ANVER Vacuum Material Handling

ANVER Armadillo™ Vacuum Lifting Tubes
and Lift Tube Covers for All Vacuum Lift Tube Type Suction Vacuum Lifters

Most sizes are in stock and available for immediate delivery! Contact us with competitors’ part number and we will cross reference for you. All ANVER Vacuum Lifting Tubes feature Heavy-Duty Steel-Wire Reinforced Construction. They are designed to be a long lasting, economical choice in a Vacuum Lifting Tube. Contact our sales group for the latest information and availability of the various types we carry. ANVER vacuum lifting tubes not only make your vacuum tube lifting system safer by reducing the danger of vacuum leakage, they also make maintenance less expensive. As the leading North American manufacturer of Vacuum Tube Lifting Systems, ANVER can offer these high quality replacement vacuum lifting tubes at prices substantially lower than those of smaller competitors or expensive imported brands. The use of ANVER Vacuum Tube Lifting Clamps and Rubber Clamping Bands along with our new Lifting Tube Covers allow you to easily complete the installation of replacement lift tubes with a professional appearance.

Available Vacuum Lift Tube Sizes and Shipping Specs

	Yellow Armadillo Lift Tube Model No. Click to View Photo	Diameter in. (mm)	Length ft. & in. (m)	Max. Package  Dimensions in. (cm)	Approx. Package  Shipping Weight lb (Kg)	Control Head (Handlebar ordered separately)	Hose Clamp	Top Swivel Assembly		Lift Tube Cover Number
		3.54 (90)	8′ 3″ (2.5)	5 x 5 x 62 (13 x 13 x 157)	4 (1.80)
		4.0 (100)	8′ 3″ (2.5)	6 x 6 x 40 (15 x 15 x 102)	5 (2.25)
		4.0 (100)	13′ 2″ (4.0)	6 x 6 x 50 (15 x 15 x 127)	8 (3.60)
		4.7 (120)	8′ 3″ (2.5)	6 x 6 x 40 (15 x 15 x 102)	6 (2.70)
		4.7 (120)	13′ 2″ (4.0)	6 x 6 x 54 (15 x 15 x 137)	9 (4.05)
		5.5 (140)	8′ 3″ (2.5)	8 x 8 x 40 (20 x 20 x 102)	7 (3.15)
		5.5 (140)	13′ 2″ (4.0)	8 x 8 x 54 (20 x 20 x 137)	11 (4.95)
		6.3 (160)	8′ 3″ (2.5)	8 x 8 x 40 (20 x 20 x 102)	10 (4.50)
		6.3 (160)	10′ 0″ (3.0)	8 x 8 x 54 (20 x 20 x 137)	11 (4.95)
		6.3 (160)	13′ 2″ (4.0)	8 x 8 x 54 (20 x 20 x 137)	14 (6.30)
		7.0 (180)	8′ 3″ (2.5)	8 x 8 x 54 (20 x 20 x 137)	11 (4.95)
		7.0 (180)	10′ 0″ (3.0)	8 x 8 x 54 (20 x 20 x 137)	14 (6.30)
		7.0 (180)	13′ 2″ (4.0)	8 x 8 x 54 (20 x 20 x 137)	18 (8.10)
		7.9 (200)	8′ 3″ (2.5)	9.5 x 9.5 x 61 (24 x 24 x 152)	17 (7.65)
		7.9 (200)	13′ 2″ (4.0)	9.5 x 9.5 x 61 (24 x 24 x 152)	22 (9.90)
		9.8 (250)	8′ 3″ (2.5)	14 x 14 x 60 (36 x 36 x 155)	24 (10.80)
		9.8 (250)	13′ 2″ (4.0)	14 x 14 x 70 (36 x 36 x 178)	38 (17.10)

LTB300 and LTB350 sizes are available. Consult factory.

Lift Tube Set Assemblies

White lift tube covers are available as special order, but are rarely needed.

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Vacuum Lifting System Accessories
Vacuum Lift Tube Clamps and Rubber Clamping Bands

	Lift Tube Clamps ANVER Vacuum Lift Tube Clamps are just the thing for attaching vacuum lift tubes to either the Top Swivel or Lower Lifting Head. They are a combination wire clamp and hose clamp and work great for this application. These clamps allow you to simply stretch the Lift Tube on and directly clamp it without cutting the wire out of the Vacuum Lift Tube. The wire of the clamp meshes with the wire of the lift tube for a tight, secure, airtight grip. An optional wrap of duct tape is sometimes useful to cover the sharp parts of the clamp worm drive. Rubber Clamping Bands Stretching an ANVER seamless Rubber Clamping Band over the vacuum lift tube clamp makes for a clean, professional transition. We recommend two clamps on top and one on bottom. ANVER Vacuum Lift Tube Clamps can be reused as they feature a worm gear tightening mechanism.

Lift Tube Clamp Specifications

	Product Photo (Click to Enlarge)	Clamp Part Number	Clamp Description		Clamping Band Part Number	Clamping Band Description
		CLP-100-D	Lift Tube Clamp for 100mm Lift Tubes 2 on Top, 1 on Bottom			Rubber Clamping Band for 90 mm & 100mm Lift Tubes 1 on Top, 1 on Bottom
		CLP-120-D	Lift Tube Clamp for 120mm Lift Tubes 2 on Top, 1 on Bottom			Rubber Clamping Band for 120mm & 140mm Lift Tubes 1 on Top, 1 on Bottom
		CLP-140-D	Lift Tube Clamp for 140mm Lift Tube 2 on Top, 1 on Bottom
		CLP-160-D	Lift Tube Clamp for 160mm Lift Tube 2 on Top, 1 on Bottom			Rubber Clamping Band for 160mm & 180mm Lift Tubes 1 on Top, 1 on Bottom
		CLP-180-D	Lift Tube Clamp for 180mm Lift Tubes 2 on Top, 2 on Bottom
		CLP-200-D	Lift Tube Clamp for 200mm Lift Tubes 2 on Top, 2 on Bottom	Rubber Clamping Band is not available for CLP-200 or 250-D sizes.
		CLP-250-D	Lift Tube Clamp for 250mm Lift Tubes 2 on Top, 2 on Bottom

ANVER also offers a complete line of vacuum hose clamps that have been designed for use on vacuum or medium pressure line connections and for use in conjunction with ANVER vacuum hose and hose barbs.

Guidelines for Replacing Vacuum Lifter Tubes

Top Swivel/Control Head Preparation
Before installing the replacement tube, be sure the vacuum control head and top swivel are clean and free from any previous residue.

Tube Installation
Before attempting lift tube replacement, pre-stretch the tube lengthwise as much as possible. Smooth and pull outward on the tube ends, removing any tendency to curl inward. A hot airgun or hair dryer can be used to warm the end of the tube to make it more pliable. Be careful not to heat too much. Only a little heat is needed to help. Trim any excess tube material on the ends of the tube using a razor knife. If the tube is too tight over the vacuum control head or top swivel, the last two coils of the tube may have to be removed by cutting the fabric with a razor knife and cutting the wire with a pair of heavy duty cutting pliers. If the tube is too loose over the vacuum control head or top swivel, wrap several layers of duct tape around the area until the fit is snug. Clamping the top swivel and control head in a bench vice or having an assistant help during tube installation is highly recommended. Slide rubber sleeves (optional) and wire ring clamps (see diagram) over the ends of the vacuum tube and temporarily tighten the lift tube clamps over the top swivel. It is recommended that new clamps be used when replacing the vacuum tube. Gradually pull tube all around until the top of the tube is even with the top surface of the nylon ring. If the clamps cannot be slid over the tube, place the wires of the clamp between the wires on the tube and turn the clamps onto the tube. A screwdriver used as a lever and needle-nose pliers help to ease the tube into position. Secure the top of the tube to the swivel with (2) two clamps (VT250+ sizes use one heavy duty clamp) ensuring that the wire rings on the clamp sit evenly within the crests of the tube without crossing over. The clamps should be placed in opposite directions with the screw portions of the clamps positioned 180° apart. In a similar manner, attach the other end of the vacuum tube to the control head. Secure in place with (1) one wire ring clamp. Take special care to position the tube evenly all around, ensuring that all holes in the control head are covered by the tube. When replacing the vacuum tube on the VT-160 size only, be sure to position the lower clamp below the raised band on the vacuum head to provide the best possible attachment between control head and vacuum tube. Rubber sleeves are provided to conceal the wire clamps if so desired. Their use is optional.

Warning: Use extreme caution not to puncture the outer wall of the tube during preparation and installation procedures. Doing so will weaken the tube and may cause vacuum leakage. If the vacuum tube wall is accidentally punctured, cut away the damaged end and reattach to the control head or top swivel. Check to ensure the tube is securely fastened to the control head and top swivel by pulling or twisting the tube. A very serious personal injury or unit failure may result if the tube is not correctly installed. ANVER recommends replacement of both tubes, as a pair, on the Double Tube systems.

ANVER Armadillo™ Vacuum Lifting Tubes have been manufactured with a black, orange and Anver yellow outside wrapping. ANVER has also supplied tubes over the years in a variety of other colors including white, black, grey and blue as well as different fabrics and coatings. Currently ANVER safety yellow is our main color. We reserve the right to change the color and construction as we continually change to improve our products.