ZVA8-* Sidewinder Tube Skimmer
115V (US) units ship with a standard US plug.
Which reach do I order?
Measure from where the skimmer will mount down to the coolant surface at its normal level. Order the next reach up. When in doubt, send two photos through the Fit Check link above and we tell you.
| Your sump | Pick | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Coolant surface within 8 in of the mounting point (most Haas, Fadal, small VMCs) | ZVA8-08 | $398 |
| Surface 9 to 11 in down | ZVA8-11 | $404 |
| Surface 12 to 14 in down, or you want margin on an 8 in sump | ZVA8-14 | $410 |
| Surface 15 to 17 in down | ZVA8-17 | $434 |
| Surface 18 to 20 in down | ZVA8-20 | $422 |
| Surface 21 to 23 in down | ZVA8-23 | $428 |
| Surface 24 to 26 in down | ZVA8-26 | $434 |
| Surface 27 to 29 in down | ZVA8-29 | $440 |
| Deep tanks, 30 to 44 in | ZVA8-44 | $470 |
| Deep tanks, up to 50 in | ZVA8-50 | $482 |
| Very deep tanks, up to 83 in | ZVA8-83 | $548 |
| Very deep or remote tanks, up to 101 in | ZVA8-101 | $584 |
Reach is measured from the mounting surface down to the coolant, not the tank depth. Not sure? Send us two photos and we will tell you.
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Ships: In stock: 8 in to 20 in reach ship in 1 business day from Ohio; 44 in and longer in 5
- Opening needed: any gap the 1/4 in tube passes through, even a slot or a hole in the tank lid
- Mounting: the included bracket on a flat surface near the sump, or one of the mounting accessories below; the motor stays outside the tank
- Fluid: water-soluble coolant, synthetic or semi-synthetic, up to 86 °F (30 °C); not for straight oil
- Removal rate: about 1 quart of tramp oil per hour, running continuously
Lifetime warranty on the skimmer, made in Ohio. Wear parts such as belts, tubes and wipers are not covered. How it works
Request a quote · Buying more than four? Ask for volume pricing.
Reaches from 8 to 20 in (ZVA8-08 to ZVA8-20) are stocked in Solon, Ohio and ship the same or next business day. Other reaches are built to order, usually within 10 business days. Need a PO or Net-30 terms? Call 888-249-4855.
Experience Unparalleled Oil Skimming with the Sidewinder® Tube Skimmer
CNC machines sump depth presents a challenge for adding skimmers, enter the ZVA8-* Sidewinder Tube Skimmer that reaches the tightest spaces and swiftly remove oil, even off the floor? The Sidewinder tube is agile, bending around corners and squeezing through narrow slits, and can be relocated from one machine to another within minutes. All this with the guarantee of “American-Made, American-Quality” and proudly manufactured right here in our Solon, OH facility and carries our Lifetime Warranty. Not sure a tube skimmer is the right type for your sump? Our guide to choosing an oil skimmer (belt vs. tube vs. disk) explains where each one fits.
Your purchase includes:
- 1 ZVA 28 rpm continuous duty 115v motor skimmer
- 1 oil discharge hose
- 1 tube included
Features of the ZVA8- Sidewinder Tube Oil Skimmer:
- User-friendly: Equipped with an integrated ON/OFF switch for convenience.
- Durable: Features a continuous-duty, fan-cooled motor.
- Smart Design: Boasts a large discharge port to prevent clogging and industrial-strength ceramic scrapers for effective oil removal.
Wondering how to determine the optimal reach or OAL (Overall Length?) Click to learn how to determine reach for a tube skimmer. Get the ZVA8-* Sidewinder Tube Oil Skimmer and witness the transformation in your oil skimming process. The result will be cleaner and longer lasting coolant; run your own numbers on the coolant skimmer ROI calculator.
Other versions: Doosan-style Sidewinder (8 in, no chute) · GOLD replacement unit for the PLGTZVAGOLD · 24 VDC Sidewinder (machine-powered, no wall plug).
Product Specifications:
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Skimmer Type: |
Tube Skimmer |
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Reach: |
8" - 101" |
| Engine Speed: | 28 rpm |
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Tube Material: |
Polyvinyl Industrial Grade Tubing |
| Manufactured Origin: | USA |
| Warranty: | Lifetime |
| Skimming Capacity: | 1 quart per hour |
| Motor: | 60 Hz |
| Max Operating Temperature: | 30 °C / 86 °F |
| Frequency / Voltage: | 60 Hz / 120 V |
| Motor Current: | 0.9 A running, 1.1 A locked rotor (115 V, 28 rpm). 7 rpm models: 0.45–0.48 A running, 0.52 A locked rotor. 240 V export models: 0.40–0.44 A running, 0.51 A locked rotor. |
| Motor Power: | 40–65 W (28 rpm); 20–29 W (7 rpm); 36–63 W (240 V); shaded-pole, impedance protected, continuous duty |
| Mounting Accessories: | Diverter, Magnetic Base, BGX2 with lockjaw™ |
| Shipping Weight: | 8.5 Pounds |
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How the ZVA Sidewinder Tube Oil Skimmer works
The Sidewinder™ Tramp Oil Skimmer uses a oleophilic (oil-attracting) tube to pick up oil floating on the coolant from the sump. The metal O-ring attached to the tube is for stability as the tube cycles through the coolant. A small white o-ring removes the oil attached to the clear tube and discharges that into the discharge port. The Tube Skimmer is rated at 1 quart per hour. Equipped with a reliable continuous-duty motor, the skimmer can operate effortlessly throughout the day or for a few hours, ensuring the cleanliness of your sump tank. Moreover, the skimmer can be configured with an external timer, enabling automated skimming without manual intervention. The Sidewinder Tube Skimmers fits in your hand and can mount under a chip conveyor, or on the side of any tank with several available mounting accessories. Want to prove it out before you buy? Ask about renting a Sidewinder for a trial.
Mounting Options for the ZVA8 Sidewinder
- The unit will not mount directly to the BGX2 LockJaw™ Mount we now offer an adapter that allows the LockJaw™ to be mounted to the ZVA (BGX2.ZVA). Both items must be purchased for this configuration to work. Please see accessories.
- Add a BGST4 diverter which will allow you to mount the unit to a LockJaw™ accessory (diverters pay for themselves in saved coolant!!). The diverter uses up 2″ of reach.
- Quick mount the unit using the Magnetic Base Option (ZXB8-MAG). See the videos.
Notations
- All ZVA Sidewinder Models with the -08 suffix have an 8 inch reach (discharge from mounting point to tube end). Reaches run from 8 to 101 inches in 3-inch steps; sizes not listed above are built to order, just ask. ZVA Models requires access of 1/2 inch by 3 inches either horizontally or vertically.
- Maximum fluid temperature for the tubing is 86 °F (30 °C).
- 220v, 50 Hz European models available by adding “E” to the end of the part number (not for use in the United States)
- Motor power requirements are very much dependent upon individual situations and can not be exactly determined. If this is information that is being used to set a limit for a fuse, then a professional fuse engineer should be consulted because there are many types to choose from.
- Doosan style does not have a plug. Remove the plug on previous skimmer and attach it to new one.
- Doosan and GOLD versions come with a chuteless baseplate.
Questions from aerospace and defense shops
Shops adding interceptor, launcher, and housing work ask us the same questions about tight tanks.
Adding interceptor, launcher, or housing work? Read Fix the sump before the FAIR: the cost math and the four fixes, cheapest first.
Will it fit through a narrow sump slot on a Doosan, Mazak, or Okuma?
Yes. The Sidewinder needs an opening of only half an inch by three inches, and the tube bends around what is in the way. Reaches run from 8 inches up; pick yours on the reach page, or send a photo through our Skimmer Sizer.
Can it run lights-out and over the weekend?
Yes. The motor is continuous duty with an on/off switch, and the unit can run on an external timer. Weekend runs are exactly when the oil layer forms, so leave it on.
Why does an AS9100 shop care about tramp oil?
Floating way, hydraulic, and spindle oil ends up as a film on machined parts. It stains surfaces, interferes with coating and paint adhesion, and gets noticed at inspection. It also seals the tank so the coolant goes rancid over a weekend. Skimming continuously keeps oil off the parts and the coolant alive through longer runs.
Will it fit, which one, and what does it cost?
Everything a shop needs to pick the right unit and order it today.
Will it fit?
- Reach: 8" - 101"
- Power: 60 Hz / 100 - 120VAC or 60 Hz / 220V - 240VAC
- Removal rate: 1 quart per hour.
- Max fluid temperature: 30ºC / 90ºF
- Weight: 8.5 lb
- Opening needed: any gap the 1/4 in tube passes through, even a slot or a hole in the tank lid
- Mounting: the included bracket on a flat surface near the sump, or one of the mounting accessories below; the motor stays outside the tank
- Fluid: water-soluble coolant, synthetic or semi-synthetic, up to 86 °F (30 °C); not for straight oil
- Removal rate: about 1 quart of tramp oil per hour, running continuously
- Motor: 28 rpm, 60 Hz, 100 to 120 V (240 V on request)
- Reach is measured from the mounting surface to the fluid, not the tank depth
Which model?
| Your sump | Pick | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Coolant surface within 8 in of the mounting point (most Haas, Fadal, small VMCs) | ZVA8-08 | $398 |
| Surface 9 to 11 in down | ZVA8-11 | $404 |
| Surface 12 to 14 in down, or you want margin on an 8 in sump | ZVA8-14 | $410 |
| Surface 15 to 17 in down | ZVA8-17 | $434 |
| Surface 18 to 20 in down | ZVA8-20 | $422 |
| Surface 21 to 23 in down | ZVA8-23 | $428 |
| Surface 24 to 26 in down | ZVA8-26 | $434 |
| Surface 27 to 29 in down | ZVA8-29 | $440 |
| Deep tanks, 30 to 44 in | ZVA8-44 | $470 |
| Deep tanks, up to 50 in | ZVA8-50 | $482 |
| Very deep tanks, up to 83 in | ZVA8-83 | $548 |
| Very deep or remote tanks, up to 101 in | ZVA8-101 | $584 |
Price, delivery, warranty
- Delivery: In stock: 8 in to 20 in reach ship in 1 business day from Ohio; 44 in and longer in 5
- Warranty: Lifetime Warranty on the unit. Belts, tubes and wipers are wear parts.
- Made in: Cleveland, Ohio, USA
- Buying more than four? Ask for volume pricing.
Manuals, parts and drawings
📄 Tube Oil Skimmer Manual📄 Tube Replacement Instructions🔧 Replacement parts for this unitWear parts: Tube Skimmer Replacement Tubes · Coolant Diverter · Zebra Style Haas Oil Skimmer Replacement Tube · Tube and Gear Cartridge · Tube Skimmer Replacement Switch · PLGTZVAGOLD Replacement Tube · Magnetic Base · Replacement Motor for Tube Skimmers · Tube Skimmer Replacement Gears · Gear Cartridge · Zebra Style Haas Skimmer Tube and Gear Replacement Kit · Zebra Style Haas Tube and Gear Cartridge · Zebra Style Haas Oil Skimmer Motor Replacement · ZVA to BGX2 Adapter · ZVA Tube Skimmer Base Plate
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Questions shops ask before they order
Which reach do I order?
Measure from where the skimmer will mount down to the coolant surface at its normal level. Order the next reach up. When in doubt, send two photos through the Fit Check link above and we tell you.
Will it fit a Haas?
Yes. The ZVA8 is the skimmer behind our Haas-style unit. On a Haas with the external coolant tank, the 14 in reach is the usual pick.
How long does the tube last?
Tubes are a wear part; life depends on oil load and runs from months to years. Replacement tubes are stocked and ship fast; the unit itself carries our Lifetime Warranty.
What about hot or chemically harsh coolant?
Above 90 F, or with aggressive chemistry, ask us about the belt skimmer with the outboard bearing support.
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