PROFLO PF SERIES

Standard (petro)chemical process pump

according to ANSI B73,1M
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Table of contents

• General Introduction Page 2

• Applications & Operating Page 3
Data
• Model Dimensions Page 4
Overview
• Model Dimensional Page 5
Interchangeability
• Structure Page 6
• Cross-sectional Drawings Page 8
• Optional Features Page 9
• Performance Curve Page 11
• Final Technical Overview Page 12
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General Introduction

The backbone of all sorts of chemical and

petrochemical processes, the Isoflo series
of pump are one of the more basic pump
types. Build in accordance ANSI B73.1M
standards, the Proflo PF series has a very
wide range of applications.

The Proflo series is designed to handle

liquids with low or high temperatures
which can be mild or corrosive and clean
or containing solid particles.

Due to adherence to the ANSI B73.1M

standard dimensions, the Proflo PF
benefits from maximum parts
interchangeability. This also allows you to
keep a minimum spare parts inventory
and use standard foundations, saving
you time, talent and money.

Available in a wide variety of metallurgy,

the Proflo PF range of pumps is suitable
for handling (petro)chemical transfers,
coal pile drainage, wastewater removal,
filter systems etc.

For more information on what

configuration of Proflo PF pump may suit
your needs, contact our sales team today!

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Applications & Operating Data

Suitable for chemical projects in steel

plants, power plants, paper and pulp
industry, pharmaceutics, food and sugar
industry and other (Petro)chemical
processes.

The Proflo series are designed to handle

liquids within a wide range of
temperatures, which can be mild or
corrosive and clean or containing particles.
Proflo pumps can also handle toxic and
flammable fluids.

Proflo pumps have a capacity up to 6000

GPM / 1364 m3h and a head up to 730 feet /
223 M. The Proflo pump series can handle
pressure up to 375 PSI / 2586 kPa and
temperatures up to 360° Fahrenheit / 180°
Celsius.
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Model Dimensions Overview

Group Pump ANSI Discharge Suction X A B D SP Bare Pump

Size Designation Size Size Weight LBS. (Kg)

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Model Dimensional Interchangeability


1 POSITIVE SEALING; Fully confined gasket at
casing joint protects alignment fit from
liquid.
2 ONE INCH OIL SIGHT GLASS; Actual oil level
and conditions easily monitored.
3 SOLID SHAFT or REPLACEABLE SLEEVE; Your
choice! Maximum shaft deflection less than
,002 inch / ,05mm at face of the stuffing box
insures long seal and bearing life and low
maintenance. A hook-type shaft sleeve
(available in a wide variety of corrosion
resistant materials) is free to expand with
temperature variation.
4 SIMPLE AND FAST EXTERNAL IMPELLER
ADJUSTMENT; High efficiency can be
maintained by adjusting the impeller,
resulting in long term energy savings
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Structure
5 LABYRINTH OIL SEAL; Carbon filled PTFE
labyrinth seals for chemical resistance
prevent premature bearing failure caused by
lubricant contamination and loss of oil.
6 HEAVY WALLED CASING; The casing has a
top centerline discharge for self-venting air.
All pumps have a class 300 wall thickness
as standard for longer life under
corrosive/erosive conditions. The Casing
features a back pull-out design and integral
feet.
7 UNIQUE OPEN IMPELLER; The back pump-
out vanes assure best performance and
efficiency and lowest NPSH requirements.
8 MAXIMUM SEALING FLEXIBILITY; Choice of
packed box or mechanical seal.
9 CASING DRAIN STANDARD
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Structure
COMPONENT FEATURE BENEFIT
SHAFT Optimum overhung vs. Low deflection (less than ,002 inch) at seal
diameter faces for longer seal and bearing life.

BEARINGS Optimized size and Provide L’10(B10) bearing life exceeding 2

configuration years within designed operational range.

OIL SEALS Carbon filled Teflon Prevent primary cause of premature

labyrinth seals bearing failure; lubricant contamination.
Also prevent loss of oil.

BEARING • Frame foot • Rigid design reduces effects of pipe

• Larger oil sump loads on pump/motor shaft
FRAME
• One inch oil sight glass alignment so bearings and seals last
longer.
• Bearings run cooler and last longer.
• Allows maintenance of proper oil
level.

CASING • Extra corrosion • Additional thickness; class 150

allowance pumps feature 300 wall thickness for
• Heavy duty design longer life under corrosive/erosive
• Fully open design conditions.
• Superior resistance to pipe loads.
Available with class 150 or 300
flanges
• Best design for handling corrosive,
erosive and stringy materials. It has
five times less wear area compared
to an enclosed impeller.

IMPELLER • Back pump out vanes • Reduces positive stuffing box/seal

• Impeller O-ring chamber pressure.
• Protects threaded area against
corrosion.

SEAL Enlarged big bore seal Accommodates larger diameter

chamber and standard
CHAMBER
bore seal chamber
designed specifically for
mechanical seals
mechanical seals and allows the use of
“new generation” seal designs. Improved
lubrication and cooling of seal faces
extend mechanical seal life.
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Cross-sectional Drawings

These are cross-sectional drawings of the different types in the Proflo PF

pump series including part numbers.

Small Power Frame “STX”

Medium Power Frame “MTX”

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Cross-sectional Drawings
Power Frames “LTX / XLTX”

Optional Features
Jacketed stuffing box: Cooling or heating
of jacket can be provided, depending on
liquid handled and type of sealing.

Jacketed casing: Cooling or heating of

jacket can be provided, depending on liquid
handled and type of sealing.
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Optional Features

Big bore seal chamber:

Seal life is extended by;
• Increased radial clearance between the
mechanical seal and seal chamber
provides better circulation of the liquid.
• Reduced temperatures at seal faces.
• Keeps solid particles away from the seal.

Bearing oil cooling: Above 175 °C oil

is directly cooled by a finned coil in
which water is circulated, lowering
the bearing temperature and
reducing the quantity of cooling
water

Dynamic sealing: A repeller can be placed between the stuffing box cover
and impeller to avoid leakage during operation. This eliminates the need
for a mechanical seal and is the best solution for corrosive and slurry
application with low suction.
This also means that our product won’t me diluted. Standard Proflo series
pumps can easily be converted to dynamic sealing.

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Performance Curve
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Final Technical Overview

PROFLO PF SERIES
Standard chemical process pumps designed according to ANSI B73,1M
Standard Dimensions.
Capacity: up to 6000 GPM / 1364 m3h
Head: 730 Feet / 223 Meter
Pressure: up to 375 PSI / 2586 kPa
Temperature: up to 360° F / 180° C

Applications:
For chemical projects in steel plants, power plants, paper and pulp
industry, pharmaceutics, food and sugar industry and other
(Petro)chemical processes.

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