Thermoplastic Sump Pump Can Run Dry Without Damage
Vanton Pump has introduced a new
Sump-Gard thermoplastic centrifugal
pump that handles flows to 1,200 gpm
(4,500 lpm) at heads to 200 ft (60 m).
The model SGK-2700 features all wetted
components that are molded of solid
polypropylene, PVDF or CPVC to resist
chemical attack associated with pumping
of process fluids, plant effluents and
industrial water and waste streams,
while minimizing abrasion. Since all
wetted surfaces are chemically inert, the
pumps are also rated for handling
reagent grade chemicals, high purity
water and other fluids that must remain
contamination free. The alloy shaft,
which is isolated from fluid contact by a
thick-sectioned thermoplastic sleeve,
transfers torque from a 125-hp (93-kW)
motor and can employ a balanced 14-in.
(356-mm) diameter impeller. According
to Vanton, the pump’s large-diameter,
cantilevered shaft eliminates the necessity
for any immersed bearings and permits
dependable operation even while
dry running.
www.vanton.com
As featured in Womp 2010 Vol 09 - www.womp-int.com
