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by Paul Heiser
Wed Jun 28, 2023 10:39 pm
Forum: Automotive Air Conditioning Forum
Topic: Which vacuum pumps pull down 500 microns?
Replies: 11
Views: 4936

Re: Which vacuum pumps pull down 500 microns?

So only open up the micron gauge to vacuum not pressure. Is that right?
by Paul Heiser
Wed Jun 28, 2023 2:04 pm
Forum: Automotive Air Conditioning Forum
Topic: Which vacuum pumps pull down 500 microns?
Replies: 11
Views: 4936

Re: Which vacuum pumps pull down 500 microns?

Okay, thanks. I researched everything AC for about 72 solid hours. I'm getting the 609 and all, so that I'm doing legit work on people's assets. I bought a JB 4 port manifold from TruTechTools and a Fieldpiece micron guage to be sure I'm at least getting through this summer with clean seals and cont...
by Paul Heiser
Tue Jun 27, 2023 1:37 pm
Forum: Automotive Air Conditioning Forum
Topic: Which vacuum pumps pull down 500 microns?
Replies: 11
Views: 4936

Re: Which vacuum pumps pull down 500 microns?

What I mean is how many Horse Power, how many pistons, CFM ratings and things like that. Because I'm looking to spend the least right now on a used pump for auto ac services in my mobile mechanic business, and later this year get a Fieldpiece pump. So I don't know if the used ones I'm looking at are...
by Paul Heiser
Mon Jun 26, 2023 12:38 am
Forum: Automotive Air Conditioning Forum
Topic: Which vacuum pumps pull down 500 microns?
Replies: 11
Views: 4936

Which vacuum pumps pull down 500 microns?

I'm starting out getting my ASE 609 and buying the quality equipment (affordably). I was looking at some used pumps: REFCO single piston. Appiaon G5 Twin Piston Vevor 1/2 HP I also was considering the Harbor Freight pump. It's 3 CFM for $150, but I don't think it gets anywhere close to 500 micron. T...