Plastic Cantilever Pumps
Description
Plastic cantilever pumps are designed to move fluids or slurries from one location to another. These pumps are constructed primarily from plastic materials, which provide resistance to corrosion and chemical reactions, making them suitable for handling a variety of fluids.
Working Principle
Plastic cantilever pumps operate by using a cantilevered shaft to drive an impeller, which moves the fluid through the pump. The design allows the pump to handle fluids without the need for a submerged bearing, reducing the risk of contamination and wear. The plastic construction offers corrosion resistance, making these pumps particularly useful in environments where metal pumps would degrade quickly.
Applications
Plastic cantilever pumps are used in a variety of industrial settings. They are particularly effective in chemical plants where corrosive fluids are common, as well as in wastewater treatment facilities where they handle abrasive slurries. These pumps are also employed in mineral processing plants and steel mills, where they manage high-temperature fluids and abrasive solid media.
Advantages over other Cantilever Pumps
Plastic cantilever pumps offer significant advantages over their metal counterparts, particularly in environments where corrosion is a concern. The plastic materials used in these pumps provide excellent resistance to a wide range of chemicals, reducing the need for frequent maintenance and replacement. Additionally, their ability to handle abrasive materials without significant wear makes them a cost-effective choice for many industrial applications.
Limitations
One of the primary limitations of plastic cantilever pumps is their suitability for shallow fluid depths, typically less than 8 to 10 feet. Beyond this depth, the cost of the pump increases significantly due to the need for larger shaft diameters to support the impeller. Additionally, while plastic materials offer excellent chemical resistance, they may not be suitable for extremely high-pressure applications or environments where mechanical strength is a critical factor.
Considerations
When selecting a plastic cantilever pump, it is important to consider the initial cost, which can be higher than metal pumps due to the specialized materials used. However, the operating expenses may be lower over time due to reduced maintenance needs and longer lifespan in corrosive environments. Durability is generally high, but the accuracy of fluid handling can vary depending on the specific design and application. Replacement and maintenance costs are typically lower than metal pumps, as the plastic components are less prone to corrosion and wear.
from Fybroc Division, Met-Pro Corporation
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- Pump Housing Material: Plastic; Vinyl Ester Resin
- Discharge Size: 2.000
- Liquid Flow: 70.0
- Media: Chemical Pump; Corrosive
from Affetti Giuseppe & C. s.n.c
The vertical centrifugal close coupled range CMV-S, has been designed in order to obtain the best performances with a reduced cost. Easy to handle, the pumps of this range are strong, compact construction, produced in their components with high thickness to give a product with the maximum... [See More]
- Pump Housing Material: Plastic
- Liquid Flow: 22.0 to 1320.9
- HP: 0.74 to 100.52
- Discharge Size: 1.000 to 2.000
from Savino Barbera Srl
Single-stage vertical centrifugal pumps with closed impeller, cantilever shaft and bushings lubricated by the liquid being pumped. Practical and handy, they allow discontinuous service and are ideal for transfering non-abrasive and non-viscous chemical products contained in drums and barrels. [See More]
- Pump Housing Material: Plastic; Stainless Steel
- Media: Chemical Pump; Liquids
- Liquid Flow: 13.2 to 18.5
from Affetti Giuseppe & C. s.n.c
The CGV-S range of cantilever pumps was designed to meet a demand for vertical pumps that could operate without any risk of damage to the shaft guide bushings from abrasive solid particles contained in the fluid or from dry running, such that the design does not foresee any guide mechanisms close to... [See More]
- Pump Housing Material: Plastic
- Discharge Size: 1.250 to 2.000
- HP: 1.47 to 100.52
- Media Temperature: -22 to 212
from Savino Barbera Srl
Single-stage vertical centrifugal pumps with twin impeller, cantilever shaft and bushings lubricated by the liquid being pumped. Practical and handy, they allow discontinuous service and are ideal for transfering non-abrasive and non-viscous chemical products contained in drums and barrels. [See More]
- Pump Housing Material: Plastic; Stainless Steel
- Media: Chemical Pump; Liquids
- Liquid Flow: 13.2 to 15.8
from Affetti Giuseppe & C. s.n.c
The vertical centrifugal close coupled range CLV, has been designed in order to obtain the best performances with a reduced cost. Easy to handle, the pumps of this range are strong, compact construction, produced in their components with high thickness to give a product with the maximum reliability. [See More]
- Pump Housing Material: Plastic
- Liquid Flow: 22.0 to 1320.9
- HP: 0.74 to 100.52
- Discharge Size: 1.000 to 2.000
from Savino Barbera Srl
Vertical centrifugal pumps constructed from PP, PVDF, AISI. 316 steel and with internal parts in polypropylene, PVDF, Ryton. Practical and handy, they allow discontinuous service and they are ideal for transfering non-abrasive and non-viscous chemical products contained in drums and barrels. [See More]
- Pump Housing Material: Plastic; Stainless Steel
- Media: Chemical Pump; Liquids
- Liquid Flow: 21.1
from Affetti Giuseppe & C. s.n.c
The vertical centrifugal close coupled range CMV, has been designed in order to obtain the best performances with a reduced cost. Easy to handle, the pumps of this range are strong, compact construction, produced in their components with high thickness to give a product with the maximum reliability. [See More]
- Pump Housing Material: Plastic
- Liquid Flow: 22.0 to 1320.9
- HP: 0.74 to 100.52
- Discharge Size: 1.000 to 2.000
from Savino Barbera Srl
Vertical centrifugal pumps constructed from PP, PVDF, AISI. 316 steel and with internal parts in polypropylene, PVDF, Ryton. Practical and handy, they allow discontinuous service and they are ideal for transfering non-abrasive and non-viscous chemical products contained in drums and barrels. [See More]
- Pump Housing Material: Plastic; Stainless Steel
- Media: Chemical Pump; Liquids
- Liquid Flow: 21.1
from Affetti Giuseppe & C. s.n.c
The vertical centrifugal with coupling range CGV, has been designed in order to obtain the best performances and a total reliability. Easy to handle, the pumps of this range are strong, compact construction, produced in their components with high thickness to give a product with the maximum... [See More]
- Pump Housing Material: Plastic
- Liquid Flow: 22.0 to 528.3
- HP: 0.74 to 24.79
- Discharge Size: 1.250 to 2.000
from Savino Barbera Srl
Single-stage vertical centrifugal pumps, suitable for transfer, recycling and distributing corrosive liquids. The AS-series pumps are recommended for installation in cisterns, tanks or wells with variable head. The manufacturing technologies, the materials employed and the hydraulic design adopted... [See More]
- Pump Housing Material: Plastic
- Liquid Flow: 92.5 to 387.5
- HP: 5.36 to 14.74
- Media: Chemical Pump; Corrosive, Liquids
from Affetti Giuseppe & C. s.n.c
The vertical centrifugal with coupling range CGV-N, has been designed in order to obtain the best performances and a total reliability. Easy to handle, the pumps of this range are strong, compact construction, produced in their components with high thickness to give a product with the maximum... [See More]
- Pump Housing Material: Plastic
- Discharge Size: 1.250 to 2.000
- HP: 1.47 to 100.52
- Media Temperature: -22 to 212
from Savino Barbera Srl
Designed for the recycling, treatment, and filtration of corrosive liquids (including those with solids) having the tendency to foul, kept in constant level tanks. The BS series centrifugal vertical pumps are constructed at standard lengths, without intermediate bearings, without guide bushings or... [See More]
- Pump Housing Material: Plastic
- Liquid Flow: 2.2 to 19.4
- HP: 0.34
- Media: Chemical Pump; Corrosive, Liquids
from Savino Barbera Srl
Savino Barbera's production line has been enriched with a new series of vertical-shaft centrifugal pumps, built with corrosion-resistant thermoplastic materials. These are the GP series pumps with a vertical shaft and with volute pump casing, characterized by high performance (flow rate, head, and... [See More]
- Pump Housing Material: Plastic
- Liquid Flow: 462.3
- HP: 20.10
- Media: Chemical Pump; Corrosive, Liquids