165-1754 Bio-Rad Vacuum Pump

The Bio-Rad 165-1754 / 165-1755 Vacuum Pump and Vapor Trap provide a steady, non fluctuating vacuum. The Bio-Rad 165-1754 / 165-1755 Vacuum Pump and Vapor Trap are designed specifically for use with the Model 543 and 583 Gel Dryers and are particularly effective when used in conjunction with these gel dryers. The Vapor Trap’s purpose in this vacuum system is to remove liquids and vapors from the vacuum system and thus protect the Vacuum Pump from damage due to corrosion, increasing its lifetime substantially. During the process of drying electrophoresis gels, liquid and vapors are evolved from the gel. Water, solvents, and/or acids are typically drawn from electrophoresis gels through the vacuum line. Without adequate protection, they would be ingested by the vacuum pump, causing deterioration of performance and failure. An efficient means of collecting these contaminants is vital to successful operation of the system. The Vapor Trap condenses vapors to liquid form and continuously removes the liquid from the vacuum system. The Vapor Trap uses a patent pending liquid valve technology employing a corrosion resistant Pumping/Trapping Medium, which draws the condensed vapors from the vacuum system. The Vacuum Pump provided with this system is supplied with an internal continuous gas ballast for better protection against vapor condensation in the pump.