
WIL-11050-E-05 9 WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC
Section 7A
INSTALLATION
The Pro-Flo®model P100 Advanced™ plastic has a 13 mm
(1/2") inlet and 13 mm (1/2") outlet and is designed for flows
to 58.7 lpm (15.5 gpm). The P100 Advanced™ plastic
pump is manufactured with wetted parts of pure, unpig-
mented Polypropylene or PVDF. The P100 Advanced™
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 13 mm (1/2”) diam-
eter or larger if highly viscous material is being pumped. The
suction hose must be non-collapsible, reinforced type as the
P100 Advanced™ plastic pump is capable of pulling a high
vacuum. Discharge piping should be at least 13 mm (1/2”);
larger diameter can be used to reduce friction losses. It is
critical that all fittings and connections are airtight or a reduc-
tion or loss of pump suction capability will result.
INSTALLATION: Months of careful planning, study, and
selection efforts can result in unsatisfactory pump perfor-
mance if installation details are left to chance.
Premature failure and long term dissatisfaction can be
avoided if reasonable care is exercised throughout the instal-
lation process.
LOCATION: Noise, safety, and other logistical factors usually
dictate where equipment should be situated on the produc-
tion 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 condi-
tions, every pump should be located in such a way that 6
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). Use air
pressure up to a maximum of 8.6 bar (125 psig) 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 contami-
nants 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 count-
ing the number of strokes per minute and multiplying by
displacement per stroke.
SOUND: Sound levels are reduced using the standard
Wilden muffler. 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 trou-
bles 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 loca-
tion 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 mount-
ing 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 mini-
mizing 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 P100 Advanced™ 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 application, 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 construc-
tion 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 effi-
cient when inlet pressure is limited to 0.5–0.7 bar (7– 10 psig).
Premature diaphragm failure may occur if positive suction is
10 psig and higher.
THE MODEL P100 ADVANCED™ PLASTIC WILL PASS
1.6 mm (1/16") 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 8.6 BAR (125 PSIG) AIR
SUPPLY PRESSURE.