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Viscopower is available in three main configurations – F 570 with gearbox, F 580 high torque, and F 580 TR, for connection to tank and IBC outlets. F 570 is a lighter, portable design, powered by our compact F 400 series motors. F 580 models are suitable for highly viscous and adhesive media, requiring a heavy duty three-phase electric or high-powered, compressed air motor.
In addition, to ensure Viscopower is suitable for the widest possible range of high-viscosity applications, we extended the modular design brief even further. That’s why there is a choice of four different rotor configurations, from 17 ml/rev through to 83 ml/rev, along with four stator materials – PTFE, FKM, EPDM and NBR. Therefore, Viscopower can be used for low volume dosing to high flow transfer duty, and for handling flammable media through to food products.
These pumps are suitable for use with open and closed 200-220 litre drums, 1000 litre IBCs, specialist mixing vessels and custom tanks. Industrial, food-grade and ATEX-certified models are available. Furthermore, high pressure models with a closed mechanical seal are available for discharge pressures up to 15 Bar.
*Please note a hose connection is not included and must be purchased separately.
* Measured with water at 20 degrees C in open flow condition. The maximum figures listed above are dependent on the application, fluid properties and the pump configuration. Please refer to technical data sheets or performance diagrams.
*Depending on rotor, stator material and motor power
The Viscopower high viscosity drum pump is ideal for media such as:
When it comes to processing and transferring high-viscosity or shear-sensitive media from drums and IBC’s, power, portability, cleanability and simplicity are paramount.
Firstly, let’s consider power. Because the pump inlet is immersed directly in the liquid, the forces of gravity and atmospheric pressure both help to push the liquid into the pump inlet. When combined with the suction power created by the progressive cavity design, this pump can handle very viscous, adhesive products with ease. This is a significant advantage over “dry” pumps that have to suck the media up out of the barrel, eg. an air-operated diaphragm pump with suction lance, or flexible impeller pump.
With flow rates of up to 80 L/min and discharge pressures reaching 15 bar, the Viscopower is capable of transferring materials such as adhesive, bitumen, honey and grease with ease. You can precisely tailor the pump to the application, by choosing from four rotor geometries and four stator materials. Therefore, you can adapt the same pump to suit different flow rates, dispensing tasks and liquid types.
Viscopower pumps are highly portable. F 570 models with drive motor weigh from 9 kg, therefore these pumps can be transferred easily between containers. Moreover, you can detach the drive motor in seconds, further improving mobility. Additionally, Viscopower pumps can be used with either compressed air, or electric motors.
Furthermore, the Viscopower high viscosity drum pump is extremely easy to clean. With quick-release, tri-clamp connections throughout, the pump can be disassembled in under one minute, without the use of specialist tools. And with only 4 moving parts, maintenance is quick and simple – German engineering at its best. Furthermore, plant operators benefit from reduced downtime and maximum return on investment.
Progressive cavity drum pumps, such as Viscopower, are regarded as the optimal solution for transferring high-viscosity media from drums. These pumps offer the following features and benefits:
Great priming ability – High suction power draws viscous fluids into the pump inlet.
Immersed inlet – Combined effect of gravity and atmospheric pressure pushes liquid to the pump inlet, improving discharge flow rate and improving efficiency.
Low product shear – The slow running, positive displacement design guarantees smooth pumping action without damaging the product.
Cover a wide viscosity range – From 1 – 100,000+ mPas, depending on fluid rheology.
Pulsation-free flow – The progressive cavity design ensures flow is consistent and un-interrupted, unlike some alternative positive displacement pumps.
Choice of drive motors –The F 570 model requires a single-phase 110V or 240V electric motor, or compressed air motor. In contrast, the F 580 models require a compressed air or 3-phase electric motor.
High flow rate and discharge pressure – Depending on the motor selected and the media type, Viscopower can develop flows up to 80 LPM and discharge pressure up to 15 Bar.
Solids-handling – Solids up to 8 mm in diameter can pass cleanly through the pump, however, softer stator materials must be selected for handling more abrasive media. These pumps are suitable for handling large quantities of small abrasive particles.
Choice of rotors – Use one pump to deliver multiple different flow rates.
Choice of stator materials – Use one pump to handle many different media types.
These pumps have few moving parts and are simple to service and repair, without the use of specialised tools. They are also extremely easy to clean, thanks to quick-release connections that facilitate rapid disassembly and re-assembly.
In summary, no other high viscosity drum pump can offer such a range of features and benefits. Their modularity and cleanability make them especially well-suited to food and cosmetics applications. Furthermore, these pumps handle adhesive media more efficiently than competing technologies such as AODD, gear, peristaltic, or flexible impeller pumps.
Flux vertical progressive cavity pumps comprise the following key parts:
How does the Flux high viscosity drum pump work?
The pumping mechanism relies on contact between the helical eccentric screw and the matching stator, which creates a vacuum, thereby drawing liquid into the pump. The accurately designed profiles of the stator and rotor create cavities that open and close one after the other, thus moving liquid from the pump inlet into the outer tube. As the pump continues to run, it pumps liquid into the outer tube and drives it out of the side outlet port.
These pumps are particularly effective for handling viscous fluids, because there is an element of liquid slip, or backflow, between the rotor and stator. When pumping water-like fluids, levels of slip are high, therefore the pump cannot deliver maximum discharge pressure. Because viscous fluids flow less easily, they reduce backflow and as a result, the pump generates higher discharge pressures.
The progressive cavity pump is a positive displacement design, meaning the pump delivers a steady flow at a fixed speed. As the rotor-stator cavities open and close, a fixed volume of liquid is discharged. When handling viscous liquids, liquid flow rate will be relatively constant, regardless of changes in discharge pressure. Therefore, these pumps can develop very high discharge pressures. Safety devices, such as pressure relief valves or pressure switches, may be required depending on the pipework system.
Due to the high degree of slip that occurs when handling low-viscosity media, flow rate will alter proportionally as discharge pressure increases or decreases. Therefore, the pump may be operated against a closed valve (dead-headed) without risk of over-pressure, as the backflow and discharge flow through the rotor-stator remain balanced. Nonetheless, dead-heading is generally not advised.
In summary, the ViscoPower series combines intelligent design with powerful displacement mechanics to safely and reliably transfer the thickest and most sensitive materials across a wide range of industries.
