The VLD-2500 vacuum leak detector finds leaking heat exchanger tubes in seconds, without pulling the bundle or shutting down the unit. Seal one end of the tube with a rubber plug, insert the detector into the other end, and pull the trigger — if the tube is leaking, the vacuum draws air through the breach and the VLD-2500 flags it immediately. It's built for tubes from 1/4" to 3" OD and runs on standard plant air (70–100 psi), so there's no separate compressor or power source needed.
Refineries, power plants, and petrochemical facilities use the VLD-2500 as part of routine turnaround inspection to catch tube failures before they cause downtime or contamination. The complete kit ships with a carrying case, 12" extension tube and T-handle, interchangeable nozzles, and rubber plugs sized for 5/8", 3/4", and 1" tubes.
- Nozzle for 3/16" to 1-1/8" ID
- Nozzle for 1-1/8" to 2" ID
- Nozzle for 2" to 3" ID
| For Tube ID's | Nozzle Size |
|---|---|
| 3/16" – 1 1/8" | Nozzle 1 |
| 1 1/8" – 2" | Nozzle 2 |
| 2" – 3" | Nozzle 3 |
Vacuum leak detection gives you a highly sensitive, accurate, and non-destructive way to pinpoint heat exchanger tube leaks early — before a small leak turns into a costly failure, a contamination event, or an unplanned outage.
Used as part of a regular preventive maintenance program, the VLD-2500 extends the service life of your heat exchangers, improves reliability, and reduces unexpected downtime. In power generation, petrochemical, and HVAC operations — where heat exchanger performance is critical — vacuum leak detection also supports regulatory compliance and energy efficiency.
