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Product code: PXF

North Ridge PXF Series Triple Screw pump

Pump Type - Screw

Max Flow Rate M³H - 288 M³H

Max Head - 300M

Pump Materials - Carbon Steel, Cast Iron

Max Temp - 120°C

Max Viscosity - 5000 cst

Max Solid Passage - 0mm

Self Priming - Y

Inlet/Outlet Sizes - 25mm to 250mm

Drive - AC Electric, Bareshaft

Max Suction Lift - 7.5M

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DESCRIPTION

PXF Series Triple Screw pump

Flow Rate	Up to 288m³/hr
Head (Pressure)	Up to 30 bar
Inlet/Outlet Sizes	DN25 to DN250
Operating Temperature	Up to 120°C
Viscosity	10 to 5000cp
Drive Options	Electric Motor, Magnetic Drive

The PXF series of triple screw pump is specifically designed for lubricating applications due to it's ability to work in low temperature environments and its ability to start up with high viscosity fluids. This largest pump in this range can produce high flow rates up to 288m³/hr and high pressures up to 30 bar. It can handle various fuel oils and lubricating oils not containing solids, ranging in viscosity from 10 to 5000cp.

The compact design of this pump coupled with the suction and delivery ports mounted on top of the pump makes it excellent for applications with space limitations. It can also be mounted horizontally and vertically depending on customer's preference.

Our screw pumps have numerous benefits over other positive displacement pumps such as gear pumps. They produce low noise levels, are compact as no gearbox is required, produce low pulsations, are excellent at self-priming and can handle fluids containing trapped air.

This self-priming screw pump range is fitted with SAE flanges as standard, DIN and ANSI flanges are available on request. It can be fitted with a built-in relief valve for protecting the system from overpressure.

This range is supplied with mechanical seal as standard but can be fitted with a magnetic coupling if required. The magnetic drive enables a completely maintenance and leak free solution for applications where this is a concern.

The PXF series can be fitted with an Atex motor for installation in non-safe areas. It is marine type approved by ABS, BV and RINA and can be marine witness tested by various classification bodies if required.

The PXF series of triple screw pump is manufactured in cast iron as standard but is available in carbon steel on request; it can be utilised for various applications within the marine and industrial markets. Some of the fuels and oils this range can handle include diesel (DO), Marine diesel oil (MDO), Low sulphur marine gas oil (LSMGO), Heavy fuel oil (HFO), lube oil and many more. Common applications include lubricating oil circulation, gear box lubrication, thruster lubrication, windmill blade lubrication and engine lubrication.

Product summary

• Suitable for a wide range of fuels and oils

• Excellent for lubricating applications

• Compact design

• Top mounted suction and delivery ports

• Excellent self-priming capability

• Quiet low pulsation operation

• Cast iron as standard, available in carbon steel on request

• Nitrided steel screws

• Low NPSH required

• Available with SAE, DIN and ANSI flanges

• Can be supplied with counter flanges

• Can handle viscosities from 10 to 5000cp

• Motor speeds between 750 and 3600RPM without the requirement of a gear box

• Available with magnetic coupling for maintenance free and leak free operation

• Can be mounted horizontally or vertically

• Each pump is individually tested

• Marine type approved by ABS, DNV and RINA

• Marine witness testing available by various classification bodies

• Can be fitted with pressure relief valve

• Single phase and three phase 50hz / 60hz motors

• Mill material certificates available, according to UNI EN 10204.

• Can be supplied with Atex motor

Read more about Screw Pump design in our guide

FAQS

Can this pump run dry?

No, definitely not! Screw pumps will incur damage even after short periods of dry running. Firstly, the screws require lubrication from the pumped fluid, for example fuel and oil. Dry running without these will cause fast and irreversible damage. The mechanical seal requires lubrication and cooling while the pump is operating. Without the presence of fluid, the mechanical seal will overheat and crack, and this may cause the pump to leak and fluid to enter the motor. There is also the possibility that the motor will burn out. Our advice is to ensure that the pump always has access to fluid while running, the vessel or sump on the inlet side of the pump must never run out of fluid while the pump is active. Level sensors or a float switch can be installed in the fluid chamber ensuring that the pump is turned off in the event there is no fluid. Another way of protecting the pump is to fit a dry running device, this will turn the pump off if it detects that no fluid is entering the pump. If you think that dry running is inevitable, then please speak to us and we will try to select a more suitable pump for your application.

What does the term self-priming mean?

A pump must be primed in order to operate correctly, this means that the pump casing and inlet pipe must be filled with fluid and the air removed before operation. This needs to be done manually by the pump operator for a non-self-priming pump each time the pump is used to avoid damage from dry running. A self-priming pump removes these issues by completing the priming process automatically. The air is removed from the inlet pipework and pump casing when the pump is activated. Self-priming pumps are particularly useful for installations with a suction lift on the inlet side of the pump, the pump will draw the fluid up the pipework by creating a vacuum and removing any air that is present. In ideal conditions, a self-priming pump can lift fluids up to around 8m on the inlet side, however this figure is affected by fluid viscosity, pipework bore and other installation conditions, therefore this figure can be much lower from case to case. Allowances must also be made for wear and tear; suction lift capabilities will be much lower for older and worn pumps.

What viscosity can this pump handle?

Please be aware that the figures displayed relate to the largest pump from this range of products, not specific models. For details on viscosity for specific models, please refer to datasheets or contact a member of our sales team.

How do I know what size pump and motor speed is correct for my application?

A clear picture of the pump system is required to make an accurate selection. The main pieces of information required include; a description of the application, bore of pipework, the fluid, viscosity, size and type of solids, flow rate and pressure/head. With these pieces of information, a pump can be sized correctly to ensure it delivers the required flow rate and pressure and that is also operates at its best efficiency point to lower lifetime costs. Knowing if the pump is running intermittently or continuously also allows the correct motor speed to be selected. For instance, a pump running continuously 24/7 will require a slower speed motor rather than a full speed motor. Running the motor slower and oversizing the pump will reduce wear of the motor and the pump, therefore lowering maintenance costs during their lifetime.

How does a bypass work and do I need one?

An integral bypass is designed to protect the pump and system from overpressure for small periods of time. It is typically set to around 10% higher than the working pressure, it will open and recirculate the fluid inside the pump head when the set pressure is achieved. An integral bypass is only a temporary solution and cannot operate indefinitely, an additional external bypass that runs back to the fluid source is always recommended as a more permanent solution.

What do the terms Atex and explosion proof mean and why are they so important?

ATEX is an abbreviation of “Atmospheres Explosibles”. It is a regulation set out by the European Union to ensure the safety of products that are used to handle flammable products or are installed in environments containing flammable gases, vapours, mists or combustible dusts. For instance, if the pump is being installed in an explosive environment, then only the motor needs to meet the Atex standard stopping it from causing a spark during operation and igniting the atmosphere. However, if the fluid being pumped is flammable, then the pump will also need to meet Atex standards to ensure that no sparks are caused inside the pump itself when the fluid goes through it. It is crucial that an Atex rated pump or motor are used for applications involving explosive environments or flammable fluids, using a non-Atex pump or motor in these situations is extremely dangerous and contravenes health and safety standards.

What is NPSH and why is it so important?

NPSH is an acronym for Net Positive Suction Head. NPSH measures the absolute pressure present in a fluid.

There are two main ways that NPSH is expressed in a pump system

NPSHa - This is the amount of Net Positive Suction Head available at the pump inlet. NPSHa demonstrates the amount of pressure acting on a fluid as it enters the pump. This measures the amount of pressure between the liquid staying in its current state and forming vapour bubbles (beginning to boil).

NPSHr - This is the amount of Net Positive Suction Head that the pump requires to operate without experiencing the damaging effect of cavitation, thus causing a dramatic reduction in pump performance.

It is very important to pay attention to these values when making a pump selection. Selecting a pump that requires more NPSH than is available in your system will cause fast and long-lasting damage to the pump and thus you will incur large repair costs and downtime.