NORGREN VMS Series Modules: VMS-2110-24

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Product Details And Specifications

NORGREN VMS Series: Comprehensive Module Range and Technical Overview

The NORGREN VMS (Vacuum Management System) series is a purpose-engineered platform for centralized vacuum control in heavy industrial environments including chemical processing plants, petroleum refineries, semiconductor fabrication facilities, and food & beverage packaging lines. Deployed globally across OEM machine builders and end-user process plants, the VMS series provides modular, fieldbus-compatible vacuum regulation with integrated diagnostics. Its distributed architecture allows zone-by-zone vacuum control without centralized pneumatic manifolds, reducing installation complexity and enabling predictive maintenance via real-time pressure feedback. The VMS-2110-24 specifically is a 24 VDC-powered vacuum management unit designed for integration into automated pick-and-place, clamping, and material handling systems where precise sub-atmospheric pressure control is critical to process integrity.

The Evolution of VMS Architecture

NORGREN's vacuum management product line evolved from standalone pneumatic vacuum generators into fully integrated electronic control modules over three distinct generations. The first generation relied on purely mechanical vacuum switches with fixed setpoints, offering no fieldbus connectivity and requiring manual calibration. The second generation introduced analogue pressure transducers and discrete I/O interfaces (24 VDC), enabling PLC integration via hardwired signals — the VMS-2110-24 belongs to this generation, representing the mature, widely-deployed variant of this architecture. The third generation introduced IO-Link and AS-Interface compatibility, enabling parameter cloning, remote diagnostics, and integration into Industry 4.0 architectures without additional gateway hardware.

Compatibility considerations are significant for maintenance engineers: first-generation mechanical units are not electrically interchangeable with second-generation electronic modules. The VMS-2110-24 and its siblings use M12 connectors and 24 VDC logic levels consistent with IEC 61131-2 PLC I/O standards. Third-generation IO-Link variants require IO-Link master ports (Class A or B) and are not backward-compatible with standard discrete I/O wiring without a protocol converter. When replacing VMS-2110-24 units in legacy installations, engineers must verify supply voltage, connector pinout, and vacuum setpoint range before substitution.

VMS Full Catalog & Functionalities (SKU List)

The following SKUs represent the verified NORGREN VMS series product range, classified by functional category. Each entry reflects a distinct module type within the platform architecture.

Vacuum Management Units (Core Control Modules)

• VMS-2110-24: 24 VDC vacuum management unit, discrete I/O, single-zone control, M12 connector
• VMS-2110-12: 12 VDC variant of the VMS-2110, for mobile and battery-backed applications
• VMS-2120-24: Dual-zone vacuum management, 24 VDC, independent setpoint per zone
• VMS-2130-24: Three-zone vacuum management unit, 24 VDC, integrated pressure display
• VMS-2140-24: Four-zone unit with analogue pressure output (0–10 V), 24 VDC supply

Vacuum Generator Modules (Ejector-Integrated)

• VMS-3110-24: Single-stage ejector module with integrated solenoid valve and vacuum switch, 24 VDC
• VMS-3120-24: Dual-stage ejector, higher vacuum flow rate, blow-off function included
• VMS-3130-24: Multi-stage ejector with energy-saving control (ESC) function, 24 VDC
• VMS-3140-24: High-vacuum ejector module, rated to -95 kPa, 24 VDC, M12 5-pin

I/O and Communication Modules

• VMS-4110-IL: IO-Link interface module for VMS series, Class A master port compatible
• VMS-4120-AS: AS-Interface gateway module for VMS series, 31-node addressing
• VMS-4130-PN: PROFINET adapter for VMS series network integration
• VMS-4140-DN: DeviceNet communication module for legacy DCS integration

Power Supply and Manifold Modules

• VMS-5110-24: 24 VDC bus power supply module for VMS manifold assemblies
• VMS-5120-24: Manifold end plate with integrated pressure relief and bus termination
• VMS-5130-24: Expansion manifold block, 4-station, compatible with VMS-2xxx and VMS-3xxx modules

Sensor and Feedback Modules

• VMS-6110-24: Analogue vacuum transducer module, 4–20 mA output, 24 VDC, DIN rail mount
• VMS-6120-24: Digital vacuum switch module, NPN/PNP selectable, two independent setpoints

Sourcing Hard-to-Find & Obsolete VMS Parts

The NORGREN VMS series, particularly the second-generation discrete I/O variants such as the VMS-2110-24, VMS-2120-24, and VMS-3110-24, has entered the mature/end-of-active-production phase in several regional markets. OEM machine builders and plant maintenance teams frequently encounter extended lead times or outright discontinuation notices from authorized distribution channels. DriveKNMS maintains a dedicated inventory of new-old-stock (NOS), reconditioned, and functionally equivalent VMS series modules to support lifecycle extension programs for installed base equipment.

Our sourcing capability covers: confirmed-obsolete part numbers with no active replacement, cross-reference identification for superseded SKUs, emergency same-day dispatch for critical process downtime situations, and long-term supply agreements for planned maintenance schedules. All sourced units are traceable to original manufacturer documentation where available, and are supplied with full test reports. For procurement teams managing multi-site installed bases, we offer consolidated BOM fulfillment across the complete VMS catalog.

Quality Control for the VMS Range

NORGREN VMS modules incorporate integrated vacuum generation, solenoid valve control, pressure sensing, and digital I/O on a single backplane — a level of functional density that requires multi-stage verification before any unit is dispatched. DriveKNMS applies the following test protocol to all VMS series modules processed through our facility:

• Electrical continuity and insulation resistance: All connector pins verified against OEM pinout documentation; insulation resistance tested at 500 VDC between power and signal circuits.
• Solenoid valve actuation test: Each integrated solenoid is cycled at rated voltage (24 VDC or 12 VDC) with response time measured against OEM specification.
• Vacuum generation performance: Ejector modules are tested on a calibrated vacuum bench; ultimate vacuum level and evacuation time are recorded and compared to datasheet values.
• Pressure switch setpoint verification: Switch-on and switch-off points are verified across the full adjustment range using a traceable pressure reference.
• I/O signal integrity: Discrete outputs (NPN/PNP) are load-tested; analogue outputs (0–10 V, 4–20 mA) are verified at 0%, 50%, and 100% of span.
• Fieldbus communication check: For IO-Link and AS-Interface variants, device identity, parameter read/write, and process data exchange are verified using a certified master device.
• Final functional burn-in: Units are operated under load for a minimum of 2 hours prior to packaging.