Pfeiffer Vacuum+Fab Solutions Presents the New ASM HVM Mobile Leak Detector

14.09.2026
The ASM HVM is designed for applications where clean operation, high sensitivity, and mobility are essential. It ensures reliable helium leak testing for both spraying and sniffing applications, making it particularly well-suited for medium test volumes in semiconductor manufacturing, research and development, and industrial environments.
Pfeiffer Vacuum+Fab Solutions Presents the New ASM HVM Mobile Leak Detector

The new ASM HVM mobile leak detector. (Image source: Pfeiffer Vacuum+Fab Solutions)

Clean, fast, and quiet leak detection
The ASM HVM is equipped with a powerful dry scroll and a high-performance turbomolecular vacuum pump, enabling clean, oil-free operation and making it an excellent choice for cleanroom environments. This combination of a turbomolecular vacuum pump with a dry backing pump allows quick evacuation and ensures fast testing cycles, helping operators complete leak detection tasks quickly and efficiently. The low-noise operation of the scroll vacuum pump creates a quiet working environment, which is especially important for laboratories and production areas where several systems operate simultaneously.

With its compact footprint and high mobility, the ASM HVM can be positioned exactly where it is needed – even in confined spaces. Its ergonomic frame provides a comfortable working height, reducing operator fatigue during longer test sessions. The front-facing inlet simplifies the connection to test ports and helps keep workflows efficient and organized.

Compact and ergonomic design
A fully rotatable and removable color touch display gives operators a clear view of measured data from any angle and supports flexible positioning. The intuitive menu structure shortens training time and helps prevent operator errors, allowing users to focus on the test procedure itself rather than navigating complex controls. An integrated tool box keeps all essential accessories within reach, reducing interruptions and saving time when switching between different setups.

As the ASM HVM uses dry scroll technology, there is no need for oil changes, and maintenance requirements are minimal. This reduces unplanned downtime, lowers operating costs, and ensures that the leak detector remains ready for use when needed.

With its combination of clean operation, high mobility, and user-friendly features, the ASM HVM adds to the range of mobile leak detectors from Pfeiffer and provides a robust solution for reliable leak detection in demanding environments.

Source: Busch Group

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