U 5.40 (XL K)Pumping speed 40 m³/hUltimate pressure 1 mbarU 5.166 3Ph 230/400 V 50 Hz / 265/460, 230/400 V 60 Hz, UL/CSA, 3.0 kW
The Becker U 5.166 is an oil-lubricated rotary vane vacuum pump with a pumping speed of 165 m³/h at 50 Hz (198 m³/h at 60 Hz) and an ultimate pressure of < 0.1 mbar. It is particularly suitable for the vacuum packaging of food. Ehrler & Beck advises on selection, accessories and service.
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- Pumping speed 165 m³/h 50 Hz 198 m³/h 60 Hz
- Ultimate pressure 0.1 mbar
- Rated motor power 3 kW 50 Hz 3.6 kW 60 Hz
| Motor variant | Motor order number |
|---|---|
| 3Ph 230/400 V 50 Hz / 265/460, 230/400 V 60 Hz, UL/CSA, 3.0 kW (selected) | 42489422301114RE |
| 3Ph 400 V 50 Hz / 230/460, 208 V 60 Hz, UL/CSA | 42589407301114RE |
| 3Ph 200/350 V 50 Hz / 200/380–400, 200/350 V 60 Hz, UL/CSA, 3.0 kW | 42489453301114RE |
| 3Ph 400/690 V 60 Hz, UL/CSA, 3.6 kW | 42589454301114RE |
| 3Ph 230/400 V 50 Hz / 265/460, 230/400 V 60 Hz, UL/CSA, 4.0 kW | 42689422300114TA |
| 3Ph 200/400 V 50 Hz / 230/460, 208 V 60 Hz, UL/CSA | 42789407300114TA |
| 3Ph 200/350 V 50 Hz / 200/380–400, 200/350 V 60 Hz, UL/CSA, 4.0 kW | 42689453300114TA |
| 3Ph 400/690 V 60 Hz, UL/CSA, 4.5 kW | 42789454300114TA |
Becker U 5.166 – oil-lubricated rotary vane vacuum pump
The U 5.166 delivers 165 m³/h at 50 Hz and 198 m³/h at 60 Hz and reaches an ultimate pressure of < 0.1 mbar; for continuous operation Becker gives a working range of < 0.1–100 mbar with 3.0 / 3.6 kW; < 0.1–400 mbar with 4.0 / 4.5–4.8 kW. Installed motor power: 3.0 / 3.6 kW or 4.0 / 4.5–4.8 kW. Sound pressure level 70 / 72 dB(A) at 50 / 60 Hz. Weight: 70 kg without motor; with motor approx. 104–107 kg (Becker catalogue 2026). Dimensions 843–854 × 510 × 398.5 mm (depending on the motor), oil quantity 5 l.Use
Becker calls the U series ideal for the vacuum packaging of food – from vacuum chamber machines and flow-pack machines to tray sealers.Equipment
- Gas ballast valve
- Non-return valve
- High-efficiency oil separator element
Further versions
- U 5.166 O2-PACK: version for MAP packaging with more than 20.9 % oxygen
Advice and service
Ehrler & Beck supports you in selecting the right size and motor version, supplies oil, filters and spare parts and carries out maintenance and repair.| Pumping speed 50Hz | 165 |
|---|---|
| Pumping speed 60Hz | 198 |
| Ultimate pressure | 0.1 |
| Rated motor power 50Hz | 3 |
| Rated motor power 60Hz | 3.6 |
| Motor efficiency class | IE3 |
| Weight | 107 |
| Length | 84.3 |
| Width | 51 |
| Height | 39.85 |
| Inlet connection flange | G 2" |
| Noise level | 70 dB(A) |
| Cooling method | Air cooling |
Further technical data
| Motor | Data |
|---|---|
| Motor order number | 42489422301114RE |
| Pump types according to Becker | U 5.166 U 5.166/0-62 XL + O2-PACK |
| Phases | 3~ (three-phase) |
| 50 Hz | 3.0 kW (4.0 hp) · Δ230/Y400 V · IE3 · 1458 min⁻¹ · 11.4/6.57 A |
| 60 Hz | 3.6 kW (4.8 hp) · Δ265/Y460 V · IE3 · 1749 min⁻¹ · 12.2/6.48 A 3.6 kW (4.8 hp) · Δ230/Y400 V · 1736 min⁻¹ · 12.0/6.94 A |
| Version | CE • UL • CSA IP55 • ISO F • PTO |
| Motor length M1 | 350.0 mm |
| Overall length L1 with pump | U 5.166: 843.0 mm U 5.166/0-62 XL + O2-PACK: 831.5 mm |
| Motor weight | 37.0 kg |
| Motor data according to | Becker Motor Specifications for Pumps and Blowers (09/2026), item 7-19 |
Additional technical data
| Technical data | Value |
|---|---|
| Design | Rotary vane vacuum pump, oil-lubricated, air-cooled |
| Pumping speed 50 Hz / 60 Hz | 165 / 198 m³/h |
| Ultimate pressure (absolute) | < 0.1 mbar |
| Working range in continuous operation | < 0.1–100 mbar with 3.0 / 3.6 kW; < 0.1–400 mbar with 4.0 / 4.5–4.8 kW |
| Installed motor power 50 Hz / 60 Hz | 3.0 / 3.6 kW or 4.0 / 4.5–4.8 kW |
| Sound pressure level 50 Hz / 60 Hz | 70 / 72 dB(A) |
| Weight | 70 kg without motor; with motor approx. 104–107 kg (Becker catalogue 2026) |
| Dimensions L × W × H | 843–854 × 510 × 398.5 mm (depending on the motor) |
| Connections | Vacuum G 2"; exhaust via deflector hood (optional thread G 2") |
| Oil quantity | 5 l |
| Becker data sheet | Dated 2023-11-07 |
| Version | Description |
|---|---|
| U 5.166 O2-PACK | Version for MAP packaging with more than 20.9 % oxygen |







