Below is a list of questions that we get asked on a regular basis, Please take a few minutes to read them and hopefully they will answer your questions.
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We have a video on our Vacuum Degassing kits page to show you the step-by-step process for you to learn the whole process from start to finish.
You will need some sort of Vacuum Chamber, a Vacuum Pump, and the fittings to go between the two. Take a look at our Vacuum Degassing kits page and decide which bits you need. Applied Vacuum Engineering can supply most equipment off the shelf with very short delivery times.
Take a look at our Vacuum degassing Page and decide whether you need a complete kit or just a Vacuum Chamber
We have sold our Industrial Vacuum Equipment to the UK and Worldwide businesses. Just get in touch at the time of purchase for exact delivery times and prices.
The size of the chamber will depend on the expansion of the substance that is being degassed. Some Resin can expand up to 4-5 times its original size. Please feel free to contact us for further advise.
We have a video on our Vacuum Degassing kits page to show you the step-by-step process for you to learn the whole process from start to finish.
Yes Applied Vacuum Engineering have everything to suit your Vacuum Degassing needs. If you need a higher capacity Vacuum pump for a current system or just need to get started with a small setup then just get in touch with us here.
Yes AVE have Vacuum Degassing Kits that are complete ‘Ready to go’ systems. Take a look at our Degassing Kits Page.
The pump down time for a Clean Chamber will depend on the size of the Vacuum Chamber and the size of the Vacuum Pump. We have a calculator to work this out so please contact us before purchase so we get the right equipment to you the first time.
It would depend on the specification of the substance being degassed but to be on the safe side just try a small amount first and build things up.
We can supply the complete system or just some of the items to go along with your current setup. The difference is that the kit will be supplied with a Vacuum Pump and all the connections that you need to get started right away.
Applied Vacuum Engineering can supply any size vacuum pump. We would need to know what your process is so we can give you the best advise to get you started.
Once part A and part B are mechanically mixed together, ‘pot life’ refers to the amount of time that the applicator has to work with the material before it begins to chemically cure and harden.
Check the Specification from the manufacturer of the Resin etc.
Applied Vacuum Engineering have an extensive stock of Vacuum Degassing Chambers in stock for delivery within just a few days.
AVE can supply Vacuum regulator valves, barometrically compensated Gauges, mixing buckets, wheels for the big degassing pots, ‘L’ Gaskets and many more items for your existing units or we can fit these items to your new systems before they get shipped to you. See our Accessories page here.
At Applied Vacuum we have a vacuum pump for every budget and can usually find one to suit your needs.
Please contact us with further details of the work that you are doing and we will help you get the right pump for your project.
AVE have a full range of Vacuum Degassing Equipment in stock from the DP-1.5-KIT to the DP-118-KIT. Take a look at this site to find a size that suits your needs.
Yes we can fit wheels to our largest degassing chambers because we know just how awkward they can be to lift. Just let us know at the time of purchase if you would like the additional wheels. (Cost is £30)
Yes and we have lots of other accessories available for you. Just take a look at our accessories page for further details.