THE PERFORMANCE MEETS

T H E P R O M I S E

VECTRA SERIES
MODELS GL & XL
L I Q U I D R I N G VA C U U M P U M P S A N D C O M P R E S S O R S

NASH VECTRA SERIES

A N E W P U M P F R O M A L E G E N D A RY N A M E
Nash liquid ring pumps and compressors have been known for
nearly 100 years as tireless workhorses, designed to stand up to
the rigorous, non-stop demands of the harshest industrial
environments. Built better than they need to be, Nash pumps
have always been a promise of reliability.
Now Nash will be known for something else as well: ingenuity.
In developing the Vectra liquid ring vacuum pump series, Nash
employed advanced design technologies to achieve optimum
performance and unprecedented production efficiencies. Production
efficiencies ultimately passed on to our customers in the form of
unique value and competitive prices.
The new Vectra series pumps are designed from the ground up, based on customer defined market
requirements. The multidisciplinary design process relied on input from R&D, manufacturing, marketing
and most importantly our customers, General Industrial and Chemical Process engineers. The result: a
revolutionary line of vacuum pumps tough enough to be called Nash.

PERFORMANCE

VECTRA CAPACITY RANGE

500
350

GL & XL Model

250
150
130
100
80
60
45

Dry Air Capacity

35

CFM

CMH

500
500

1000

1000
1500

2000

2000

1500
2500

3000

3500

3000

2500
4000

4500

5000

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

VACUUM PUMP

Capacity

Atmospheric

30

HgA

COMPRESSOR
Atmospheric

Capacity

XL

GL

15
PSIA

30

45

VACUUM PUMP WITH BACK PRESSURE

Capacity

Atmospheric

GL 15 PSI
XL 30 PSI

3-D CAD and finite element analysis enabled Nash engineers

to optimize the Vectra cone design.

30" HgA
15 PSIA

Whether operating as a vacuum pump or

compressor, Vectra has the ability to reach
positive differentials of up to 30 PSI.

But durability isnt enough. So all Vectra vacuum pumps incorporate a simple modular concept with
interchangeable parts that result in a high level of adaptability. Our design methods also resulted in
technology advancements such as a patented new cone design and a new rotor configuration, which
provide the best characteristics of both conical and the more compact flat sided designs. The pumps
also can be used as compressors or as a vacuum pump discharging against a positive back pressure.
Overall, Vectra pumps are the result of painstaking engineering and the use of finite element analysis,
which determined the most efficient means to achieve the highest level of performance and the
greatest possible value. A world class design.
Because requirements are different for pumps used in General Industrial and in Chemical Processing
applications, there is a Vectra pump for each: the GL, for General Industrial and the XL for Chemical
Processing. Both are built to maximize efficiency and reliably meet the specific demands of each
market segment.

GL MODEL

Rotor

Inlet

Discharge

Built-in
Mechanical
Seals
Cone

GENERAL INDUSTRIAL DUTY - VECTRA GL SERIES

The Vectra GL is designed to deliver outstanding reliability and performance for General Industrial applications.
Built-in mechanical seals, direct drive speeds for 60 Hz and 50 Hz power sources and a broad capacity
range are some of the features that separate the Vectra GL from the competition. In addition, cone angles
have been optimized to reduce the size of the pump. And Nashs patented Gas Scavenging technology
dramatically improves pump performance at high vacuum levels.

B A S I C S P E C I F I C AT I O N S

Vacuum Range

0-28" HGV

Mechanical Seals

Single

Differential Pressure Capability

15 psi

Compressor Pressure

15 psig

Hydrotest Pressure

75 psig

Materials

Ductile Iron

GL MODEL

F E AT U R E S

BENEFITS

No Bearing Brackets

Compact Design

Built-in Mechanical Seals

No Shaft Leakage

Global Product Design

Direct Drive Speeds for 60 Hz and 50 Hz Motors

Conical Design

Better Ability to Handle Water and Particulate Slugs

Simpler Construction

Greater Long Term Reliability

Variable Port Design

High Efficiency

Lobe Purges

Reduced Erosion Wear

Nash Patented Gas Scavenging

Increased Performance at High Vacuum Levels

Compact Design

Less Floor Space Required

Redesigned Cone Angle

Reduced Pump Length

Optimized Design Using Finite Element Analysis

Improved Efficiency, Performance and Value

100% Performance Tested

Trouble Free Start-Up and Operation

Three Year Warranty

Peace of Mind

VECTRA GL DIMENSIONS
8

INLET

OUTLET

E
C

PUMP

GL 35
GL 45
GL 60
GL 80
GL 100
GL 130

21.30
23.74
27.41
30.56
29.95
33.95

INLET

13.44

14.00

6.00

1.260

3-IN. FLG.

16.62

16.13

6.75

1.580

OUTLET
2-IN. FLG.
3-IN. FLG.

4-IN. FLG.
19.38

8.00

19.50

1.8905

4-IN. FLG.

Dimensions are in inches and are approximate.

XL MODEL

Universal Stuffing Box

Inlet

External
Bearing
Housing
Rotor

Cone

Discharge

External
Bearing
Housing

CHEMICAL PROCESSING DUTY - VECTRA XL SERIES

The Vectra XL is a pump designed to stand up to the harsh environments found in the Chemical Processing
industry. The XL is constructed of ductile iron and stainless steel. It can accommodate a variety of mechanical
seals and achieves higher differential and hydrotest pressure ratings than the GL. While the XL incorporates
several unique parts for the Chemical Processing industry, it has many parts in common with the GL. This
allows maximum efficiencies and optimum value. Also in common with the GL are the improved cone angles,
which decrease the size of the pump, and Nashs patented Gas Scavenging technology, which dramatically
improves pump performance at high vacuum levels.

B A S I C S P E C I F I C AT I O N S

Vacuum Ranges

0-28" HGV

Mechanical Seals

Single, Double and Cartridge

Differential Pressure Capability

Up to 30 psi

Compressor Pressure

Up to 30 psig

Hydrotest Pressure

150 psig Standard, 225 psig Optional

Construction Material

Ductile Iron, Stainless Steel

XL MODEL

F E AT U R E S

BENEFITS

Compact Design

Less Floor Space Required

External Mechanical Seals

Flexibility & Ease of Maintenance

Universal Stuffing Box

Accepts a Variety of Mechanical Seals

Global Product Design

Direct Drive Speeds for 60 Hz and 50 Hz Motors

Extended Pressure Ratings

Ability to Handle Tough Applications Where Backpressure is Required

Conical Design

Better Ability to Handle Water/Particulate Slugs

One Moving Part

Long Term Reliability

Variable Port Design

High Efficiency

Lobe Purges

Reduce Erosion Wear

Nash Patented Gas Scavenging

Increased Performance at High Vacuum Levels

Redesigned Cone Angle

Reduced Pump Length

Optimize Design Using Finite Element Analysis

Improved Efficiency, Performance and Value

100% Performance Tested

Trouble Free Start-Up and Operation

Three Year Warranty

Peace of Mind

VECTRA XL DIMENSIONS
8

INLET

OUTLET

C
D

H
A
A

PUMP

INLET

13.44

14.00

6.00

1.500

3-IN. FLG.

16.62

16.13

6.75

1.890

19.38

19.50

8.00

2.360

OUTLET

XL 35
XL 45
XL 60
XL 80
XL 100
XL 130

30.44
32.88
35.66
38.81
41.76
45.76

XL 150

47.50

21.00

21.38

9.25

2.500

6-IN. FLG.

4-IN. FLG.

XL 250

54.50

26.25

25.25

21.38

3.000

6-IN. FLG.

6-IN. FLG.

XL 350

63.97

29.00

31.00

13.00

3.350

8-IN. FLG.

6-IN. FLG.

XL 500

81.00

38.75

41.25

17.63

3.500

10-IN. FLG.

8-IN. FLG.

2-IN. FLG.
B

3-IN. FLG.
4-IN. FLG.

4-IN. FLG.

Dimensions are in inches and are approximate.

PA C K A G E S Y S T E M S

V E C T R A PA K S
If your requirements call for a packaged system, Nash VectraPaks are pre-engineered, assembled and piped
and they provide you with all the associated components for your application. Once-through, partialrecirculated and full-recirculated systems are available direct connected or v-belt driven. Generally, VectraPaks
through size 250 are direct coupled and those in the larger sizes are v-belt driven.
Once Through System

Partially Recirculated System

Recirculated System

USE
Where contamination is not a
problem and the supply of seal liquid
is plentiful.

USE
Where minimal contamination
problems exist and seal liquid
is plentiful.

USE
Where liquids and gases are
hazardous or toxic and where
contamination is a concern.

BENEFITS
Simplicity
Lowest Initial Cost

BENEFITS
Simplicity
Low Initial Cost
Lower Seal Liquid Consumption

BENEFITS
Low Water Consumption*
Condensable Inlet Gases May
be Recovered
Seal Liquid Contained and Isolated
from Non-Hazardous Coolant
Systems

STANDARD COMPONENTS
Pump
Base
Motor/Drive
Seal Water Accessories
Water Trap Silencer

STANDARD COMPONENTS
Pump
Base
Motor/Drive
Seal Water Accessories
Water Trap Silencer

STANDARD COMPONENTS
Pump
Base
Motor/Drive
Seal Water Accessories
Separator
Heat Exchanger and Make Up Valve
*With air cooled heat exchanger

Optional Components:
Inlet Check Valve
Inlet Isolation Valve
Vacuum Relief Valve

Seal Line Isolation Valve

Shock Arrestor Pads
Vacuum Gauge

Flow Switch
Vacuum Receiver Tank
Adjustable Frequency Drives

Duplex combinations are available and packages may be designed to meet other specific requirements of
your application.

GL RECIRCULATED SYSTEM

XL DUPLEX SYSTEM

DIAGRAMS

V E C T R A D I R E C T D R I V E N PA C K A G E D I M E N S I O N S
8

PUMP SIZE
GL/XL 35
GL/XL 45
GL/XL 60
GL/XL 80
GL/XL 100
GL/XL 130
XL 150

B
31
31
36
36
40
40
44

A
60
60
66
71
75
81
82

C
39
39
46
46
53
53
55

OUTLET

INLET

A
8

B
6

Dimensions are in inches and are approximate.

V E C T R A B E LT D R I V E N PA C K A G E D I M E N S I O N S
8

PUMP SIZE
GL/XL 35
GL/XL 45
GL/XL 60
GL/XL 80
GL/XL 100
GL/XL 130
XL 150
XL 250
XL 350
XL 500

OUTLET

A
61
61
64
64
67
67
73
76
94
104

B
40
40
41
44
44
48
52
58
66
77

C
39
39
46
46
53
53
74
76
78
86

A
8

B
6

Dimensions are in inches and are approximate.

A P P L I C AT I O N S

Vectra pumps are ideally suited to handle a variety of applications. Regardless of your particular application or industry,
Nash can provide the right solution for you.

CHEMICAL & PETROLEUM

PETROLEUM

Reactor Vacuum
Vacuum Distillation
Evaporator Vacuum
VCM Recovery
Vacuum Filtration
Explosive & Corrosive Gas
Compression
Solvent Recovery
Drying
Extrusion

Vacuum Distillation
Vent Gas Compression
Dewaxing Filters
Vapor Recovery
Crude Stabilization

PHARMACEUTICAL
Drying
Reactor Vacuum
Distillation
Evaporation
Laboratory Vacuum

MINING
Vacuum Filtration
Methane Drainage

ELECTRONICS
Chucking
Deaeration

FOOD & BEVERAGE

Cooking
Bottling
Sterilizing
Deodorizing
Bleaching
Drying
Evaporating
Distilling

Rendering
Milking
Eviscerating
Packaging
Vacuum Pans
Vacuum Filters
Crystallizing

STEEL
Vacuum Filtration
Degassing

WAT E R T R E AT M E N T
Vacuum Filters

GENERAL INDUSTRIAL
Central Vacuum
Extruding
Sterilizing
Autoclaves
Drying
Chucking
Packaging

10

Exhausting
Extruder Venting
Vacuum Draining
Moulding
Filling
Labeling
Forming

NASH COMMITMENT

100% PERFORMANCE TESTED

Before any Nash pump is shipped out of our factory, it is performance tested to meet the highest
standards. Thats the best way we know to deliver the Nash warranty. You see, every Nash Vectra
Series vacuum pump comes with an extraordinary THREE YEAR WARRANTY against defects in
material or workmanship. And thats the best warranty in the business.

1 0 0 % N A S H S E RV I C E W O R L D W I D E
Not only does Nash maintain six service centers in the United States, it has eight more centers
strategically located around the world. Each center is staffed by factory-trained specialists. They
are stocked with 100% original Nash replacement parts and equipped with the tools, fixtures and
special machinery necessary for pump and compressor repair. The Nash commitment to service
extends to its regional distribution centers and distributors. Stocked with inventories of factory parts
and purchased components, Nash distribution centers can deliver any part, anywhere, any time.

100% COMMITMENT
For nearly 100 years, weve been helping our customers make the right vacuum pump choice.
As your engineering partners, well provide you with an exclusive Nash Performance Analysis.
This analysis includes a review of your particular process requirements, and provides you with
alternative means for meeting your process needs. This includes engineering data, application
information, along with short and long-term cost comparisons.
Beginning today and throughout the life of every Nash Vacuum System, Nash engineers are
ready to help you meet the challenges of your vacuum pump process.

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NASH WORLDWIDE

Nash World Headquarters

Nash Manufacturing Plants

WORLD HEADQUARTERS

THE NASH ENGINEERING COMPANY

9 Trefoil Drive
Trumbull, Connecticut, USA 06611
(1) 203-459-3900, Fax: (1) 203-459-3988

1-800-553-NASH
www.nasheng.com
e-mail: sales@nasheng.com
WORLDWIDE SALES & SERVICE
Australia, Smithfield, NSW
Nash Vacuum Systems (Aust.)
Tel: (61) 2 97255199
Fax: (61) 2 97255128
Brazil, Campinas
Nash do Brasil Bombas Ltda.
Tel: (55) 192255833
Fax: (55) 192255773
China, Shanghai
Nash Shanghai, Ltd.
Tel: (86) 21572653300
Fax: (86) 21572652121
England, Cheshire, Winsford
Nash Europe Ltd.
Tel: (44) 1606542400
Fax: (44) 1606542434
Finland, Karhula
Ahlstrom Pumps Corporation
Tel: (358) 52241111
Fax: (358) 5263958
Germany, Wetzlar
Nash Pumpen, GmbH
Tel: (49) 6441924710
Fax: (49) 644123257

Japan, Tokyo
Nash International Company
Tel: (81) 334490771
Fax: (81) 334490746
Korea, Seoul
Nash Korea Ltd.
Tel: (82) 2786 1854
Fax: (82) 2786 1853
The Netherlands, Assendelft
Nash Europe, B.V.
Tel: (31) 75 6470170
Fax: (31) 75 6470175
Singapore
Nash International Company
Tel: (65) 861 6801
Fax: (65) 8615091
South Africa, Wadeville
Vac-Cent Services (Pty) Ltd.
Tel: (27) 11 8271536
Fax: (27) 11 8273590
Sweden, Stockholm
Nash Hytor AB
Tel: (46) 8 4445470
Fax: (46) 8 4445474

Nash Sales, Service & Distribution Centers

UNITED STATES SALES & SERVICE

PROCESS DIVISION

PAPER DIVISION

Headquarters

Headquarters

Pennsylvania, Elizabeth
4123843610, Fax: 4123844880

Connecticut, Trumbull
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POWER DIVISION
Headquarters
Pennsylvania, Elizabeth
4123843610, Fax: 4123844880

U.S. PARTS ORDERS

1-800-770-NASH

SERVICE CENTERS
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New York, Albany
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3606949557, Fax: 3606949574

Represented by:

VECTRA-S-984A-0400
2000 All Rights Reserved

THE NASH ENGINEERING COMPANY, Trumbull, CT 06611-1330

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