VariAxe Tube Oil Skimmer & VariClean Pail Combo
The VariAxe Pail Top Combo can fit on top or beside a sump, beside a chip conveyor, on recycling tanks or 55-gallon drums, or even in enclosed machines through small access holes. The applications are unlimited!
Lift off skimmer, carry off pail; With the semi clear pail, it is still easy to see full separation of the fluids. When it is full of oil, lift off the skimmer, and carry off the pail. Any five-gallon pail will work, but we recommend the VariClean with its benefits.
The VariClean Pail works like a gravity separator, returning water back into the sump through the gravity return pipe. Watch this one-minute video, and you will see how the VariAxe Skimmer works and the advantages of the VariClean Pail:
Video Link to see how VariClean Pail Gravity Displacement works
VariAxe FEATURES:
- Dual action scrapers pick up chips and fines with the oil; The contaminates from metals and plastics are picked up with the round belting of the VariAxe. These contaminates adhere to the oil that has an ionic attraction to the belting.
- Portable unit with belting that fits almost anywhere; With an opening of 1″ x 3″ the VariAxe belting can get into the most difficult spaces. The entire unit can be easily picked up and moved to another machine. Tube lengths can be custom fit for many different applications.
- Pulls less coolant than other skimmers; The smaller surface of the belting is very effective for removing oil, chips, and fines while pulling very little coolant compared to disk or belt skimmers.
- Multiple belt lengths and materials for custom jobs; High strength elastomeric belting provides long service life. Custom reach lengths are available. Can skim up to 10 ft. deep!
- Single large diameter drive wheel; The wheel has a very large contact area which maximizes drive and eliminates belt slippage, denting, or deformation.
- Fan-controlled heavy-duty motor; Steel cut precision gears in the overload protected motor provide long lasting performance and reliability.
- On/Off power switch with 10′ NEMA cord; Allows easy on/off. Extended 10′ cord for reaching power source.
- Separate skimmer and pail handles for easy transport
- One-year warranty on skimmer; Two-year warranty on round belt.
VariAxe OPTIONS:
| VXS-PC-SS | VariAxe Skimmer & Pail Combo, Sump Side | Skimmer sits on floor beside the sump and the belt drops into the sump. 12″ reach. Most common application. | $535.00 |
| VXS-PC-ST | VariAxe Skimmer & Pail Combo, Sump Top | Skimmer sits on top of the sump and the belt drops into the sump through an opening. 21″ reach. | $535.00 |
| VXS-PC-EXT | VariAxe Skimmer & Pail Combo with Pivot Extension | Skimmer includes Variable Axis Pivot Extension Option allowing variable axis. 24″ reach standard. | $649.00 |
| VXS-PB-SS | VariAxe Pail Bracket Skimmer, Sump Side | Same as Sump Side above but with no pail. Most common application. | $477.00 |
| VXS-PB-ST | VariAxe Pail Bracket Skimmer, Sump Top | Same as Sump Top above but with no pail. | $477.00 |
| Dimensions | 12″ D x 12″ W x 21″ H | 5.5″ D x 5″ W x 6″ H (tab 2.5″ D) | 5.5″ D x 5″ W x 6″ H (tab 2.5″ D) |
| Tube Speed | 2.25″ per second | 2.25″ per second | 2.25″ per second |
| Reach Lengths | Standard 12″ & 21″ (custom lengths available) | Standard 12″ & 21″ (custom lengths available) | Standard 8″, 12″, 18″, 24″ (custom lengths available) |
| Oil Removal | Up to 2 quarts per hour | Up to 2 quarts per hour | Up to 2 quarts per hour |
| Required Opening | 1″ x 3″ | 1″ x 3″ | 1″ x 3″ |
| Electrical | 115V/60 Hz, 46 watt, 1.1 Amp, fan cooled continuous duty motor with overload protection | 115V/60Hz, 46 watt, 1.1 Amp, fan cooled continuous duty motor with overload protection | 115V/60Hz, 46 watt, 1.1 Amp, fan cooled continuous duty motor with overload protection |
| Maximum Temperature | 110°F | 110°F | 110°F |
| Shipping Weight | 13 lbs. | 9 lbs. | 9 lbs. |
Recommended Accessories & Replacement Parts
VariAxe Skimmer Accessories including the VariClean Pail, Pivot Extension, Sump Basket, Drain Spigot Option, and Bag Filters
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