

Vortex MAX Powered Engine Precleaner
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Product Description
Vortex® MAX is a patented engine precleaner that combines proven, powered technology with high-efficiency filtration, protecting engines from the harmful impact of dust and debris. The small footprint, high-airflow system (900 CFM, 25.48 m3/min) provides constant and sustained precleaned air downstream to the engine, improving machine performance, reducing costly downtime, and lowering total cost of ownership.
Mounting hardware sold separately.
Part Number | Description |
VMAX0001 | 12-Volt Vortex MAX with Rain Cap |
VMAX0002 | 24-Volt Vortex MAX with Rain Cap |
VMAX0005 | 12-Volt Vortex MAX with Heavy-Debris Screen |
VMAX0006 | 24-Volt Vortex MAX with Heavy-Debris Screen |
EF800 | Vortex MAX Replacement Filter |
How it Works: The Sy-Klone Effect
The separation and ejection of debris, and high-efficiency filtering, all of which precleans air, is The Sy-Klone Effect.

- Dirty air enters the precleaner housing through the inlet end.
- The debris-laden air is directed into a rotation – a “Vortex” – pushing the debris to the outside walls through centrifugal force. The debris rotates towards the outlet end.
- Debris is ejected through the ejection port, and the fine dust that remains passes through Sy-Klone’s self-cleaning filter.
- After passing through the high-efficiency filter, clean air is passed downstream to the engine and engine air filter through the outlet end.
Benefits and Features
Maximize Clean Air Downstream to the Engine
- Proprietary powered precleaning technology, combined with high-efficiency filtration
High-Airflow System
- Up to 900 CFM (25.48 m3/min) from a single unit provides protective power of clean air for wide range of machines
Reduce Total Cost of Ownership, Improve Productivity
- Provide sustained, clean air flow regardless of the machine’s operating state, even in idle
- Minimize downtime and maintenance costs
- Reduce dirty air downstream, which can abrade engine components and damage exhaust and aftertreatment systems
- Extend life of primary engine filter and engine, meet maintenance intervals
Versatile Installation Options
- Available in 12V and 24V configurations
- Compact size and footprint with variable mounting configurations
- Less expensive and easier installation as compared to multiple unit smaller airflow systems
Vortex MAX Specifications
Operating Specifications
- Operating range: 0-900 CFM (0-25.48 m3/min)
- Operation temperature: -40 °F to +176 °F (-40 °C to +80 °C) continuous; +185 °F (+85 °C) short exposure
- Mounting: Vertical or horizontal (Mounting plates available separately)
- Filter change: Filter should be changed when the maximum level of restriction has been exceeded, not to exceed 1000 operating hours
- Maintenance: No routine maintenance or cleaning of the precleaner is required
- Not for use in explosion-prone environments. (Not NEMA Rated).
Product Specifications
- Construction: Glass-filled injection molded polypropylene exterior, steel hardware, 12V and 24V DC motor with sealed housing and sealed ball bearings.
- Mounting Orientation: Horizontal or vertical; mounting plates available separately.
NOTE: When mounting vertically, it is recommended that rain cap end is up. If rain cap end is down, remove rain cap. - Product dimensions and weight: HxWxL; Weight
- With rain cap: 13.3" x 14.3" x 24.1" (337 mm x 364 mm x 611 mm); 17 lbs. (7.7 Kg)
- Without rain cap: 13.2" x 14.3" x 21.5" (336 mm x 364 mm x 546 mm); 15.5 lbs. (7.0 Kg)
- With heavy-debris screen: 14.5" x 14.5" x 26.2" (368 mm x 369 mm x 665 mm); 21.8 lbs. (9.8 Kg)
- Packaged dimensions and weight: HxWxL; Weight:
- With rain cap: 14.5” x 15.5” x 25.75” (368 mm x 394 mm x 654 mm); 20 lbs. (9.07 kg)
- With heavy-debris screen: 18" x 18" x 35.37" (457 mm x 457 mm x 898 mm); 27 lbs. (12.25 kg)
Power Specifications
Vortex Max(s) must be wired to power ON when machine is operating.- Power requirement: 10.5 amps constant at 12V; 8 amps constant at 24V
- Voltage max/min: +-10% from Nominal voltage (12 or 24 Volt)
- Suggested fusing: 15A Blade Fuse @ 12 VDC; 10A Blade Fuse @ 24VDC
- Electric motor rating: IP68 (Good water resistance, however, do not run underwater)
Part Number | Adaptation and Service Parts |
VMAX0701 | Vortex MAX: Vertical Mounting Plate |
VMAX0702 | Vortex MAX: Horizontal Mounting Plate |
VMAX0901 | Vortex MAX: Rain Cap |
VMAX0902 | Vortex MAX: Motor Mount |
VMAX0903 | Vortex MAX: 24V Motor |
VMAX0904 | Vortex MAX: 12V Motor |
VMAX0905 | Vortex MAX: Clevis Pin Assembly |
VMAX0906 | Vortex MAX: Filter Housing Section |
VMAX0907 | Vortex MAX: Heavy Debris Screen |
VMAX0908 | Vortex MAX: Wiring Kit |
EF800 | Vortex MAX Replacement Filter |