--- title: Dynaflo Diaphragm Pump Blog (2) description: Learn about diaphragm vacuum pumps and compressors, how they work, which are best for different applications and situations, and tips for maintenance. (2) --- [Skip to content](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/page/2#main-content) [![Dynaflo Pumps Logo](https://dynaflopumps.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Dynaflo%20Pumps%20Logo.png?width=100&height=100&name=Dynaflo%20Pumps%20Logo.png "Dynaflo Pumps Logo")](https://dynaflopumps.com) - Diaphragm Pumps - [1000 Series Diaphragm Pump](https://dynaflopumps.com/diaphragm-pump/1000-series) - [2000 Series Micro Diaphragm Pump](https://dynaflopumps.com/diaphragm-pump/2000-series-micro-pump) - [3000 Series Smooth Flow Pump](https://dynaflopumps.com/diaphragm-pump/3000-series-smooth-flow) - [4000 Series Micro Diaphragm Pump](https://dynaflopumps.com/new-4000-series-micro-diaphragm-pump-dynaflos-smallest-pump) - [6000 Series Mini Diaphragm Pump](https://dynaflopumps.com/diaphragm-pump/6000-series-mini-pump) - Applications - [Drug Infusion Systems](https://dynaflopumps.com/solutions/iv-infusion-diaphragm-pumps) - [Mechanical Ventilators](https://dynaflopumps.com/solutions/mechanical-ventilator-diaphragm-pumps) - [Prosthetics](https://dynaflopumps.com/solutions/prosthetics-diaphragm-pump) - [Suction Machines](https://dynaflopumps.com/solutions/medical-suction-machine-pump) - [Vacuum Lifters](https://dynaflopumps.com/solutions/best-vacuum-lifter-diaphragm-pumps) - Resources - Case Studies - [Tisch Environmental Air Samplers](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/case-studies/tei-air-samplers) - [The Vacuum Lifting Company](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/how-the-vacuum-lifting-company-built-safer-vacuum-lifters) - [Suction-Based Prosthetics](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/case-studies/prosthetics-mini-diaphragm-pump) - [Ivenix Drug Infusion Systems](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/drug-infusion/ivenix-mini-diaphragm-pump) - [Autem Vacuum Lifters](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/case-studies/autem-diaphragm-pump) - [Blog](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog) - [About](https://dynaflopumps.com/about-dynaflo) - [Pump Selector](https://dynaflopumps.com/pump-selector) - [Contact](https://dynaflopumps.com/create-your-competitive-edge-dynaflo-inc) [![mico diaphragm vacuum pump in a leak tester](https://dynaflopumps.com/hubfs/blog%20posts/how%20we%20automate%20testing%20to%20measure%20the%20performance%20of%20a%20micro%20diaphragm%20pump-1.png)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/iv-infusion-system-mini-diaphragm-pump-testing) ### [How Dynaflo Tests IV Infusion Micro Pumps for Flawless Performance](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/iv-infusion-system-mini-diaphragm-pump-testing) The 6000 Series is a high-performance diaphragm pump that drives the mechanism in an automated IV infusion system. The actual drug doesn't go through this pump but is used to drive the mechanism for... [Read More](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/iv-infusion-system-mini-diaphragm-pump-testing) [![SME pointing to a whiteboard showing a graph with vacuum on one side and pressure on the other. ](https://dynaflopumps.com/hubfs/blog%20posts/How%20to%20properly%20assess%20the%20performance%20of%20a%20diaphragm%20pump-1.png)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/diaphragm-pump-performance) ### [How to properly assess the performance of a diaphragm pump](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/diaphragm-pump-performance) What is listed for max flow and max pressure isn't really what you should look at when assessing the performance of a diaphragm pump. Why? [Read More](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/diaphragm-pump-performance) [![SME pointing to a whiteboard showing how to graph diaphragm pump performance with vacuum and pressure](https://dynaflopumps.com/hubfs/blog%20posts/How%20do%20you%20graphically%20represent%20the%20performance%20of%20a%20diaphragm%20pump-1.png)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/diaphragm-performance-graph) ### [How do you graphically represent the performance of a diaphragm pump?](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/diaphragm-performance-graph) It is important to understand diaphragm pump performance, and be able to measure this performance as well. In order to show the performance of a diaphragm pump, we must create a graphical... [Read More](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/diaphragm-performance-graph) [![SME holding a flat diaphragm explaining the differences between a flat and convolute diaphragm.](https://dynaflopumps.com/hubfs/blog%20posts/Flat%20vs%20Convolute%20Diaphragm%20Pump-1.png)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/flat-vs-convolute-diaphragm) ### [Which is better? A flat or convoluted diaphragm?](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/flat-vs-convolute-diaphragm) There are evident differences between a flat and convoluted diaphragm, and there are different scenarios where one diaphragm might be better than another for your diaphragm pump. [Read More](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/flat-vs-convolute-diaphragm) [![1000 Series mini diaphragm vacuum pumps designed for vacuum lifers on a desk](https://dynaflopumps.com/hubfs/blog%20posts/Best%20diaphragm%20pump%20for%20vacuum%20lifting-1.png)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/gas-diaphragm-pump-for-vacuum-lifting) ### [What is the best gas diaphragm vacuum pump for vacuum lifting?](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/gas-diaphragm-pump-for-vacuum-lifting) If you're in the vacuum lifting business, chances are your product needs to be designed to be fast, reliable, efficient, and safe. Of course, this points straight to the heart of the system— the... [Read More](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/gas-diaphragm-pump-for-vacuum-lifting) [![Dynaflo SME sitting at a desk with mini diaphragm pumps ](https://dynaflopumps.com/hubfs/blog%20posts/When%20is%20customizing%20your%20diaphragm%20pump%20the%20best%20option-2.png)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/when-custom-diaphragm-pump) ### [When is a custom diaphragm pump the best option?](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/when-custom-diaphragm-pump) When you're looking for a diaphragm pump, it is vital that the pump is the right fit for your application and works well with your mechanical design. Does this mean you need a custom pump? Not... [Read More](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/when-custom-diaphragm-pump) [![A zoomed in image of a mini pump with the cover removed and the diaphragm exposed](https://dynaflopumps.com/hubfs/blog%20posts/How%20does%20a%20diaphragm%20pump%20work-2.png)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/how-does-a-diaphragm-pump-work) ### [How does a diaphragm pump work?](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/how-does-a-diaphragm-pump-work) In today's Rapid Insight, we will review how diaphragm pumps work.  So, how does a diaphragm pump work?  [Read More](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/how-does-a-diaphragm-pump-work) [![SME at a desk with a bunch of diaphragm pump motors](https://dynaflopumps.com/hubfs/blog%20posts/How%20to%20choose%20the%20right%20motor-2.png)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-motor-for-your-diaphragm-pump) ### [How to choose the right motor for your diaphragm pump](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-motor-for-your-diaphragm-pump) You've decided you need a diaphragm pump for your new or existing product. How do you make sure the one you choose has the right motor? This is a big decision because the motor is almost always the... [Read More](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/how-to-choose-the-right-motor-for-your-diaphragm-pump) [![The vacuum lifting company materials handing lifter lifting slab](https://dynaflopumps.com/hubfs/Case%20study-vacuum%20lifting%20company.png)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/how-the-vacuum-lifting-company-built-safer-vacuum-lifters) ### [Case Study: How The Vacuum Lifting Company Built Safer Vacuum Lifters](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/how-the-vacuum-lifting-company-built-safer-vacuum-lifters) For [The Vacuum Lifting Company](https://vacuumlift.uk.com/), safety and eliminating damage are top priorities. Since 1999, they have manufactured battery and AC-powered vacuum lifters that increase operator safety and reduce... [Read More](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/how-the-vacuum-lifting-company-built-safer-vacuum-lifters) [![Yellow vacuum lifter placing glass. Dynaflo mini diaphragm pump in the corner.](https://dynaflopumps.com/hubfs/blog%20posts/Blog%20Vacuum%20Lifter%20Pump%20Selection%20Guide.png)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/vacuum-lifters/vacuum-lifter-pump-selection) ### [7 questions you must ask before selecting a diaphragm pump for your vacuum lifter](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/vacuum-lifters/vacuum-lifter-pump-selection) Selecting a vacuum pump for your battery-powered materials handling vacuum lifter is an important decision. It’s likely the single most expensive component in your vacuum lifter. It can affect its... [Read More](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/vacuum-lifters/vacuum-lifter-pump-selection) [1](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog) [2](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/page/2) [3](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/page/3) ### Popular Tags - [1000 Series (9)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/1000-series) - [Diaphragm Pump Tips (7)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/diaphragm-pump-tips) - [Vacuum Lifters (7)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/vacuum-lifters) - [Case Study (6)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/case-study) - [Diaphragm Pump Considerations (6)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/diaphragm-pump-considerations) - [Medical Devices (6)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/medical-devices) - [Drug Infusion Systems (3)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/drug-infusion-systems) - [Medical Ventilators (3)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/medical-ventilators) - [Micro Diaphragm Vacuum Pumps (3)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/micro-diaphragm-vacuum-pumps) - [Mini Diaphragm Pump (3)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/mini-diaphragm-pump) - [3000 Series (2)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/3000-series) - [6000 Series (2)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/6000-series) - [Prosthetics (2)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/prosthetics) - [Smooth Flow Diaphragm Pump (2)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/smooth-flow-diaphragm-pump) - [2000 Series (1)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/2000-series) - [Air Samplers (1)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/air-samplers) - [Diaphragm Pumps (1)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/diaphragm-pumps) - [Fluid Management Systems (1)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/fluid-management-systems) - [OEM Solutions (1)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/oem-solutions) - [Valve Integration (1)](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/valve-integration) See all ### Recent Posts #### Applications - [Drug Infusion Systems](https://dynaflopumps.com/solutions/iv-infusion-diaphragm-pumps) - [Mechanical Ventilators](https://dynaflopumps.com/solutions/mechanical-ventilator-diaphragm-pumps) - [Prosthetics](https://dynaflopumps.com/solutions/prosthetics-diaphragm-pump) - [Suction Machines](https://dynaflopumps.com/solutions/medical-suction-machine-pump) - [Vacuum Lifters](https://dynaflopumps.com/solutions/best-vacuum-lifter-diaphragm-pumps) #### Resources - [Micro Pump Blog](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog) - [Case Studies](https://dynaflopumps.com/blog/tag/case-study) - [ISO 9001:2015 Certificate](https://dynaflopumps.com/hubfs/PDFs/ISO9001%20Cert.pdf) #### Contact Dynaflo, Inc [10 Vanguard Dr, Suite 20 Reading, PA 19606](https://goo.gl/maps/nsqg54ChQtsmKWo18) [(610) 200-8017](tel:+16102008017) ©Copyright 2022 Dynaflo, Inc. 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