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Zebra Skimmers: Sidewinder® Tube Oil Skimmer (17" Reach)

SKU ZVA8-17
Original Price $480.52 - Original Price $480.52
Original Price
$480.52
$480.52 - $480.52
Current Price $480.52

The ZVA8-* Sidewinder Tube Oil Skimmer removes oil from the tightest places, and off the floor. It can snake around corners, enter through narrow slits, and be moved from machine to machine in a minute. It is a great solution for your tramp oil issue. 

Features

  • Integrated ON/OFF switch
  • 10 foot power cord
  • Rated capacity: 1 quart per hour
  • 90-day warranty on product
  • Motor versions (120V or 220V)
  • Tube lengths from 8″ through 101″
  • Continuous-duty, fan-cooled motor
  • Large discharge port eliminates clogging
  • Industrial strength ceramic scrapers
  • The Sideways Tube Oil Skimmer

Frequently asked questions

Find answers to common questions about our products and services
  • This skimmer is designed to remove tramp oil from coolant sumps and similar reservoirs in tight, hard-to-reach spaces. Its flexible tube can snake around corners and enter through narrow slits, making it well suited for machine tools and other industrial equipment where a conventional skimmer would not fit.

  • The Sidewinder is equipped with a continuous-duty, fan-cooled motor, so it is built to run for extended periods without overheating. An integrated ON/OFF switch gives you direct control over when it operates.

  • It has a rated removal capacity of 1 quart per hour, which is well suited for managing tramp oil buildup on individual machine tools. For machines with very high oil ingestion rates, consider whether this output meets your specific demands.

  • The Sidewinder is available in 120V and 220V motor versions, so you can match the unit to your facility's electrical supply. Confirm the available outlet voltage at your machine before ordering.

  • Yes, tube lengths range from 8" through 101", so the skimmer can be configured to match the depth of virtually any sump. The 17" reach is the length included with this particular listing.

  • The unit features a large discharge port specifically designed to eliminate clogging, along with industrial-strength ceramic scrapers that continuously clean the tube as it collects oil. This combination helps maintain reliable, uninterrupted operation even with heavier tramp oil loads.

Key Features

  • Reaches the tightest spaces -- snakes around corners and enters through narrow slits to effectively remove tramp oil from hard-to-access areas and off the floor

  • Rated removal capacity of 1 quart per hour, with tube lengths available from 8" through 101"

  • Continuous-duty, fan-cooled motor available in 120V or 220V versions for flexible installation options

  • Industrial strength ceramic scrapers paired with a large discharge port that eliminates clogging for reliable, uninterrupted operation

  • Highly portable design -- moves from machine to machine in minutes, featuring an integrated ON/OFF switch and a 10-foot power cord for convenient use