This is a dual stage pump, which isn't necessary for composite applications. A cheaper single stage pump will work just as fine

Robinair 15500 will pull full vacuum depending on what altitude you’re at

Jason

As long as you want to do anything but wet layup without vacuum compression, you will need a vacuum pump. For beginners almost any rotary vane pump (oil bath) will do the job. You can get a great variety at Amazon and eBay.

Hello, I'm really new to this carbon fiber parts making using vacuum pump, so I was wondering if you guys know what would be the best vacuum pump for a reasonable price (). Or vacuum pump is not necessary if you are new to carbon fiber parts making?