
WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC 8 WIL-11070-E-12
The Pro-Flo®model P200 plastic pump has a 25 mm (1")
inlet and 25 mm (1") outlet and is designed for flows to 220
lpm (58 gpm). The P200 plastic pump is manufactured with
wetted parts of pure, unpigmented Polypropylene or PVDF.
The P200 plastic pump is constructed with a glass fiber filled
PP center section. A variety of diaphragms and O-rings
are available to satisfy temperature, chemical compatibility,
abrasion, and flex concerns.
The suction pipe size should be at least 25 mm (1") diameter
or larger if highly viscous material is being pumped. The
suction hose must be non-collapsible, reinforced type as
the P200 plastic pump is capable of pulling a high vacuum.
Discharge piping should be at least 25 mm (1"); larger
diameter can be used to reduce friction losses. It is critical
that all fittings and connections are airtight or a reduction or
loss of pump suction capability will result.
INSTALLATION: Months of careful planning, study, and
selection efforts can result in unsatisfactory pump
performance if installation details are left to chance.
Premature failure and long-term dissatisfaction can be
avoided if reasonable care is exercised throughout the
installation process.
LOCATION: Noise, safety, and other logistical factors usually
dictate where equipment should be situated on the production
floor. Multiple installations with conflicting requirements can
result in congestion of utility areas, leaving few choices for
additional pumps.
Within the framework of these and other existing conditions,
every pump should be located in such a way that five
key factors are balanced against each other to maximum
advantage.
ACCESS: First, the location should be accessible. If it is
easy to reach the pump, maintenance personnel will have an
easier time carrying out routine inspections and adjustments.
Should major repairs become necessary, ease of access can
play a key role in speeding the repair process and reducing
total downtime.
AIR SUPPLY: Every pump location should have an air line
large enough to supply the volume of air necessary to achieve
the desired pumping rate (see Section 5). Do not exceed 5.2
bar (75 psig) air supply for PFA pumps. Use air pressure up
to a maximum of 8.6 bar (125 psig) for polypropylene and
PVDF pumps depending on pumping requirements.
For best results, the pumps should use a 5µ (micron) air
filter, needle valve and regulator. The use of an air filter
before the pump will insure that the majority of any pipeline
contaminants will be eliminated.
SOLENOID OPERATION: When operation is controlled by
a solenoid valve in the air line, three-way valves should be
used, thus allowing trapped air to bleed off and improving
pump performance. Pumping volume can be set by counting
the number of strokes per minute and multiplying by
displacement per stroke.
SOUND: Sound levels are reduced using the standard
Wilden muffler element. Other mufflers can be used, but
usually reduce pump performance.
ELEVATION: Selecting a site that is well within the pump’s
dynamic-lift capability will assure that loss-of-prime troubles
will be eliminated. In addition, pump efficiency can be
adversely affected if proper attention is not given to site
location.
PIPING: Final determination of the pump site should not be
made until the piping problems of each possible location
have been evaluated. The impact of current and future
installations should be considered ahead of time to make
sure that inadvertent restrictions are not created for any
remaining sites.
The best choice possible will be a site involving the shortest
and straightest hook-up of suction and discharge piping.
Unnecessary elbows, bends, and fittings should be avoided.
Pipe sizes should be selected to keep friction losses within
practical limits. All piping should be supported independently
of the pump. In addition, the piping should be aligned to
avoid placing stresses on the pump fittings.
Flexible hose can be installed to aid in absorbing the forces
created by the natural reciprocating action of the pump. If
the pump is to be bolted down to a solid location, a mounting
pad placed between the pump and the foundation will assist
in minimizing pump vibration. Flexible connections between
the pump and rigid piping will also assist in minimizing pump
vibration. If quick-closing valves are installed at any point
in the discharge system, or if pulsation within a system
becomes a problem, a surge suppressor should be installed
to protect the pump, piping and gauges from surges and
water hammer.
The P200 plastic Pro-Flo®-equipped pump can be installed
in submersible applications only when both the wetted and
non-wetted portions are compatible with the material being
pumped. If the pump is to be used in a submersible appli-
cation, a hose should be attached to the air and pilot spool
exhaust ports of the pump. These should then be piped
above the liquid level. The exhaust area for the pilot spool is
designed to be tapped for a 1/8" NPT fitting.
When pumps are installed in applications involving flooded
suction or suction head pressures, a gate valve should be
installed in the suction line to permit closing of the line for
pump service.
If the pump is to be used in a self-priming application, be
sure that all connections are airtight and that the suction-
lift is within the ability of the model. NOTE: Materials of
construction and elastomer material have an effect on
suction lift parameters. Please consult Wilden distributors
for specifics.
Pumps in service with a positive suction head are most
efficient when inlet pressure is limited to 0.5–0.7 bar (7–10
psig). Premature diaphragm failure may occur if positive
suction is 0.7 bar (10 psig) and higher.
THE P200 PLASTIC WILL PASS 4.76 mm (3/16") SOLIDS.
WHENEVER THE POSSIBILITY EXISTS THAT LARGER
SOLID OBJECTS MAY BE SUCKED INTO THE PUMP, A
STRAINER SHOULD BE USED ON THE SUCTION LINE.
CAUTION: DO NOT EXCEED 5.2 BAR (75 PSIG) AIR
SUPPLY FOR PFA PUMPS. DO NOT EXCEED 8.6 BAR (125
PSIG) AIR SUPPLY PRESSURE FOR POLYPROPYLENE
AND PVDF PUMPS.
Section 6
SUGGESTED INSTALLATION