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Metal Series Diaphragm Pumps Original Instruction edition 2020 Read this instruction manual carefully, before you install and operate the pump. Pump models: TX25 T/TX70 T/TX120 T/TX220 T/TX420 T/TX820...
2.2. Starting and operation ......................15 2.2.1. Dry running ........................15 2.2.2. Optimization of the pump lifetime ................15 2.3. Pump stopping ......................... 16 2.4. Residual risks ..........................16 2.5. Disposal after expiration ......................16 IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
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TX70-TX420 – Spare parts - Options .................. 34 5.1.6. TX820 – Spare parts drawing ....................36 5.1.7. TX820 – Spare parts list ....................... 37 5.2. Stainless steel pumps ....................... 38 5.2.1. T70 – T120 - Spare parts drawing ..................38 IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
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Technical data .......................... 49 6.4. Dimensions ..........................50 6.5. Tightening torques ........................52 6.6. Permitted loads on manifolds ....................52 WARRANTY ..........................53 7.1. Warranty form .......................... 53 7.2. Returning parts ........................54 7.3. Warranty ........................... 54 IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
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Directive 2006/42/EC of European Parliament and of the Council of 17 May 2006 on • machinery, amending Directive 95/16/EC; Mr Michał Śmigiel is authorized to compile the technical file. Tapflo Sp. z o.o. ul. Czatkowska 4b 83-110 Tczew Signed for and on behalf of Tapflo AB Håkan Ekstrand...
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II 2G Ex h IIC T6…T4 Gb II 2D Ex h IIIC T60ºC…T125ºC Db Signed for and on behalf of Tapflo AB Håkan Ekstrand Managing Director Tapflo AB, 30.10.2019r...
The personnel in charge of installation, operation and maintenance of the pumps we produce must be qualified to carry out the operations described in this manual. Tapflo shall not be held responsible for the training level of personnel and for the fact that they are not fully aware of the contents of this manual.
1.1. Operation principle The Tapflo diaphragm pump is driven by compressed air. The two diaphragms are connected by a diaphragm shaft and pushed back and forth by alternately pressurising the air chambers behind the diaphragms using an automatically cycling air valve system.
Suction and discharge piping should be fully supported and anchored near to but independent of the pump. The piping connected to the pump should be a hose, to prevent undue stress and strain on the pump connections and the piping. IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
1.7.1. Protection In the interest of health and safety it is essential to wear protective clothing and safety goggles when operating, and/or working in the vicinity of Tapflo pumps. IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
1.7.3. Air pressure The maximum air pressure for Tapflo pumps is 8 bar. Higher air pressure than 8 bar can damage the pump and may cause injury to personnel in vicinity of the pump. If you intend to apply a higher air pressure than 8 bar, please consult us.
1.7.4. Noise level At tests, the noise level from a Tapflo pump has not exceeded 85 dB(A). Under some circumstances, for example if the pump is operating under high air pressure at low discharge head, the noise can be inconvenient or hazardous for personnel staying for long periods in the vicinity of the pump.
3) Needle valve to adjust the air flow (especially when operating the pump in the lower range of performance); 4) Filter. These components are included in Tapflo’s Air treatment system which can be ordered from 1.9. Example of installation 1) Gate valve compressed air...
INSTALLATION 1.10. Recommended installations The Tapflo pump is flexible in the way you are able to install it. The in- and outlet ports can be rotated more than 180° to fit various piping systems. 1.10.1. Flooded The piping system is designed with a positive suction head.
For instance, a T120 pump should run continuously at maximum 80 l/min. ➢ As stated in chapter 0 Tapflo recommends to use an appropriate air treatment system in order to extend the pump’s lifetime.
2.6. Actions in emergency In case of transferred liquid leakage, the air supply have to be closed and the pressure released. During spillage of an aggressive liquid, local and national safety rules must be followed. IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
The characteristics of the liquid, temperature, materials used in the pump and running time decide how often a complete inspection is necessary. Nevertheless, we recommend to inspect Tapflo pumps at least once a year by the end user. Parts from KIT AIR and KIT LIQ should be changed during inspection.
Diaphragm breakdown Long periods of dry running When dry, run pump slowly (see chapter 2.2) Too high pressure on suction side Make sure there is pressure balance between the air and liquid side of the diaphragm IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
Carefully lift the “loose” pump housing [11]. Fig. 3.5.3 Remove the manifolds [13]. Fig. 3.5.4 Unscrew one of the diaphragms [15] from the shaft [16]. Fig. 3.5.5 Flip the pump and unscrew the second housing [11]. IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
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The pump is now completely disassembled. Check all components for wear or damage and replace if necessary. When air valve is removed from the centre body check the external O-rings (6 x pos. 30) condition and replace if necessary. IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
Fig. 3.6.5 When assembling the diaphragms [15], the first step is to screw the grub screw into one of the diaphragms as much as possible. IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
We recommend you to conduct a test run of the pump before installing it in the system, so no liquid gets wasted if the pump leaks or perhaps does not start accordingly to wrong assembly of the pump. After a few weeks of operation retighten the screws with appropriate torque. IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
MAINTENANCE 3.7. Stainless steel – Disassembly of the pump The numbers put in brackets, refer to the part numbers in the spare part drawings and spare part lists in chapter 5 “SPARE PARTS”. 3.7.1. Before the disassembly procedure Be sure to drain all liquid from the pump. Cleanse or neutralize the pump thoroughly. Disconnect the air supply and then the suction and discharge connections.
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Be careful not to damage the brass edges of the air valve. b) Plate mounted air valve – TX120, T/TX220, T/TX420 Fig. 3.7.9 Unscrew plate screws [2711] from both sides of the centre body [12] and take out the left and right plate [271]. IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
It is recommended to use a pressing device for this operation. Fig. 3.8.3 When there is need to replace the diaphragm pin screw [1652], while screwing it into the diaphragm [15] make sure the pin screw goes all the way. IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
We recommend you to conduct a test run of the pump before installing it in the system, so no liquid gets wasted if the pump leaks or perhaps does not start accordingly to wrong assembly of the pump. After a few weeks of operation retighten the nuts with appropriate torque. IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
* Only for TD70 and TD120 pump sizes 4.2. Twin connections – TT… Tapflo pumps can be fitted with double inlet/outlet. This allows to have “two pumps in one”. It is used for blending, mixing or recirculation of liquids. Both pump chambers are separated so, the liquid does not mix.
OPTIONS 4.3. Filter press pump – TF… The Tapflo filter press pump is a ready, compact product that can be installed directly on the filter press. The pump is equipped with a booster which amplifies the pressure in a 2:1 ratio. As a result we can achieve up to 16 bar on the discharge of the pump (depending on pump size).
Available for pump sizes: T70, T120, T220 and T420 • Additional / different parts: Art. no Q-ty Description Material Aluminium, AISI 316L, 6-xxx-116 Housing for TL pump PTFE coated aluminium 6-xxx-95 Valve lifting system AISI 316L IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
Pump with integrated pulsation dampener – TXK… The TK pump is a compact and ready to use integrated set of a Tapflo AOOD pump and DT pulsation dampener. This allows to obtain optimal pulsation dampening effect while minimizing space needed for pulsation dampener installation.
Centre block seal A4-70 Washer A4-70 O-ring (back up for 36) NBR (standard), EPDM, FKM Body: brass (std.), PET, AISI316L Air valve complete O-rings: NBR (std.), FKM, EPDM Grounding set AISI 316L *= On ATEX pumps IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
(Std on TX120, T220 and T420) Centerblock for plate Ball lifters – 5L mounted air valve Set of mounting Pump housing for ball AISI 316L AISI 316 plates lifter Mounting screws 2711 A4-70 Ball lifter AISI 316L IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
Hex nut A4-70 Spring washer A4-80 Spring washer A4-70 O-ring (back up for 36) Body: PET (std.), brass, AISI316L Air valve complete O-rings: NBR (std.), FKM, EPDM Grounding set AISI 316L *= On ATEX pumps IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
5.4. How to order parts When ordering spare parts for Tapflo pumps, please let us know what is the model number and serial number from the pump housing. Then just indicate the part numbers from the spare parts list and quantity of each item.
Recommended flow is half of the max flow, e.g. recommended flow for a T70 is 35 l/min. 6.2. Capacity changes Capacity changes at different suction lifts Capacity changes at different viscosities IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
* = Recommended flow is half of the max flow, i.e. recommended flow for a T70 is 39 l/min ** = Based on pumps with PTFE diaphragms. Using rubber diaphragms will increase the volume per stroke. IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
(inlet/outlet) [Nm] T120 Load [N] Moment of force Direction (inlet/outlet) (inlet/outlet) [Nm] T220 Load [N] Moment of force Direction (inlet/outlet) (inlet/outlet) [Nm] T420 Load [N] Moment of force Direction (inlet/outlet) (inlet/outlet) [Nm] 11.5 11.5 11.5 IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
%, of max size [mm]: Flow [l/min]: Duty [h/day]: No of starts per day: Discharge head [mWC]: Suction head / lift [m]: Air pressure [bar]: Quality of the air (filter, micron, lubrication): Other: Place for sketch of installation: IOM manual Tapflo Metal Series...
7.3. Warranty Tapflo warrants products under conditions as stated below for a period of not more than 5 years from installation and not more than 6 years from date of manufacturing. 1. The following terms and conditions apply to the sale of machinery, components and related services and products, of Tapflo (hereinafter “the products”).
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9. Tapflo will not be liable on any claim, whether in contact, tort, or otherwise, for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages, caused to the customer or to third parties, including loss of profits, arising by any possible infringement of par.