Busch R5 Series RA 0040 Rotary Vane Vacuum Pump

Busch R5 Series RA 0040 Rotary Vane Vacuum Pump

The Busch RA 0040-A005-1001 is a heavy-duty, oil-lubricated rotary vane vacuum pump. Its primary job is to pull air and gases out of an enclosed space to create a reliable industrial vacuum.

Specs:

• Displacement / Flow Rate: 28 CFM (Cubic Feet per Minute)
• Typical Motor Requirements: Commonly paired with a 2 HP motor running at 230/460V

Its most common uses include:

• Food Packaging: Preserving freshness by removing oxygen from meat, cheese, and coffee pouches
• Manufacturing & Molding: Sucking air out of plastics and resins to eliminate structural bubbles before they harden
• Material Handling: Powering vacuum cups on robotic arms to lift heavy glass, metal, or boxes
• Woodworking: Securing large sheets of wood to CNC router tables using suction instead of clamps

Powered by a Toshiba 2 HP 3-Phase Induction Motor

• Model No: B0024FLB2AM
• Speed (RPM): 1730 RPM (4-pole design)
• Voltage: 208-230 / 460 Volts AC (60 Hz)
• Amperage (Current Draw): 6.3 - 6.0 Amps at Low Voltage / 3.0 Amps at High Voltage (460V)
• Duty Cycle: Continuous (CONT.) at a maximum ambient temperature of 40°C