An Introduction to UHV Pumps and Traps

There are many types of UHV pump available, each offering certain benefits over other competing designs. The choice of pump is therefore made after a combination of many factors has been assessed and rated by importance. These factors will include aspects such as running costs; lifetime and durability; ease of service; availability of spares; residual gas background, amongst many others.

VG Scienta has used and supplied almost every type of pump available through out its history with UHV system building. It has always been our policy to provide you with the correct pump suitable for your application, without compromise.

If you have a pumping application, we would be pleased to advise you on your best options; we have the advantage of being able to supply almost any type of pump from any manufacturer without being tied to any one producer.

Please do not hesitate to contact our technical support department or your local representative for further details.