STP-iX455/iXL455 Series Instruction Manual 
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Installation 
4.3.3  How to Secure the STP Pump 
 
◇  The STP pump is provided with a high-speed rotor. The worst-case failure may 
result in a jump in rotational torque leading to personal injury or peripheral 
equipment damage. 
The method of securing the STP pump will depend on the installation 
requirements. Secure the STP pump to the vacuum equipment as follows: 
◇  The generated torque during a pump failure is called "Destructive torque".   
Design and secure the mounting for the STP pump so that it can withstand this 
destructive torque. Refer to Table 4.3 for destructive torque values. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
◇  Refer to Table 4.2 for tightening torque of the bolt. 
Table 4.2    Tightening Torque of Bolt 
Size of bolt  Tightening torque of bolt (Nm) 
M8  12 
M10  24 
M12  42 
 
 
◇  When securing on the pump base side or using any securing method other than 
that specified in this manual, contact Edwards. 
Damper
Yes
No
With bolts
With Claw Clamps
inlet port with bolts" 
the inlet port flange with claw 
clamps" 
"3)  When  installing
the  damper  in  the 
flange"