Compact vacuum generator and control module is only 10mm wide, yet has built-in vacuum venturi, 30m suction filter, long-life solenoid valves and a digital vacuum switch.
SMC Corporation, the world's largest manufacturer of pneumatic automation products has announced the release of the ZQ Compact Vacuum Generator and Control Module. Each full-function vacuum module is only 10mm wide, yet comes with a built-in vacuum venturi, 30m suction filter with replaceable element, long-life solenoid valves, and a digital vacuum switch. ZQ manifolds also come standard with One-touchTM tube fittings for easy air supply and pilot exhaust connections.

The ZQ series modules are 1/3 smaller than SMC's existing ZX series vacuum modules, yet enjoy the same high performance.

The venturi generates up to -25in Hg and suction flow rates of up to 0.7ft3/min.

At less than 4 ounces each, the ZQ is well suited for mounting on moving components.

Up to eight ZQ modules can be manifolded for a clean and compact installation.

SMC Corporation manufactures high quality actuators and cylinders, airline and air preparation equipment, high-purity products, vacuum components, instrumentation, and a host of fittings and accessories applicable to the pneumatic automation industry.

SMC has a total of 14 production facilities, three of which are in North America -Indiana, California, and Ontario, Canada.

SMC's global presence enables it to provide quality customer service in any part of the world.