This patented Gel Pump is a quiet, compact, efficient vacuum source developed specifically for gel drying applications. The oil-free design and TEFLON/ETFE coated vapor path of the Gel Pump deliver maximum reliability and reduced maintenance. Unique features include a TEFLON coated, self-cleaning pre-trap for pump protection, and a one-liter post-pump solvent recovery vessel for safe collection and easy disposal of condensed solvents. Gel Pump? is the only vacuum pump on the market which can be equipped with a trap for radioactivity, providing the safest possible environment for gel drying applications.