Elmo Rietschle V-VCS 300 Vacuum Pump
The Elmo Rietschle V-VCS 300 is an oil flooded vane pump and is largest model in the V-VCS 200–301 group, providing 300 m³/h at 50Hz for higher-capacity industrial vacuum duties. Published performance is 300 / 360 m³/h at 50Hz / 60Hz with an ultimate pressure of 0.5 mbar absolute.
The V-VCS 300 increases nominal pumping speed to 300 / 360 m³/h while retaining the standard V-VCS ultimate pressure of 0.5 mbar absolute. It is aimed at larger machinery, faster evacuation cycles and installations with a higher continuous gas load than the V-VCS 200.
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Pump Type
Oil Lubricated
rotary vane
Capacity
300 / 360
m³/h 50Hz / 60Hz
Ultimate Vacuum
0.5 mbar
absolute
Motor
5.5 & 7.5 / 9.0
kW published configurations
Elmo Rietschle V-VCS 300 Overview
The V-VCS 300 increases nominal pumping speed to 300 / 360 m³/h while retaining the standard V-VCS ultimate pressure of 0.5 mbar absolute. It is aimed at larger machinery, faster evacuation cycles and installations with a higher continuous gas load than the V-VCS 200.
Oil lubricates the internal mechanism, assists sealing and helps control operating temperature. Oil condition, inlet restriction, separator condition and internal wear should therefore all be considered when an existing pump has lost performance.
Published motor options for the V-VCS 300 is 5.5 & 7.5 / 9.0 kW at 50Hz / 60Hz. Exact voltage, phase, motor build and pump configuration should always be checked from the installed unit.
Elmo Rietschle V-VCS 300 Technical Specifications
| Model | Nominal Capacity m³/h 50Hz / 60Hz |
Ultimate Vacuum mbar abs. 50Hz / 60Hz |
Motor kW 50Hz / 60Hz |
| V-VCS 300 | 300 / 360 | 0.5 / 0.5 | 5.5 & 7.5 / 9.0 |
Typical Applications
› high-throughput packaging and processing machinery
› central vacuum installations
› vacuum forming and plastics machinery
› printing and paper converting equipment
› materials handling and lifting systems
› higher-capacity continuous evacuation duties
The correct pump depends on more than nominal capacity. Required working pressure, evacuation time, pipe losses, process gas, vapour or contamination load and duty cycle can all affect selection.
For replacement work, the existing pump nameplate and photographs of the installation provide a useful starting point.
DVP LC305
Oil lubricated rotary vane vacuum pump
Comparable DVP Alternative
Consider the DVP LC305
The DVP LC305 is a very close capacity alternative at 305 / 365 m³/h compared with 300 / 360 m³/h for the V-VCS 300. The DVP LC305 provides a deeper vacuum making the LC305 a logical DVP pump to assess where the exact Elmo Rietschle model is not essential.
Headline specifications are only the first stage of a replacement check. Pumping speed at the actual operating pressure, dimensions, mounting points, inlet and exhaust connections, motor supply and available installation space must also be considered.
Vacuum Pumps UK is the UK and Ireland Master Agent for DVP Vacuum Technology.
Elmo Rietschle V-VCS 300 Replacement Comparison
The figures below provide a quick initial comparison. They do not establish interchangeability without checking the machine and its operating conditions.
| Specification | V-VCS 300 | DVP LC305 |
| Nominal Capacity 50Hz | 300 m³/h | 305 m³/h |
| Nominal Capacity 60Hz | 360 m³/h | 365 m³/h |
| Ultimate Vacuum | 0.5 mbar abs. | 0.1 mbar abs. |
Elmo Rietschle V-VCS 300 Parts, Oil, Service and Repair
Routine maintenance and pump condition should be assessed before a complete replacement is assumed necessary. A loss of vacuum can result from service condition, leakage, exhaust separation problems or internal wear.
VacAir Superstore can assist with Elmo Rietschle service parts, oil separators, vacuum pump oil, routine maintenance and workshop repair.
Spare Parts
Service and repair components can be identified from the model and pump build.
Oil Separators
Correct exhaust separation helps control oil mist and supports oil recirculation.
Vacuum Pump Oil
Oil grade and condition are important to lubrication, sealing and pump performance.
Service & Maintenance
Routine service can include oil, filters, separators, inspection and vacuum testing.
Repair & Overhaul
Workshop strip-down and inspection can establish whether overhaul remains economical.
Elmo Rietschle V-VCS 300 Frequently Asked Questions
What type of vacuum pump is the Elmo Rietschle V-VCS 300?
It is a single-stage oil lubricated rotary vane vacuum pump intended for industrial vacuum duty.
What is the nominal pumping capacity?
The published capacity is 300 m³/h at 50Hz and 360 m³/h at 60Hz.
What ultimate vacuum can the V-VCS 300 achieve?
The stated ultimate pressure is 0.5 mbar absolute.
Can an existing V-VCS 300 be serviced or repaired?
Potentially, yes. The practical choice depends on internal condition, parts availability and the fault. VacAir can investigate performance loss and provide servicing or workshop repair.
What DVP replacement should be considered?
Vacuum Pumps UK can assess the DVP LC305 as a possible alternative. The final choice must be based on the required operating point and physical installation, not model capacity alone.
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We can help you decide whether to maintain, repair or replace the existing pump.
