DVP LC12 Rotary Vane Vacuum Pump
The DVP LC12 is a compact oil lubricated rotary vane vacuum pump designed for dependable vacuum generation in packaging machinery, food processing equipment and OEM applications.
It is suitable for filling and sealing machines, food packaging, food processing machinery, PET container production and industrial applications requiring reliable continuous vacuum performance.
Vacuum Pumps UK is the UK & Ireland Master Agent for DVP Vacuum Technology.
Pump Type
Oil Lubricated
rotary vane pump
Capacity
12 m³/h
at 50 Hz
Ultimate Vacuum
2 mbar
absolute
Motor Power
0.45 / 0.54
kW 50Hz / 60Hz
DVP LC12 Overview
The DVP LC12 is an oil lubricated rotary vane vacuum pump developed for machinery and industrial processes that require dependable, stable vacuum performance in a compact installation.
It is particularly suitable for food packaging and processing equipment, including filling and sealing machinery, as well as production equipment used in the manufacture of PET containers.
The continuously operating gas ballast helps the pump manage applications where moisture or vapour may enter the vacuum system. Its floating oil recovery valve and exhaust mist eliminator help control oil circulation and exhaust emissions when the pump is correctly operated and maintained.
Typical Applications
The DVP LC12 is suitable for machinery and production processes where compact design, reliable operation and oil lubricated rotary vane performance are required.
› Filling and sealing machines
› Vacuum packaging systems
› Automatic packaging machines
› PET container production
› Bottle and container machinery
› Skin Packaging Machines
› General industrial vacuum processes
Why Choose the DVP LC12?
The LC12 is a practical choice where a customer needs a compact and well-supported oil lubricated vacuum pump for packaging, processing or OEM machinery.
Standard features include an oil check valve, exhaust mist eliminator, floating oil recovery valve, continuously operating gas ballast and thermal protection on single-phase versions.
Vacuum Pumps UK can support the DVP LC12 with pump selection, replacement advice, service support, accessories, spare parts and technical assistance.
Key LC12 Features
Oil Check Valve
The oil check valve helps isolate the equipment and restrict oil suck-back when the pump is stopped under vacuum.
Exhaust Mist Eliminator
The exhaust mist eliminator helps reduce oil mist emissions and supports cleaner operation when the pump is correctly maintained.
Floating Oil Recovery Valve
The floating oil recovery valve helps return separated oil to the pump and supports efficient oil circulation during operation.
Continuous Gas Ballast
The continuously operating gas ballast helps improve the pump’s ability to manage moisture and condensable vapours entering the vacuum system.
Repair or Replace Your Existing Pump?
Replacement is not always the only answer. If your existing vacuum pump is in reasonable condition, a service or repair may be more economical.
Replacement may make more sense if the pump is badly worn, repeatedly failing, using excessive oil, running hot, becoming noisy or if spare parts are becoming difficult to obtain.
We can help compare the options and advise whether your best route is repair, refurbishment, a direct replacement or a DVP alternative.
Replacement Pump Guide
Replacing an Oil Lubricated Pump?
If your existing oil lubricated vacuum pump has become noisy, unreliable, is losing vacuum or is no longer economical to repair, the DVP LC12 may be a suitable replacement option.
Replacing a Packaging Machine Pump?
The LC12 can be considered for filling, sealing and food packaging machinery where its capacity, vacuum level and installation details meet the required duty.
Replacing an OEM Machine Pump?
For OEM equipment and on-board machine integration, we can review the existing pump, operating cycle and installation before recommending whether the LC12 is suitable.
Replacing Another Make?
Send us the pump make, model number or a photograph of the nameplate and we will advise the nearest suitable DVP option. DVP pumps are well-regarded alternatives to brands such as Busch, Becker, Elmo Rietschle and Leybold.
Not Sure Which Pump You Need?
Do not worry if your existing vacuum pump or application is not listed above. Vacuum Pumps UK regularly helps customers replace vacuum pumps from many manufacturers, including older and obsolete models.
If your current pump is becoming unreliable, losing vacuum, producing excessive exhaust mist, becoming expensive to repair or parts are becoming difficult to obtain, the DVP LC12 may provide a practical replacement.
Accessories, Oil, Service and Support
Accessories
Optional accessories are available for DVP vacuum pumps, depending on the application and installation.
Vacuum Pump Oil
The LC12 is supplied with DVP BV32 oil. Using the correct oil is important for vacuum performance, pump life and reliable operation.
Spare Parts
DVP spare parts are available for routine maintenance and pump repairs.
Service Support
Full service and repair support is available through our sister company, VacAir Superstore, one of the UK’s leading independent vacuum pump service specialists.
DVP LC12 Frequently Asked Questions
What type of vacuum pump is the DVP LC12?
The DVP LC12 is an oil lubricated rotary vane vacuum pump designed for packaging, processing, OEM and general industrial vacuum applications.
What applications is the DVP LC12 used for?
Typical applications include filling and sealing machines, food packaging equipment, food processing machinery, PET container production and OEM machine integration.
Does the DVP LC12 have a gas ballast?
Yes. The LC12 has a continuously operating gas ballast to assist when moisture or condensable vapours may enter the pump.
Does the LC12 include an exhaust mist eliminator?
Yes. The LC12 is equipped with an exhaust mist eliminator to help control exhaust oil mist when the pump is correctly maintained.
What oil is supplied with the DVP LC12?
The pump is supplied with DVP BV32 vacuum pump oil.
Can the DVP LC12 replace another vacuum pump?
Potentially, yes. The capacity, ultimate vacuum, motor specification, installation and application should be checked before confirming the correct replacement.
Can you help with service and repair?
Yes. Vacuum Pumps UK can help with pump selection and replacement advice, while service and repair support is available through our sister company VacAir Superstore.
Need a DVP LC12 or Replacement Vacuum Pump?
Contact Vacuum Pumps UK for DVP LC12 prices, availability, technical advice and replacement pump recommendations.
Send us your existing pump model and we will advise the nearest suitable DVP option.




