Used Vacuum PumpsLeyboldSogevac SV

Leybold · Sogevac SV

Leybold SOGEVAC SV40 B/BI rotary vane vacuum pump Used

€83026% below market

Market median (sold): €1.116 from 55 sales in this family

📍 India

🟡 OK with refurb

Suitable for FD440 but needs standard refurbishment before use.

Condition from photo

Exterior shows heavy dust and surface corrosion. Paint chipped throughout. No visible oil leaks. Motor nameplate legible. Hoses and fittings present.

Likely refurb / add-ons

  • Oil change and filter service: €80–120
  • Exhaust filter replacement: €80
  • Gas-ballast inspection/service: €60

Watch out for

  • Heavy external corrosion suggests age and possible storage in damp conditions.
  • Internal wear cannot be assessed from photos; pump may need tip-seal or bearing

WAVE AI estimate from photo + specs only — not a substitute for our physical pre-purchase check.

Specifications

Type
Oil-sealed rotary vane
Pumping speed
~40 m³/h
Water-vapour tolerance
~140 g/h
Ultimate vacuum
≤ 0.1 mbar
Source
eBay
Listing #
eBay #127855190798
Last verified
Jun 27, 2026

Fits WAVE machines: FD440

Type plate (AI reading)

Exact model
SOGEVAC SV40 B/BI
Maximum abs. operating pressure in conti
1000 mbar
Operating frequency
50/60 Hz

Auto-extracted from one of the listing photos. Verify on the real unit before purchase.

What to look for on this family

Single-stage oil-sealed with gas-ballast. Cheap entry into the Leybold ecosystem. Slightly higher ultimate vacuum than two-stage, so drying tails are a bit longer.

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