Large Vacuum Chamber (PLEASE NOTE - FIRM INSPECT & REMOVAL INSTRUCTIONS)
$10.00 USD
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Description
| Manufacturer | High Vacuum Equipment Co. |
| Condition | Used/See Description |
| Lot Number | 7896-34597 |
| Inventory ID | EXT6134 UA # 241533 (D) |
Per the selling department, the thermal/vacuum space environment simulator maintains pressures below 1.3 mPa (10-5 torr) and can achieve and maintain temperatures between -100 °C and 200 °C (liquid nitrogen shroud and 1000W solar simulation lamps). This cylindrical vacuum chamber (2m x 3m) provides ample space for spacecraft hardware and instrumentation. (high vacuum pump: Varian HS-20 Diffusion pump).
Per the selling department - there is no way to get an actual weight of the chamber; however, they estimate anywhere from 1,000 - 2,000 lbs.
***** PLEASE NOTE: Per the selling department, the chamber was in working condition a year ago; however, it has not been used since. The department has detailed that a forklift, at minimum, will be required to remove this item. NO LOADING ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE AT THIS LOCATION.
This item is SOLD AS IS. No warranty expressed or implied. All rigging and moving expenses are the sole responsibility of the buyer. There is a bay door that opens to loading area. PLEASE NOTE: All rigging and removal efforts must be between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm Monday through Friday, during the stated removal dates and times.
****** INSPECTION - BY APPOINTMENT ONLY – Monday – Friday between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm CST, during the time the auction is actively running. 24 - Hours’ Notice Required for Appointment. NO SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE.
****** REMOVAL BY APPOINTMENT ONLY – Friday, May 15, 2026 – Thursday, May 21, 2026 (WEEKDAYS ONLY – NO WEEKENDS), between 9:00 AM CST – 3:00 PM CST. 24 - Hours’ Notice Required for Appointment. NO SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE.
****** PLEASE EMAIL PROPERTY@UA.EDU OR CALL 205-348-7501 TO SET UP APPOINTMENT PRIOR TO YOUR ARRIVAL. *****
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING DETAILS:
***** There are set INSPECTION and REMOVAL times. APPOINTMENTS MUST BE MADE FOR BOTH. There will be ABSOLUTELY NO EXCEPTIONS. Please ensure that you are able to meet the Inspection and Removal requirements prior to bidding on this item.
***** WINNING BIDDER MUST COMPLETE PAPERWORK AND OBTAIN BILL OF SALE AT Property & Inventory Management: 1115 14th Street, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401, AND THEN PICK UP THE AUCTION ITEM AT UA Bureau of Mines Building 4, 606 Margaret Drive, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401, during the set Removal dates and times. Please allow sufficient time to complete the paperwork AND make it to UA Bureau of Mines Building 4 by the set removal date/time. You MUST show the actual paper copy of the Bill of Sale that you receive from Property & Inventory Management.
***** PLEASE NOTE THAT THE PICTURE(S) MAY BE A PART OF THE DESCRIPTION BUT CAN ONLY BE RELIED UPON AS A REASONABLE REPRESENTATION OF THE ITEM LISTED. PHYSICAL INSPECTION OF PROPERTY IS ENCOURAGED AND HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. *****
THIS ITEM MUST BE PICKED UP AT ONE OF THE REMOVAL DATES & TIMES PROVIDED --- NO EXCEPTIONS. Failure to do so will result in default of the auction at 3:30 PM CST on 05/21/2026. Your GovDeals account will be locked, and the item will be offered to the 2nd highest bidder or re- listed. GovDeals reserves the right to charge the default bidder 40% of the winning bid when an item is defaulted. UA does not pack or ship. There are several local companies that can provide packing/shipping services.
Q & A
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Is the chamber stainless steel or mild steel? 05/02/2026 05:26:57 AM
Per the selling department, in terms of steel they believe it is stainless, but they are not 100% certain. Please feel free to set up an appointment for inspection to see the item personally if you need to. Thank you, 05/05/2026 15:00:20 PM
Seller Information
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Inspection
****** INSPECTION - BY APPOINTMENT ONLY – Monday – Friday between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm CST, during the time the auction is actively running. 24 - Hours’ Notice Required for Appointment. NO SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE.
INSPECTION LOCATION UA Bureau of Mines Building 4, 606 Margaret Drive, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Most items offered for sale are used and may contain defects not immediately detectable.
We normally have little to no information on most items we sell, and it is the bidder's responsibility to inspect and determine the overall condition of the item(s) they wish to purchase.
Please note that the picture(s) may be part of the description but can only be relied upon as a reasonable representation of the item listed. Physical inspection of the property is encouraged and highly recommended. Only the items described herein is included in the sale regardless of what else is pictured.
Payment
PLEASE NOTE THAT THE AUCTION MUST BE BOTH PAID FOR AND REMOVED WITHIN FIVE (5) BUSINESS DAYS FROM THE TIME AND DATE THAT THE AUCTION CLOSES.
***** PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING PROCESSING TIMES FOR THE PAYMENT OPTIONS OFFERED BY GOVDEALS: *****
Bank Transfer (ACH, Wire)- 2-3 business days to process can take longer depending on the senders bank
Direct Debit- 3-5 business days to process again, can take longer depending on senders bank
Online- Usually within a day to process
Card- Usually within 15 minutes up to a day.
IF YOU CHOOSE TO MAKE A PAYMENT VIA A METHOD THAT DOES NOT PROCESS IMMEDIATELY - PLEASE PLAN ACCORDINGLY AND PROCESS PAYMENT AS SOON AS POSSIBLE, AS PAYMENT MUST STILL BE FINALIZED IN OUR OFFICE WITHIN (5) BUSINESS DAYS FROM THE DATE AND TIME THAT THE AUCTION CLOSES, NO MATTER WHAT METHOD OF PAYMENT IS SELECTED. SIMPLY SUBMITTING A PAYMENT WILL NOT PREVENT DEFAULT, THE PAYMENT MUST BE FULLY COMPLETE AND APPROVED IN THE SYSTEM.
PAYMENT
If you are the winning bidder, you will facilitate payment by referring to the My Bids section of your account.
Note:
1. Payment is due within 5 (five) business days of auction closure.
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SALES TAX
When applicable, sales tax is calculated based upon the auction’s advertised location.
If you are seeking sales tax exemption, you must complete Liquidity Services’ tax exemption form(s). We recommend doing this prior to the auction’s closure or before making payment. To do so, please visit Liquidity Services' Tax Exemption Submission Tool.
Removal
****** REMOVAL BY APPOINTMENT ONLY – Friday, May 15, 2026 – Thursday, May 21, 2026 (WEEKDAYS ONLY – NO WEEKENDS), between 9:00 AM CST – 3:00 PM CST. 24 – Hours Notice Required for Appointment. NO SAME DAY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE.
***** YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PICK UP THE ITEM UNTIL YOU HAVE COMPLETED PAPERWORK AND RECEIVED YOUR BILL OF SALE AT Property & Inventory Management, 1115 14th Street, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401. Times available to complete paperwork and receive Bill of Sale are Monday – Friday (excluding University holidays) from 8:00 AM – 11:30 AM and then again from 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM *****
REMOVAL LOCATION: UA Bureau of Mines Building 4, 606 Margaret Drive, Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
All items must be removed during the dates listed above -- NO EXCEPTIONS. Failure to do so will result in default of the auction at 3:30 PM CST on 05/21/2026.
Your GovDeals account will be locked, and the item will be offered to the 2nd highest bidder or re- listed. GovDeals reserves the right to charge the default bidder 40% of the winning bid when an item is defaulted. UA does not pack or ship. There are several local companies that can provide packing/shipping services.
The Buyer will assume full responsibility, fiscal and otherwise, for making all arrangements, as may be required, for the de-installation, disassembly, packaging, removal, loading and transportation of the property. The items will be taken out of the turn styles/front door, and from that point the buyer will be fully responsible for loading and must provide their own equipment (forklift, hand truck, dolly, cart, straps, etc.). There will be no loading assistance available.
A photo ID will be required by anyone removing any asset purchased on GovDeals.com. If someone other than the Buyer is picking up property, the Buyer is responsible for sending the Seller authorization in writing, via email to property@ua.edu, for the third party to pick up property. The third party will be required to show photo ID and copy of the Buyer's Certificate as confirmation they are authorized to pick up the property. The third party will be required to sign the Bill of Sale on the buyer’s behalf.
Special Instructions
******SINCE THIS PROPERTY IS LOCATED OFF SITE AN APPOINTMENT MUST BE MADE AT LEAST 24 Hours PRIOR TO ARRIVAL FOR INSPECTION AND REMOVAL. PLEASE SCHEDULE A TIME WITH THE CONTACT LISTED****** +++++PROPERTY MUST BE PICKED UP DURING THE SPECIFIED DATES/TIMES+++++ NOTICE: If you are the winning bidder and default by failing to adhere to this sellers terms and conditions your account with Liquidity Services WILL BE LOCKED.
Guaranty Waiver. All property is offered for sale 'AS IS, WHERE IS.' University of Alabama makes no warranty, guaranty or representation of any kind, expressed or implied, as to the merchantability or fitness for any purpose of the property offered for sale. Please note that upon removal of the property, all sales are final.
Description Warranty. Seller warrants to the Buyer that the property offered for sale will conform to its description. Any claim for misdescription must be made prior to removal of the property. If Seller confirms that the property does not conform to the description, Seller will keep the property and refund any money paid. The liability of the seller shall not exceed the actual purchase price of the property. Waiver of all liability from the University of Alabama for loading and property removal. The winning bidder will be liable for any damage or harm that may take place during the loading and removal of property awarded to that bidder. In addition, the winning bidder shall indemnify, defend and save harmless the University of Alabama and their representatives from any liability arising out of the winning bidder's acts or omissions including the failure to secure adequate insurance coverage. Consideration of Bid. The University of Alabama reserves the right to reject any and all bids and to withdraw from sale any of the items listed.
Bid History
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Asset ID 34597 / Bids 1
bd*****
April 30, 2026 11:37 PM UTC
USD 100.00High Bidder
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