HC80 Oilless Air Pump | 17L/min, CE, 24h Continuous Duty

Why Choose the HC80 Oilless AC Air Pump

When a lab manager is frustrated by oil contamination shutting down a sensitive analytical instrument, the financial impact of delayed testing and expensive equipment repair mounts rapidly. Analytical devices, such as gas chromatographs and mass spectrometers, require an absolutely pure air supply to function correctly. Even microscopic oil vapor from a standard lubricated compressor can cause severe baseline drift, foul optical sensors, and completely invalidate crucial test results. The HC80 oilless air pump eliminates this risk entirely by delivering a completely clean, oil-free pneumatic supply. Engineered for reliability, this pump ensures that sensitive testing equipment remains fully operational without the constant threat of particulate or oil mist interference, protecting your critical data and extending the life of your expensive laboratory machinery.

• Power Efficiency: Operating at ≤110W for the 220V model and ≤90W for the 110V model, ensuring low energy consumption during continuous operation.
• Reliable Performance: Delivers a consistent air flow rate of 17L/min at a rated pressure of 140Kpa, utilizing a pressure parallel flow head configuration.
• Acoustic Control: Features ultra-quiet operation with noise levels restricted to ≤45dB(A) and ≤48dB(A), making it highly suitable for noise-sensitive indoor environments.
• Extended Durability: Capable of 24-hour continuous duty with a projected operational lifespan ranging from 10,000 to 70,000 hours.
• Motor Speeds: Operates at 1400rpm (50Hz) or 1700rpm (60Hz) to maintain stable pneumatic output under rated pressure.
• Global Compliance: Fully certified with CE, ISO 9001, and RoHS standards for unrestricted international market access.
• Compact Architecture: Measures just 145x75x125 mm with a net weight of 2.05kg, allowing for tight integration into OEM equipment.

Key Technical Specifications

Applications & Industries

The HC80 is meticulously engineered for precision environments where air purity is a strict operational requirement. In the sector of laboratory instruments, devices such as nitrogen generators, blood analyzers, and environmental monitoring stations demand a clean pneumatic supply. Because this unit is completely oil-free and operates quietly at ≤45dB(A), it integrates easily into benchtop equipment without disrupting technicians or skewing analytical data. For medical devices, OEM buyers specify this unit for non-invasive ventilators, dental chairs, and surgical aspiration systems. In these critical care environments, the capability for 24-hour continuous duty and zero contamination risk are absolute necessities for patient safety and equipment longevity.

Beyond the medical and scientific fields, the HC80 serves critical roles in food packaging and industrial automation. In food packaging facilities, machinery utilizing vacuum sealing, modified atmosphere packaging, or pneumatic sorting requires an air source that will not introduce hydrocarbons to consumable products. The 17L/min flow rate at 140Kpa provides consistent, clean force for pneumatic actuators, blow-off nozzles, and suction cups. Furthermore, in industrial automation, the extended 10,000 to 70,000-hour lifespan ensures that pick-and-place robots, packaging conveyors, and assembly line pneumatics run reliably. By utilizing an oilless design, factory managers reduce mandatory maintenance intervals, prevent costly manufacturing halts, and maintain a cleaner overall production environment.

Certifications & Compliance

Procuring components for international distribution requires strict adherence to global regulatory standards. The HC80 carries official CE certification, ensuring that it meets the rigorous health, safety, and environmental protection directives required for the European Economic Area. For OEM buyers, this means the pump can be safely incorporated into larger machinery without creating regulatory hurdles or compliance failures during final product CE marking and testing.

Additionally, the manufacturing facility for the HC80 operates under ISO 9001 quality management systems. This guarantees consistent production quality, rigorous testing protocols, and complete traceability for every unit shipped. The RoHS certification further confirms that the pump is manufactured without hazardous materials such as lead, mercury, or cadmium. This compliance is essential for meeting strict environmental and electronic waste regulations in Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia. Together, these certifications provide procurement engineers and technical managers with the essential documentation required to pass stringent vendor qualification audits and ensure supply chain reliability.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maintenance schedule for the HC80 given its continuous duty rating?

Because it utilizes a completely oilless design, the HC80 requires no lubrication checks, oil top-offs, or oil changes. It is rated for 24-hour continuous duty with an expected operational lifespan spanning from 10,000 to 70,000 hours. Routine maintenance is minimal and generally limited to inspecting and cleaning the intake filters to ensure the 17L/min flow rate at 140Kpa is not restricted by environmental dust accumulation.

Is the HC80 suitable for laboratory instruments in a quiet workspace?

Yes, the HC80 is highly suitable for noise-sensitive environments. The 220V HC80A model operates at a very quiet ≤45dB(A), while the 110V HC80B model operates at ≤48dB(A). This low acoustic output ensures that the pump can be installed directly inside desktop laboratory equipment or integrated into hospital rooms without creating a distracting noise environment for staff or patients.

What are the installation requirements for OEM integration?

The pump is highly compact, measuring 145x75x125 mm overall, with a standard installation mounting footprint of 95x65mm. Weighing only 2.05kg, it can be easily mounted within a machine chassis without adding excessive bulk. Buyers must ensure they select the correct voltage model—either the 220V/50Hz HC80A or the 110V/60Hz HC80B—to match their regional power grid and internal equipment power specifications.

Can this pump handle constant pressure applications?

The HC80 utilizes a pressure parallel flow head configuration designed to deliver a stable air flow rate of 17L/min at a rated pressure of 140Kpa. It is engineered to maintain this performance consistently, making it highly effective for applications requiring steady pneumatic pressure without fluctuation.