump selection is dependent on the unit\u2019s application and the system it\u2019s connected to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Applications such as lifting and work-holding, including secondary-packaging or CNC, typically use a low to medium vacuum system. Applications like thermoforming often require a unit that can deliver a high vacuum level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

To enhance pump performance as it relates to your specific application, Becker Pumps offers a selection of useful accessories<\/a>. Some of our most frequently requested additions include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n