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ROOTS™ RAM-VJ Whispair 616 Rotary Positive Displacement Blower

Model: RAM-VJ WHISPAIR 616

The ROOTS™ RAM-VJ Whispair Water Sealed Vacuum Exhauster - 616 handles heavy industrial demands with a stout 705 pound frame and a 2 inch drive shaft. This high capacity configuration utilizes up to 6 GPM of sealing water to chill internal components, reaching a deep 24 inches of mercury vacuum. Integral shaft ductile iron impellers and cylindrical roller bearings ensure smooth rotation across a wide 1566 CFM range.

Key Specifications
Max Flow
1566 CFM
Max Vacuum
24″ Hg
Maximum RPM
1750 RPM
Minimum RPM
636 RPM
Maximum Sealing Water
6 GPM
Manufacturer
Roots
IO&M Manuals
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Technical Details

616 RAM-VJ Whispair Blower
Model: ROOTS™ RAM VJ WHISPAIR 616
Flow Range: Up to 1566 CFM
Max Δ Pressure: 15 psi
Max Δ Vacuum: 24″ Hg
Maximum RPM: 1750
Minimum RPM: 636
Max ΔT: 60°F
Inlet Connection: 8″ FLG
Discharge Connection: 6″ FLG
Shaft Diameter: 2″
Drive End Lubrication: Oil
Gear End Lubrication: Oil
Required Oil Horizontal Unit: 50 oz drive end, 95 oz gear end
Required Oil Vertical Unit: 28 oz drive end, 55 oz gear end
Unit Weight: 705 pounds

RAM-VJ Whispair 616 Design & Construction Features

Quiet operating performance for improved workplace comfort
Reduced power consumption during continuous vacuum operation
Enhanced volumetric efficiency with lower running temperatures
Precision alloy steel timing gears for dependable synchronization
Heavy duty cylindrical roller bearings for added durability
Piston ring air seals designed to minimize internal leakage
Lip type oil and shaft seals for cleaner operation
Splash oil lubrication on both ends for reliable component protection
Configurable for both horizontal and vertical installation layouts

Warranty Information

ROOTS™ RAM VJ WHISPAIR™ vacuum exhausters are backed by a warranty period of 12 months from the original startup date or 18 months from the original shipment date, whichever occurs first.