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Tiger-Vac CR-1200D

Pharma cleanroom dry vacuum in electropolished AISI 316 stainless steel. ULPA U15 + HEPA H14 dual filtration system. ISO Class 4 compatible, autoclavable and ESD safe — with individual aerosol leak test from factory.

ULPA U15 HEPA H14 ISO Class 4 Autoclavable ESD safe GMP compatible AISI 316 Electropolished

ULPA U15 exhaust filter: 99.999 % at 0.12 µm — tested to IEST-RP-CC001
Upstream HEPA H14 protects the motor and extends ULPA filter service life
Motor top and tank in AISI 316 — electropolished surface eliminates microscopic contamination traps
Tank and white nylon wheels autoclavable up to 121 °C
Filter blockage indicator — LED light warns when collection bag is full
Complete unit aerosol leak tested before shipment from factory

Tiger-Vac CR-1200D pharma cleanroom dry vacuum in electropolished AISI 316 stainless steel

ULPA U15 — EN 1822 / IEST-RP-CC001

HEPA H14 — EN 1822

ISO Class 4 (ISO 14644-1)

CE — Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC

CE — Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU

EMC Directive 2014/30/EU

What is the Tiger-Vac CR-1200D?

The CR-1200D is Tiger-Vac's robust pharma cleanroom dry vacuum built entirely in stainless steel. Both the motor top and the recovery tank are manufactured in AISI 316 stainless steel with an electropolished finish — a surface treatment that eliminates microscopic crevices and irregularities where contamination could accumulate. The CR-1200D is designed specifically for the pharmaceutical, semiconductor and microelectronics industries and is compatible with ISO Class 4 (formerly US Fed. Std. 209E Class 10) as defined in ISO 14644-1.

What sets the CR-1200D apart from most competitors is its dual filtration system. An upstream HEPA H14 filter protects the motor and prevents ultrafine particles from reaching the ULPA filter prematurely — significantly extending the ULPA filter service life. The downstream ULPA U15 exhaust filter ensures that all air leaving the vacuum meets cleanroom quality. The ULPA filter achieves 99.999 % efficiency at 0.12 µm and 99.9995 % at 0.18 µm (MPPS), tested and documented in accordance with IEST-RP-CC001.

Tiger-Vac performs an aerosol leak test on the complete assembled unit before shipment. This test verifies not only the filter itself but also the gaskets, joints and every component of the air path — and the results are documented. It is a level of assurance that few manufacturers offer as standard.

The filter blockage indicator light alerts the operator when the collection bag is approaching capacity, so the bag can be changed before airflow is significantly reduced. In high-frequency environments, this small detail prevents unplanned interruptions and ensures consistent suction performance throughout the shift.

Important usage restriction: The CR-1200D is designed exclusively for dry material recovery. The unit must not be used with liquids, slurry or wet material, as the suction motor is not protected against moisture. The designation “Dry Recovery Only” is part of the official product name and reflects this restriction explicitly.

Technical Specifications

Parameter	Value
Exhaust filter class	ULPA U15 (EN 1822 / IEST-RP-CC001)
ULPA filter efficiency	99.999 % at 0.12 µm • 99.9995 % at 0.18 µm (MPPS)
Primary filter (motor protection)	HEPA H14 — 99.995 % at 0.3 µm (EN 1822)
Collection filter	Synthetic disposable bag (9.5 L) • Class M (IEC 60335-2-69)
Cleanroom compatibility	ISO Class 4 (ISO 14644-1 • FED STD 209E Class 10)
Filter indicator	LED indicator for full collection bag
Motor type	Thru-Flow
Power	1 kW / 1000 W
Voltage	240 V, 50 Hz, single phase
Current	4.6 A
Air flow	204 m³/h
Vacuum pressure	2,410 mmH₂O
Sound level	70 dB(A)
Suction inlet	Ø38 mm
Recovery tank	9.8 L — stainless steel AISI 316
Disposable bag capacity	9.5 L (synthetic, white)
Wheel system	4-wheel dolly — autoclavable white nylon wheels
Static resistance	< 10 Ω (static dissipating)
Dimensions	H 71 × W 38 × L 41 cm
Weight (vacuum only)	16 kg
Cord length	10.6 m
Recovery type	Dry only
Autoclavable	Tank + white nylon wheels up to 121 °C
Material — motor top and tank	Stainless steel AISI 316, electropolished
Cable holder	Included — stainless steel

CE marking based on: EN 60204-1:2018 • EN 60335-1:2012 (A11:2014, A13:2017, A15:2021) • EN 60335-2-2:2010 (A11:2012, A1:2013) • EN 61000-6-2:2005 • EN 61000-6-4:2007 (A1:2011)

Solution for tablet presses

Recovering and Counting Tablets from Tablet Presses

Tablets that drop at the tablet press or on the packaging line often have to be counted and reconciled. Vacuumed up with an ordinary vacuum, they end up in the bag together with the dust and must be sorted by hand. With the CR-1200D and Tiger-Vac’s separator, the tablets land in a closed jar instead — kept apart from the dust and ready for counting.

Tiger-Vac CR-1200D with separator 212208 mounted on the raised suction inlet

How it works

The tablets are picked up through a 1" hose and drop into the separator’s transparent jar.
The dust continues into the CR-1200D and through its HEPA H14 and ULPA U15 filters, so the exhaust air stays at cleanroom quality.
The jar is removed and closed with its lid. The tablets can be counted and checked straight away.

Tablets and dust are kept apart — no sorting by hand
Closed jar with lid for counting, inspection and reconciliation
Extra jars, so a full jar can be swapped for an empty one at once
Stainless steel separator, mounted directly on the machine
Built on the CR-1200D: ULPA U15, ISO Class 4 compatible, electropolished AISI 316
Tested by Tiger-Vac on tablets — see the video and photos below

Tiger-Vac’s test: tablets being vacuumed up (12 s)

Tablets collected in the separator jar after vacuuming with the Tiger-Vac CR-1200D — Tablets collected in the jar

Tablets emptied from the jar, ready for counting — Ready for counting

What to order

For this task the CR-1200D is supplied in a special version in which Tiger-Vac raises the suction inlet at the factory, so the separator can be mounted directly on the machine. Mention the separator when you order. The separator was originally developed for mercury recovery and is supplied with two jars and two lids.

Separator with 2 jars and lids

Part no. 212208

Extra 540 ml jar with lid for the Tiger-Vac separator, part no. 212210

Extra jar, 540 ml with lid

Part no. 212210 • Optional

Suction hose for the separator, 1" (25.4 mm) × 2.4 m

Part no. 212211

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Accessories and Options

The CR-1200D is supplied with a ULPA U15 filter and a stainless steel cable holder as standard. Three tool kits are available as options — select the kit that matches your cleaning protocol and classification requirements.

ULPA U15 filter

Part no. 211027 • Included

Stainless steel cable holder for Tiger-Vac CR-1200D

Cable holder, stainless steel

Included

Autoclavable tool kit Kit 3 for Tiger-Vac CR-1200D, part no. 323604

Kit #3 — Autoclavable accessories

Part no. 323604 • Ø32 mm • Optional

ESD safe tool kit Kit 2 for Tiger-Vac CR-1200D, part no. 323602

Kit #2 — ESD safe accessories

Part no. 323602 • Ø32 mm • Optional

Standard tool kit Kit 1 for Tiger-Vac CR-1200D, part no. 323600

Kit #1 — Standard accessories

Part no. 323600 • Ø32 mm • Optional

Needle Trap

Optional

Stainless steel cable and hose holding bracket for Tiger-Vac CR-1200D, part no. 219098A and 219098B

Cable and hose holding bracket, stainless steel

Part no. 219098A (Ø32 mm) / 219098B (Ø38 mm) • Optional

White synthetic recovery bag with collar for the Tiger-Vac CR-1200D, part no. 219027

Recovery bag, synthetic, white

Part no. 219027 • Pack of 5

Choosing the Right Accessories Kit

Kit #3 (autoclavable) is the right choice when accessories must be autoclaved together with the tank — the hose is EPDM, the wands are stainless steel and the nozzles are food-grade silicone. Kit #2 (ESD safe) is engineered for environments with electrostatic requirements: conductive plastic, conductive nylon brushes and an ESD-rated hose. Kit #1 (standard) covers routine cleaning and is the cost-neutral starting point. The separate Needle Trap mounts on the hose and captures sharp objects — needles, broken glass and similar — in a tubular chamber on the hose, so they never reach the vacuum and cannot puncture the collection bag or the filter. The stainless steel holding bracket (part no. 219098B) mounts the hose and cable neatly to a fixed workstation and is recommended when the vacuum is used in a dedicated area.

Exhaust filter ULPA U15

Primary filter HEPA H14

Clean room ISO Class 4

ULPA efficiency 99.9995 % at MPPS

Power 1 kW / 240 V

Air flow 204 m³/h

Sound level 70 dB(A)

Tank 9.8 L — AISI 316

Weight 16 kg

Recovery Dry only

Surface finish Electropolished

Autoclavable Up to 121 °C

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the advantage of having both HEPA H14 and ULPA U15 in the same unit?

Most cleanroom vacuums have a single exhaust filter. In the CR-1200D, the HEPA H14 filter is positioned upstream — before the motor — and the ULPA U15 filter is positioned downstream, at the exhaust. The HEPA filter captures the coarser and medium-fine particles so that the ULPA filter is not overloaded prematurely. This significantly extends the ULPA filter service life and at the same time ensures that the motor is fully protected against particle ingress. The result is that the exhaust air consistently meets ISO Class 4 requirements, even after prolonged use.

What does the factory aerosol leak test involve, and why does it matter?

Tiger-Vac tests each ULPA filter individually. In addition, an aerosol leak test is carried out on the complete assembled unit before it leaves the factory. This test does not only verify that the filter performs to specification — it also confirms that the gaskets, joints and every component of the air path are leak-tight. A filter with perfect efficiency ratings is worthless if there is a bypass leak around the filter seal. The test documentation is available on request and supports the validation process in GMP-regulated facilities.

What does electropolished surface finish mean in a pharmaceutical context?

Electropolishing is an electrochemical process that removes the outermost microscopic layers of the metal, leaving a smooth, mirror-bright surface free of microcracks and surface irregularities. In a pharmaceutical context this has two consequences: first, there are no places where particles or microorganisms can become trapped or adhere; second, the surface can be cleaned effectively with aggressive disinfectants without being attacked. Electropolished surfaces are the standard requirement in GMP Grade A and B environments and are recommended wherever cross-contamination is a risk.

Can the tank be autoclaved without disassembling the whole unit?

Yes. The tank is secured with cam-lock clamps that allow the tank to be separated from the motor unit quickly and without tools. The white nylon wheels are also autoclavable. The motor unit and filters must not be autoclaved — but they do not need to be, as they are located in the clean air stream after filtration. Accessories such as the hose and nozzles can be autoclaved separately using Kit #3 (autoclavable accessories, part no. 323604).

What is the difference between the CR-1200D and the CR-1 ULPA — when should I choose which?

The CR-1 ULPA is the compact, lightweight model (9 kg) with a plastic body and an optional stainless steel tank. It is well suited to laboratories and cleanrooms where weight is a priority and where there is no requirement to autoclave the entire unit. The CR-1200D (16 kg) offers full AISI 316 construction throughout, an electropolished surface, higher airflow (204 m³/h vs. 163 m³/h) and the dual HEPA H14 + ULPA U15 filtration system. Choose the CR-1200D when the process requires autoclaving, an electropolished surface, the highest material and corrosion specification (AISI 316), or when the validation requirements call for a documented factory aerosol leak test on the complete assembled unit.

What does the filter blockage indicator tell me — and when should the bag be changed?

The filter blockage indicator light activates when the resistance from the collection bag causes airflow to drop noticeably — a sign that the bag is approaching its capacity limit. It is a practical prompt to change the bag before suction performance degrades further. In environments handling potent compounds (OEB 3), the collection bag must be handled with gloves and disposed of in accordance with the facility's contaminated waste procedure. The collection bag (part no. 219027, pack of 5) is synthetic and white, and closes securely when removed.

Is the CR-1200D suitable for use in GMP-regulated facilities?

Yes. The CR-1200D is designed specifically for pharmaceutical manufacturing and is compatible with the requirements for cleaning equipment in classified areas under GMP. CE marking is based on the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, the Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU and the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU. The EU Declaration of Conformity (issued April 2024) and the filter test report are available as validation documentation. The electropolished AISI 316 steel, the autoclavable tank and the documented aerosol leak test are all elements that support a GMP validation report.

Is the Tiger-Vac CR-1200D the right model for you?

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