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Hicube 80 Eco Turbo

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The Pfeiffer HiCube 80 Eco is a turbo pumping station that combines a HiPace 80 turbopump with a backing pump to create high vacuum. The HiCube 80 Eco is a compact, modular pumping station suitable for high and ultra-high vacuum applications. The HiCube 80 Eco features an ultimate pressure of less than 1 × 10⁻⁷ hPa.[1][2][3]

Hicube 80 Eco Turbo — Inventory photo
Fig. 01Hicube 80 Eco TurboInventory photo[4]

Power

115-230 V[4]

Vacuum

Turbo pumping station[1]

What it is

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A turbo pumping station of this class combines a turbomolecular pump with a backing pump in a compact vacuum system. Such equipment is used to generate and maintain high vacuum in laboratory, analytical, and process equipment.

How it works

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Turbo pumping stations in this class use a high-vacuum turbomolecular stage above a fore-vacuum or backing stage. The backing pump supports the turbopump by maintaining the fore-vacuum side, while the turbopump removes gas from the vacuum vessel.

Where it fits in the process flow

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A pumping station of this type is generally used upstream of vacuum-dependent equipment to evacuate chambers before process exposure and to sustain low pressure during operation. The downstream function is to keep the connected chamber ready for measurement, coating, welding, analysis, or other vacuum work that depends on low-pressure conditions.

What do the numbers mean?

Power & electrical7

115-230 V[4]
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50/60 Hz[4]
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Mains voltage
100 – 240 V[1]
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Mains frequency
50/60 Hz[1]
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Power supply pack
TPS 110[2]
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Backing pump pumping speed at 50 Hz
0.5 m3/h[2]
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Mains requirement
110 V, 50/60 Hz; 230 V, 50/60 Hz[2]
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Vacuum & pumping10

Type
Turbo pumping station[1]2 sources
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Turbopump
HiPace 80[2]
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Backing pump
MVP 015-2[2]
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Pumping speed for N₂ (DN 63 ISO-K)
67 l/s[1]
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Pumping speed for N₂ (DN 40 ISO-K)
65 l/s[3]
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Ultimate pressure
< 1 × 10⁻⁷ hPa[1]
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Ultimate pressure without gas ballast
< 1 × 10⁻⁷ hPa[1]
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Sound pressure level
≤ 50 dB(A)[1]
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Pumping speed for N2
67 l/s[2]
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Ultimate pressure
< 1 × 10^-7 hPa[2]
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Control & software2

Display and control unit (option)
DCU 002[2]
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Control unit
DCU 002[4]
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Dimensions & facilities3

Weight (DN 63 ISO-K)
12.1 kg[1]
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Weight (DN 40 ISO-K)
17 kg[3]
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Weight
17 kg[2]
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Configuration & options12

Inlet flange
DN 63 ISO-K / DN 63 CF / DN 40 ISO-KF[2]
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Cooling method
Air (forced convection)[1]
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Power consumption
170 W[1]
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Ambient temperature
+5 °C to +40 °C[2]
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Protection category
IP 20[2]
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Protection class
I[2]
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Electronic drive unit
TC 110[2]
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Manufacturer
Pfeiffer[4]
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Model
Hicube 80 Eco[4]
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Cooling
Air cooling; water cooling optional[2]
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Inlet flange variants
DN 63 ISO-K; DN 63 CF-F; DN 40 ISO-KF[2]
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Power consumption
230 W[2]
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Vintage & configurations

Documented models & variants

DesignationGenerationVintageChangesSource
HiCube 80 Eco DN 63 ISO-K——Inlet flange DN 63 ISO-Knpl.washington.edu[2]
HiCube 80 Eco DN 63 CF——Inlet flange DN 63 CFnpl.washington.edu[2]
HiCube 80 Eco DN 40 ISO-KF——Inlet flange DN 40 ISO-KF, pumping speed for N₂ 35 l/shighvacdepot.com[5]
HiCube 80 Eco DN 63 CF-F——DN 63 CF-F inlet flange; HiPace 80 turbopump; MVP 015-2 backing pump; DCU 002 control unit.npl.washington.edu[2]
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What does it need to run?

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  • Configuration115-230 V[4]
  • Configuration50/60 Hz[4]
  • TypeTurbo pumping station[1]
  • TurbopumpHiPace 80[2]
  • Backing pumpMVP 015-2[2]
  • Pumping speed for N₂ (DN 63 ISO-K)67 l/s[1]
  • Pumping speed for N₂ (DN 40 ISO-K)65 l/s[3]
  • Ultimate pressure< 1 × 10⁻⁷ hPa[1]
  • Ultimate pressure without gas ballast< 1 × 10⁻⁷ hPa[1]
  • Mains voltage100 – 240 V[1]
  • Mains frequency50/60 Hz[1]
  • Sound pressure level≤ 50 dB(A)[1]
  • Power supply packTPS 110[2]
  • Pumping speed for N267 l/s[2]
  • Backing pump pumping speed at 50 Hz0.5 m3/h[2]
  • Ultimate pressure< 1 × 10^-7 hPa[2]
  • Mains requirement110 V, 50/60 Hz; 230 V, 50/60 Hz[2]

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Frequently asked questions

What maintenance is typically required for a turbomolecular pumping station?General reference — not yet source-verified

Routine maintenance includes periodic replacement of the backing pump’s exhaust filter and oil (if oil-lubricated) or diaphragm pump parts (if dry). The turbopump itself generally requires minimal maintenance, but should be checked for bearing wear and may need service after extended operation. Regular leak checks and monitoring of ultimate pressure are recommended.

Does this type of pumping station require a foreline backing pump?General reference — not yet source-verified

Yes, a turbomolecular pump cannot exhaust directly to atmosphere; it requires a backing pump to maintain a sufficiently low foreline pressure (typically in the rough vacuum range). The pumping station integrates this backing pump as part of the system.

Are these pumping stations compatible with corrosive or reactive gases?General reference — not yet source-verified

Standard versions are intended for clean, non-corrosive gases. For corrosive or reactive gas applications, special materials of construction (e.g., corrosion-resistant coatings) and additional safety features may be required. Users should consult the manufacturer’s guidelines for gas compatibility.

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  • No publicly documented production dates or lifecycle milestones (introduction, end of production, EOL) for the Hicube 80 Eco Turbo are on record.

    Answerable by: OEM historical records or a trade-press announcement

  • The control-system platform and OS era of the Hicube 80 Eco Turbo are not on record.

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  • No publicly documented failure modes or field errata for the Hicube 80 Eco Turbo are on record.

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  • The process node or technology generation of the Hicube 80 Eco Turbo is not on record.

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  • No publicly documented compatible parts, consumables, or accessories for the Hicube 80 Eco Turbo are on record.

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Sources & citations

Sources (5)Every fact above is drawn from these public sources
  1. [1]ajvs.com — ajvs.comajvs.com
  2. [2]npl.washington.edu — npl.washington.edunpl.washington.edu
  3. [3]ajvs.com — ajvs.comajvs.com
  4. [4]Inventory photo
  5. [5]highvacdepot.com — highvacdepot.comhighvacdepot.com
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