Roughing pump

A roughing pump is a type of vacuum pump specifically designed to create a low vacuum, typically in applications that require the initial or preliminary evacuation of gases from a chamber or system. It is often used in conjunction with higher-performance pumps (such as turbo pumps or ion pumps) that operate at deeper vacuum levels. The primary function of a roughing pump is to remove atmospheric gases and moisture from a vacuum chamber to reach a specific pressure level, allowing the subsequent operation of more sensitive or efficient pumps.