OverviewEXAIR's compressed air-operated Reversible Drum Vac System connects rapidly to standard closed-head 5, 30, 55 or 110 gallon drums. The air-powered two-way stainless steel pump fills a 55 gallon drum in under two minutes and, by turning a knob, reverses to empty the drum. No electricity or internal moving parts are required, ensuring simple, low-maintenance operation. An automatic safety shutoff valve prevents overfill and spills.
WarningDo not use with materials that have a low flash point or with flammable liquids such as fuel oil, alcohol, mineral spirits, gasoline, or kerosene.
Applications- Coolant collection and transfer
- Food processing (non-flammable liquids)
- Lathe and screw-machine fluid handling
- Floor and pit cleanup
- EDM machine fluid transfer
- Machining centers and machine tool sumps
- Tanks and process transfer
Advantages- No internal moving parts — minimal maintenance
- No electricity required — safe for many work areas
- Stainless steel construction for corrosion resistance
- Built-in pressure/vacuum relief and automatic shutoff
- Compact, portable and quick to install
- Fits standard closed-head drums
Reversible Drum Vac Styles- Standard Reversible Drum Vac: General-purpose liquid cleanup and transfer. Includes compressed-air powered stainless steel two-way pump assembly (1/4 NPT), shutoff valve, 10' (3 m) flexible 1-1/2" (38 mm) I.D. vacuum hose with 90° quick-release elbow, and one aluminum wand. Sized for closed-head drums (30, 55 or 110 gallons).
- Deluxe Reversible Drum Vac System: Adds drum dolly, ABS spill recovery kit, two extension wands, crevice tools, a skimmer tool and a tool holder to the standard package.
- Premium Reversible Drum Vac System: Includes a drum (30, 55, or 110 gallon), lid with locking ring and 20' (6.1 m) of air hose in addition to Deluxe components.
- 5 Gallon Mini Reversible Drum Vac: All main features scaled for a 5 gallon drum. Includes 5 gallon drum with lid and locking ring, 10' (3 m) flexible vacuum hose with 90° quick-release elbow, aluminum wand, ABS spill recovery kit, two extension wands, crevice tool and skimmer tool.
- 5 Gallon Deluxe Mini Reversible Drum Vac: Adds a drum dolly to the 5 Gallon Mini for easier mobility.
- Reversible Drum Vac Only: Stainless steel two-way pump assembly sold without hoses or accessories.
PerformanceRecommended supply pressure: 80–100 PSIG (5.5–6.9 BAR). Typical performance at 80 PSIG: air consumption 19 SCFM (538 SLPM); lift 96 in H2O / 179 mm Hg; water flow rate ~30 GPM (114 LPM); sound level ~86 dBA.
How it worksThe flexible vacuum hose connects to the pump's barbed inlet. With the pump knob set to "fill" and compressed air supplied, liquid is drawn through the hose into the drum. An automatic shutoff prevents overfilling. To dispense, set the knob to "empty" and open the air supply to pump liquid back out through the hose.
Caractéristiques / Spécifications techniques- Pump: Compressed-air operated stainless steel two-way pump assembly (1/4 NPT)
- Includes: Shutoff valve, 10' (3 m) flexible vacuum hose (1-1/2" / 38 mm I.D.) with 90° quick-release elbow, one aluminum wand
- Drum compatibility: Closed-head 5, 30, 55 or 110 gallon drums (models/styles vary)
- Fill performance: Fills a 55 gallon drum in less than two minutes (typical)
- Operation: No electricity required, no internal moving parts, maintenance free
- Safety: Automatic safety shutoff valve to prevent spills/overfilling
- Construction: Stainless steel pump components
- Recommended supply pressure: 80–100 PSIG (5.5–6.9 BAR)
- Example performance at 80 PSIG: Air consumption 19 SCFM (538 SLPM); Lift 96 in H2O / 179 mm Hg; Water flow ~30 GPM (114 LPM); Sound level 86 dBA