Introduction
Selecting the appropriate metering pump is crucial for ensuring efficiency, reliability, and precision in various industrial applications. AcuFlow offers a diverse range of metering pumps, each tailored to specific operational needs. This guide provides a detailed comparison of AcuFlow’s pump series to assist you in making an informed decision.
Key Factors to Consider When Choosing a Metering Pump
Before delving into the specifics, it’s essential to evaluate your system’s requirements:
● Flow Rate: The volume of fluid the pump can handle, typically measured in gallons per hour (GPH).
● Pressure Rating: The maximum pressure the pump can withstand, measured in pounds per square inch (PSI).
● Material Compatibility: Ensuring the pump’s materials are suitable for the chemicals or fluids being processed.
● Design and Features: Considerations like pump design, metering accuracy, capacity controls, and safety features.
AcuFlow Pump Series Overview
1. AcuFlow Series 900 – Chemical Injection Pump
● Flow Capacity: Up to 6.5 GPH (Duplex)
● Pressure Rating: Up to 3,000 PSI
● Design: Modular design in aluminum housing
● Metering Accuracy: ±1%
● Capacity Controls: Manual/Auto
● Safety Features: Built-in internal relief valve
● Applications: Ideal for high-pressure, low-flow applications such as oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, and food industries.
● Notable Features:
○ Capable of handling difficult liquids like slurries, off-gassing, and high viscosities.
○ Complies with API 675 standards for positive displacement pumps.
Learn more about the Series 900
2. AcuFlow Series 1000 – Diaphragm Metering Pump
● Flow Capacity: Up to 60 GPH (Duplex)
● Pressure Rating: Up to 3,000 PSI
● Design: Unibody with fewer parts
● Metering Accuracy: ±1%
● Capacity Controls: Manual/Auto
● Safety Features: Built-in internal relief valve
● Applications: Suitable for water and wastewater treatment, oil and gas refinery, agricultural fertigation, and more.
● Notable Features:
○ Rugged and compact design allows it to handle difficult liquids.
○ Complies with API 675 standards for positive displacement pumps.
Learn more about the Series 1000
3. AcuFlow Series 2000 – Chemical Dosing Pump
● Flow Capacity: Up to 224 GPH (Duplex)
● Pressure Rating: Up to 1,800 PSI
● Design: Modular
● Metering Accuracy: ±1%
● Capacity Controls: Manual/Auto
● Safety Features: Built-in internal relief valve
● Applications: Suitable for challenging applications in various industries, including municipal water treatment.
● Notable Features:
○ Capable of handling difficult liquids like slurries, off-gassing, and high viscosities.
○ Complies with API 675 standards for positive displacement pumps.
Learn more about the Series 2000
4. AcuFlow Series 3000 – Chemical Metering Pump
● Flow Capacity: Up to 920 GPH (Duplex)
● Pressure Rating: Up to 700 PSI
● Design: Modular
● Metering Accuracy: ±1%
● Capacity Controls: Manual/Auto
● Safety Features: Built-in internal relief valve
● Applications: Suitable for water and wastewater, oil and gas, and chemical processing industries.
● Notable Features:
○ Equipped with a true hydraulically balanced diaphragm for durability.
○ Complies with API 675 standards for positive displacement pumps.
Learn more about the Series 3000
5. AcuFlow Series 4000 – Chemical Dosing Pumps
● Flow Capacity: Up to 3,500 GPH (Duplex)
● Pressure Rating: Up to 1,500 PSI
● Design: Modular
● Metering Accuracy: ±1%
● Capacity Controls: Manual/Auto
● Safety Features: Built-in internal relief valve
● Applications: Ideal for high-capacity chemical dosing in various industrial settings.
● Notable Features:
○ Capable of handling difficult liquids like slurries, off-gassing, and high viscosities.
○ Complies with API 675 standards for positive displacement pumps.
Learn more about the Series 4000
Side-by-Side Pump Series Comparison Chart
Pump Series | Flow Capacity (GPH) | Pressure Rating (PSI) | Design | Metering Accuracy | Applications |
Series 900 | Up to 6.5 | Up to 3,000 | Modular | ±1% | High-pressure, low-flow applications |
Series 1000 | Up to 123 | Up to 3,000 | Unibody | ±1% | Water treatment, oil & gas, agriculture |
Series 2000 | Up to 224 | Up to 1,800 | Modular | ±1% | Municipal water treatment, industrial applications |
Series 3000 | Up to 920 | Up to 700 | Modular | ±1% | Chemical processing, oil & gas |
Series 4000 | Up to 3,500 | Up to 1,500 | Modular | ±1% | High-capacity industrial applications |
Conclusion
Choosing the right AcuFlow metering pump depends on your specific application requirements, including flow capacity, pressure rating, and the nature of the fluids being handled. Each series is designed to meet unique operational demands, ensuring precision, reliability, and efficiency. For more detailed information or assistance in selecting the appropriate pump, please visit the respective product pages or contact AcuFlow’s technical support team.