Elmo Rietschle VCE100 Vacuum Pump
The Elmo Rietschle VCE100 is the largest model in the VCE15–100 group, providing 100 m³/h at 50Hz for higher-capacity industrial vacuum duties. Published performance is 100 / 120 m³/h at 50Hz / 60Hz with an ultimate pressure of 10.0 mbar absolute.
The VCE100 provides the highest nominal pumping speed in the VCE15–100 family covered by the original Rietschle operating literature. Its 100 / 120 m³/h capacity makes it relevant to larger packaging, forming, handling and process installations where a 10 mbar absolute ultimate pressure is sufficient.
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Pump Type
Oil Lubricated
rotary vane
Capacity
100 / 120
m³/h 50Hz / 60Hz
Ultimate Vacuum
10.0 mbar
absolute
Motor 3PH
2.20 / 3.00
kW 50Hz / 60Hz
Elmo Rietschle VCE100 Overview
The VCE100 provides the highest nominal pumping speed in the VCE15–100 family covered by the original Rietschle operating literature. Its 100 / 120 m³/h capacity makes it relevant to larger packaging, forming, handling and process installations where a 10 mbar absolute ultimate pressure is sufficient.
Original Rietschle operating instructions describe the VCA and VCE families as oil-flooded rotary vane vacuum pumps. They use inlet mesh filtration and exhaust-side oil-mist separation with oil recirculation. The same literature distinguishes the ranges by final pressure: VCA models are rated to 0.5 mbar absolute, while VCE models are rated to 10 mbar absolute.
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.
The three-phase motor rating for the VCE100 is 2.20 / 3.00 kW at 50Hz / 60Hz. Exact voltage, phase, motor build and pump configuration should always be checked from the installed unit.
Elmo Rietschle VCE100 Technical Specifications
| Model | Nominal Capacity m³/h 50Hz / 60Hz |
Ultimate Vacuum mbar abs. 50Hz / 60Hz |
Motor 3PH kW 50Hz / 60Hz |
| VCE100 | 100 / 120 | 10.0 / 10.0 | 2.20 / 3.00 |
Typical Applications
› larger packaging and processing machinery
› central vacuum installations
› vacuum forming and plastics machinery
› printing and paper converting equipment
› materials handling and lifting systems
› continuous industrial 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 LC106
Oil lubricated rotary vane vacuum pump
Comparable DVP Alternative
Consider the DVP LC106
The DVP LC106 is particularly close in nominal capacity at 106 / 127 m³/h compared with 100 / 120 m³/h for the VCE100. The DVP pump has a deeper stated ultimate pressure of 0.1 mbar absolute, often proving beneficial to the application.
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 VCE100 Replacement Comparison
The figures below provide a quick initial comparison. They do not establish interchangeability without checking the machine and its operating conditions.
| Specification | VCE100 | DVP LC106 |
| Nominal Capacity 50Hz | 100 m³/h | 106 m³/h |
| Nominal Capacity 60Hz | 120 m³/h | 127 m³/h |
| Ultimate Vacuum | 10.0 mbar abs. | 0.1 mbar abs. |
Elmo Rietschle VCE100 Parts, Oil, Service and Repair
Many established Rietschle rotary vane pumps remain repairable, so replacement is not necessarily the only option. 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 VCE100 Frequently Asked Questions
What type of vacuum pump is the Elmo Rietschle VCE100?
It is an oil lubricated rotary vane vacuum pump intended for industrial vacuum duty.
What is the nominal pumping capacity?
The published capacity is 100 m³/h at 50Hz and 120 m³/h at 60Hz.
What ultimate vacuum can the VCE100 achieve?
The stated ultimate pressure is 10.0 mbar absolute.
Can an existing VCE100 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 LC106 as a possible alternative. The final choice must be based on the required operating point and physical installation, not model capacity alone.
Need Support for an Elmo Rietschle VCE100?
Contact Vacuum Pumps UK for replacement advice, or VacAir support for spare parts, separators, oil, servicing and workshop repair.
We can help you decide whether to maintain, repair or replace the existing pump.
