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ROOTS™ RAM™ Frame 616 Rotary Positive Blower

Model: RAM Frame 616

The ROOTS™ RAM™ Frame 616 blower is engineered for high-capacity industrial airflow applications requiring dependable performance, simplified maintenance, and continuous-duty reliability. Designed within the RAM™ Blowers 404 through 624 series, this rotary positive displacement blower delivers airflow up to 2162 CFM with operating pressures to 15 PSI, vacuum capability to 16″ Hg, and speeds reaching 3000 RPM. Its optimized internal airflow design improves volumetric efficiency while reducing operating temperatures for more stable system performance in demanding industrial environments. Built with alloy steel timing gears, cylindrical roller bearings, piston ring air seals, and splash oil lubrication, the RAM 616 blower supports long operating life and consistent airflow delivery across heavy-duty applications.

Key Specifications
Max Flow
2162 CFM
Max Pressure
15 PSI
Max Vacuum
16″ Hg
Maximum RPM
3000 RPM
Minimum RPM
636 RPM
Maximum Temperature
230ËšF
Manufacturer
Roots
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Technical Details

ROOTS™ RAM™ Frame 616
Model: ROOTS™ RAM™ Frame 612
Flow Range: to 1581 CFM
Max Δ Pressure: 18 psi
Max Δ Vacuum: 16″ Hg
Maximum RPM: 3000
Minimum RPM: 636
Max ΔT: 230°F
Connection Size: 8″ FLG
Shaft Diameter: 2″
Drive End Lubrication: Oil
Gear End Lubrication: Oil
Required Oil for Horizontal Unit: 145 ounces
Required Oil for Vertical Unit: 83 ounces
Unit Weight: 575 pounds (261.3 kg)
Shipping Container: Skid 54″ x 32″ x 30″ (LxWxH)
Shipping Weight with Skid: 615 pounds (279.5 kg)

RAM Frame 616 Design & Construction Features

Horizontal and vertical configurations available
Improved volumetric efficiency
Reduced operating temperatures
Alloy steel timing gears
Cylindrical roller bearings
Piston ring air seals
Splash oil lubrication system
Rugged repositionable steel mounting feet
Die-cast aluminum drive end covers
Die-cast aluminum gear covers
Engineered for simplified maintenance access
Designed for continuous-duty industrial airflow operation

Warranty Information

The ROOTS™ RAM™ 616 Rotary Positive Displacement Blower is backed by a 24-month warranty from the date of original unit start-up, or 30 months from the date of original shipment — whichever comes first.