Vacuum Test Pump

Cat Class:
944-9961

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Product description

Our vacuum test pump is a powerful and portable piece of manhole vacuum testing equipment. Powered by an air compressor, this manhole vacuum tester rental draws a 10-inch mercury vacuum in about two minutes for a 15-foot-deep manhole, operating at 18 cubic feet per minute (CFM). It also features a reliable Honda engine with low-oil shutoff to prevent engine failure. We carry trusted brands like Cherne.
  • Requires air compressor for power source
  • Optional wheel kit available for jobsite portability
  • 18 CFM
  • 10 in. Hg target vacuum
  • Uses: Ideal for portable manhole vacuum testing
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Product specifications

When you rent an item from this cat-class, you may receive any of several models of equipment we have available. Please see the information below for a list of models you might receive and the specification ranges of those models.

 

Model Specifications

CFM (vac. pump)

18 CFM at 10 in. Hg

Power Source

Air compressor

 

Possible models:

Cherne 278088

 

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Transportation considerations

You can get your rental in a few different ways. When making your choice, please take into account the below considerations. Transportation not provided by United Rentals is at your own risk. For any questions, call us at .

Grab and go

  • Customer must be able to properly secure equipment
  • Vehicle should be large enough to accommodate the equipment dimensions/weight
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Get a trailer

  • Rent one from United Rentals or use your own
  • Customer must be able to properly secure equipment and/or trailer
  • Vehicle towing capacity should accommodate for selected equipment & trailer weight/dimensions
  • Vehicle should have a compatible style ball/hitch for selected trailer
  • Compatibility of wiring requirements for hitch and trailer
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