Air Techniques offers many different models of dental wet vacuum system. Always use a vacuum system that is rated for at least the minimum number of simultaneous users in your practice. See the chart below for details:
| MODEL | VOLTAGE
(V) |
AIR/WATER SEPARATOR INCL. | WATER USAGE
(gpm) |
SIMULTANEOUS USERS |
| VS20 | 120/220 | 0.50 | 2 | |
| VS40 | 220 | 0.75 | 3 | |
| VS50 | 220 | 1.00 | 4 | |
| VS50H | 220 | X | 0.26 | 4 |
| VS80 | 220 | 1.50 | 7 | |
| VS80H | 220 | X | 0.36 | 7 |
| VS20NEO | 220 | 0.13 | 2 | |
| VS40NEO | 220 | 0.13 | 3 | |
| VS50NEO | 220 | 0.26 | 4 | |
| VS80NEO | 220 | 0.26 | 7 |
Yes, all VacStar and VacStar NEO wet vacuum systems come with a dual-color low voltage remote switch. This switch can be installed anywhere in your practice by your dealer technician.
A VacStar NEO uses a Variable Frequency Driven (VFD) motor that speeds up and slows down based on demand, saving energy. The VacStar NEO also has a built in water recycler to reduce water usage as well as a system monitoring function that displays warnings and errors.
Wet vacuum systems are the most reliable technology in producing suction for dental applications. They are typically the most economical choice and now with the introduction of the VacStar NEO, they are just as energy efficient as a dry vacuum system.
Your VacStar wet vacuum should be placed in an easily accessible location equipped with adequate ventilation. Your equipment may be noisy, so take into consideration location and sound dampening precautions.
Yes, it is recommended to change the solids collector once a month for all VacStar and VacStar NEO systems.
