? Important Update for Vacuum Pump Oil Users: Leybold Discontinues LVO 100
Leybold has officially discontinued its Leybonol LVO 100 vacuum pump oil, meaning the product is no longer available to order or restock in any size (1 L, 5 L, 20 L, etc.).
For years, LVO 100 served as a reliable mineral vacuum pump oil engineered for use in many Leybold rotary vane and roots pumps, known for its clean performance with air, inert gases, and water vapor — but that era has now come to an end.
? What This Means for You
With LVO 100 no longer being produced:
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You can’t reorder OEM LVO 100 from Leybold or most suppliers anymore.
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Leybold has moved customers toward different oils like LVO 130 as replacements within their own range, but that may not fit everyone’s viscosity needs or budget.
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You need a drop-in, budget-friendly alternative that still provides the lubrication and protection your vacuum equipment depends on.
? Better & Cheaper Alternative: VPL M100 Mineral Vacuum Pump Oil
A great direct replacement is VPL M100 Mineral Vacuum Pump Oil — a high-quality, highly hydrocracked and isodewaxed mineral pump oil formulated for demanding vacuum applications.
Why VPL M100 is a solid choice:
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✔️ Comparable viscosity (≈ ISO 100 class) suitable for many vacuum pumps that used LVO 100.
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✔️ Good oxidative and thermal resistance, making it durable under typical workloads.
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✔️ More cost-effective — giving you excellent performance without the premium price tag.
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✔️ Versatile for rotary vane, piston, liquid ring, and similar vacuum systems.
? Bottom Line
If your vacuum pumps historically relied on Leybold’s LVO 100, don’t worry — you don’t have to overpay for a replacement or switch to a completely different oil type. VPL M100 delivers very similar performance and protection at a lower cost, keeping your pumps running efficiently with minimal disruption.