Büchi R-215 Rotary Evaporator

The Büchi R-215 Rotavapor is a high-quality rotary evaporator designed for the rapid and efficient evaporation of solvents under vacuum. The system is known for its reliability, ease of use, and modular design, making it suitable for both routine work and more complex distillations.

The R-215 is often supplied as a complete system, including:

B-491 heating bath

V-700 or V-710 vacuum pump

V-850 or V-855 vacuum controller

Glassware set (condenser + flasks)

Thanks to the combination of controlled vacuum, rotation, and heating, solvents can be removed quickly and gently, which is essential in chemistry, pharmaceutical, and food laboratories. ✅ Key benefits

Very user-friendly and safe design

Motorized lift with automatic safety function

PTFE seal for long service life and vacuum tightness

Modular system → easy to expand

Suitable for a wide range of applications

⚙️ Technical specifications
🔧 General performance

Bottle capacity: 50 – 4000 ml

Max. Load: ± 3 kg

Rotation speed: 20 – 280 rpm

Lift: motorized (quick-action lift)

Stroke: ±145 mm

Adjustable angle: 0–25°

🌡️ Heating bath (B-491)

Capacity: 4 liters

Temperature range: 20 – 180°C

Suitable for water and oil

Fast heating and digital display

💨 Vacuum system (typical)

Vacuum pump: V-700 / V-710

Final vacuum: up to 2–10 mbar

Vacuum controller (V-850):

Pressure regulation

Solvent library

Timer & USB interface

📏 Physical properties

Dimensions: approx. 550 × 575 × 415 mm

Weight: 16–18 kg

Power supply: 100–240 V, 50/60 Hz