
Delfin DG VL 185 ACD
ACD industrial vacuum cleaner for combustible dust in non-ATEX classified areas
The Delfin DG VL 185 ACD is a powerful three-phase industrial vacuum cleaner equipped with an 18.5 kW side-channel blower designed for continuous operation (24/7) and the safe collection of combustible or hazardous dust in non-ATEX classified areas. It is built according to IEC 60335-2-69 Annex AA and classified as a Class H vacuum cleaner under EN 60335-2-69. With a large filter surface and automatic SELF CLEAN system, it is ideal for use as a central vacuum in heavy-duty industrial environments.
- Manufactured according to IEC 60335-2-69 Annex AA (ACD standard) and EN 17348.
- H-class vacuum cleaner for combustible and hazardous dust.
- Motor: three-phase 400 V – 18.5 kW – IP55 – continuous duty.
- Filter: antistatic polyester M with automatic SELF CLEAN system and final HEPA H14 filter.
- Container: 160 L steel tank with tangential inlet and cyclonic separation.
- Ideal for large central vacuum systems with long hoses and multiple simultaneous users.
Technical design
The DG VL 185 ACD is powered by a high-performance side-channel blower providing a maximum vacuum of 5,500 mm H₂O and an airflow of 1,050 m³/h. The primary filter of 90,000 cm² is made of antistatic polyester (Class M) and is automatically cleaned by the SELF CLEAN system with an internal compressor. The final HEPA H14 filter (52,000 cm²) is tested according to EN 1822-5 with 99.995 % efficiency (MPPS method). All conductive components are properly grounded according to EN 17348.
Safety and certification
- ACD-built according to IEC 60335-2-69 Annex AA and EN 17348.
- Certified as a Class H vacuum cleaner (EN 60335-2-69 Annex AA).
- Not ATEX-certified – suitable for ordinary industrial environments with combustible dust.
- Equipped with HEPA H14 final filter (99.995 % efficiency, EN 1822-5).
- Automatic SELF CLEAN system with integrated compressor.
Technical note
The Delfin DG VL 185 ACD is designed for heavy-duty industries such as chemical production, powder processing, and metalworking, where dust can be combustible or hazardous but the surrounding atmosphere is non-explosive. The unit meets the requirements of IEC 60335-2-69 Annex AA and EN 17348 for filtration, containment, and controlled dust discharge. It is ideal for central vacuum systems or fixed installations with multiple users and long piping networks.
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FAQ
What does ACD classification mean?
ACD stands for Applied for Combustible Dust and indicates that the vacuum cleaner is built according to IEC 60335-2-69 Annex AA, meeting requirements for containment, filtration, and safe handling of combustible dust in non-ATEX classified areas.
Is the Delfin DG VL 185 ACD third-party certified?
No. The model is not third-party certified, but Delfin declares conformity with IEC 60335-2-69 Annex AA and EN 17348.
What filter class does the vacuum have?
Primary filter in antistatic polyester M and final HEPA H14 (99.995 % efficiency, EN 1822-5).
Can it be used in Zone 22?
No. ACD models are designed for areas where dust is combustible but the atmosphere is non-explosive. For Zone 22, choose a 1/3D model.
How is the filter cleaned?
Through the SELF CLEAN system with internal compressor that automatically cleans the filter during operation.
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Technical specifications
| Specifications | Data |
|---|---|
| Application area | Non-ATEX classified zones |
| Classification | ACD – IEC 60335-2-69 Annex AA |
| Filter class | H – EN 60335-2-69 |
| Voltage / Frequency | 400 V – 50 Hz (3~) |
| Power / Current | 18.5 kW / 33 A |
| Protection rating | IP55 |
| Maximum vacuum | 5,500 mm H₂O |
| Continuous vacuum | 3,800 mm H₂O |
| Maximum airflow | 1,050 m³/h |
| Suction inlet | Ø 120 mm |
| Container capacity | 160 L |
| Noise level | 75 dB(A) |
| Dimensions (L×W×H) | 185 × 80 × 210 cm |
| Weight | 450 kg |
| Primary filter | Star-shaped polyester ANT M – 90,000 cm² / Ø 560 mm |
| HEPA filter | HEPA H14 – 52,000 cm² – 99.995 % (MPPS) |
| Filter cleaning | SELF CLEAN automatic with compressor |
| Operation | Continuous (24/7) – side-channel blower |
| Standards | EN 1822-5 (H14), EN 17348, IEC 60335-2-69 |
| Material | Painted steel – antistatic housing and conductive parts |




