500 SERIES

MODELS
500CAR75
500CDR75

FEATURES
Custom designed for Refrigerant Recovery applications

All wetted aluminum parts treated for corrosion protection from moisture
Lightweight die cast aluminum components
Oil-less, non-lubricated piston and cylinder
Permanently lubricated ball bearings
Balanced for smooth, low vibration and quiet operation
Compatible with Refrigerants R-11, R-12, R-22, R-113, R-114, R-123
R-134A, R-404A, R-410A, R-500 and R-502
Minimum Compression Ratio = 50:1 (11" Hg @ 435 psig and 29.5" Hg barometer)
Liquid Recovery Rate: 3-5 lb/min*
Vapor Recovery Rate: .3-.5 lb/min*
Liquid compatible Head/Valve system

*Recovery rates may vary depending on recovery system design

Consult factory for custom applications

Thomas Division is an ISO 9001 registered company

500 Series Performance Data

MODEL NUMBER

500CAR

500CAR75

HEAD CONFIGURATION

Pressure/Vacuum

STROKE

.750 Inches

.750 Inches

PRESSURE

Flow @ 100-115/50/60

Flow @ 200-240/50/60

CFM

CFM

CFM @ PSI

500CDR75
Pressure/Vacuum

LPM @ bar

PSI

bar

0
25
50
75
100
125
150
175
200
225
250
275
300
325
350
375
400
425
435

0

.41
11.6

.42
11.3
2

.36
9.9

.38
9.9
4

.31
8.7

.33
9.0
6

.30
8.4

.31
8.5
8

.29
8.1

.29
7.9
10

.28
7.4

.27
7.3
12

.26
7.1

.26
6.8
14

.25
6.8

.24
6.8
16

.24
6.7

.24
6.5
18

.24
6.4

.23
6.4
20

.23
5.8

.23
5.9
22

.22
5.2

.22
5.5
24

.20
4.5

.21
4.8
26

.18
4.2

.19
4.5
28

.16
3.9

.17
4.2
30

.15
3.7

.16
3.6

.14

.15

.13

.14

.13

.13

LPM

LPM

MAX. INLET PRESSURE

435 PSI

30 bar

435 PSI

30 bar

MAX. INT. EXHAUST PRESSURE

435 PSI

30 bar

435 PSI

30 bar

VACUUM

Flow @ 100-115/50/60

CFM @ IN. hg

Flow @ 200-240/50/60

LPM @ mbar (gauge)

IN. hg

mbar (gauge)

CFM

LPM

CFM

LPM

0
5
10
15
20

0
-100
-200
-400
-600

.41
.30
.23
.18
.11

11.6
9.6
8.2
6.1
4.1

.42
.30
.23
.18
.12

11.7
9.6
8.2
6.1
4.0

MAX. VACUUM

27" hg

-914 mbar

27" hg

-914 mbar

MAX. AMBIENT AIR TEMP.

122 F

50C

122 F

50C

MIN. AMBIENT START TEMP.

32 F

0C

32 F

0C

MAX. RESTART PRESSURE

435 PSI

30 bar

435 PSI

30 bar

MAX. RESTART VACUUM

27" hg

-914 mbar

27" hg

-914 mbar

MOTOR VOLTAGE/FREQUENCY

MOTOR TYPE

Rectified DC Permanent Magnet Rectified DC Permanent Magnet

100-115/50/60

8.1

4.2

POWER AT RATED LOAD (WATTS)

670

640

STARTING CURRENT
(LOCKED ROTOR, AMPS)

51.0

55.6

CAPACITOR VALUE

470 mfd

470 mfd

MIN. FULL LOAD SPEED (RPM)

3300

3500

THERMAL PROTECTOR

Yes

5.2 kg

INSULATED
FEMALE
QUICK
DISCONNECT
(.250 X .032)
BLACK
LEAD

1/8-27 NPT
EXHAUST PORT
(PULL PLUG)

8.07

PIPE PLUG
WIRING
DIAGRAM
MOTOR
SHELL SEAM
3X 1/4(.250)-20
7.58 .04

RED/WHITE
STRIPE LEAD

10.11

1/8-27 NPT
INTAKE
PORT
(PULL PLUG)

3.77 .01

4.52
5.05

200-240/50/60

CURRENT AT RATED LOAD (AMPS)

11.4 lbs.
NET WEIGHT

RECTIFIER & CAPACITOR

TO BE TAPED IN THIS AREA

Yes
11.7 lbs.

5.3 kg

The information presented in this material is based on technical data and test results of nominal units. It is believed to be accurate
and reliable and is offered as an aid to help in the selection of Thomas products. It is the responsibility of the user to determine the
suitability of the product for his intended use and the user assumes all risk and liability whatsoever in connection therewith. Thomas
Industries does not warrant, guarantee or assume any obligation or liability in connection with this information.
NOTE: Models pictured are representative of the series and do not represent a specific model number. Consult factory for detailed
physical description.
Note 1: Pressure flow stated assumes atmospheric inlet pressure. Vacuum flows stated assume atmospheric discharge pressure.
Note 2: T
 he Model 500 requires additional cooling air flow to maintain adequate motor winding temperatures (class F), head & cylinder
temperatures not to exceed 250F (121C). Requirements vary with system design. Consult factory for details.

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