Vac Reg

Vac-Reg has been designed to provide accurate, controlled vacuum for parts that use honeycomb core. Vac-Reg is a small in-line unit that is easy to use. Each part in the shop can be independently regulated using Vac-Reg. It uses standard 1/4 inch male NPT fittings and will accept AQD 500TF, Airlock 450TF & 550TF quick disconnect fittings.

Core movement is a serious problem in the manufacture of composite parts. Full vacuum, removing all the air in the core cells after the lay-up is a part of the problem. The larger the pressure difference between the air in the core and the outside atmosphere, the greater the chance of core movement. Controlling the amount of vacuum inside the core cells is key to preventing core movement. Major aerospace companies limit the vacuum over core assemblies to 10 in. Hg (34 kPa), prior to cure. This helps eliminate core movement and core crush. Vac-Reg can also be used as a means of regulating vacuum in the resin infusion application where full vacuum is not desirable with some resin systems such as polyesters.

Note: Vac-Reg is an inexpensive reference gauge for shop use only.

• Dial in the right vacuum level for your application.
• Small and portable, Vac-Reg can be easily carried in tool bags.
• Simple gauge provides indication of vacuum level and highlights any leaks present.

• Attach quick disconnect couplings.
• Connect vacuum hose.
• Loosen locking ring and adjust thumb knob.
• Tighten locking ring at the desired vacuum setting.
• Attach coupling opposite the gauge to the vacuum bag.
• Vac-Reg comes supplied above with the Vac-Gauge THA liquid filled vacuum gauge.