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PX20 E n g i n e e r i n g O p e r a t i o n & ™ Original Series METAL Pumps M a i n t e n a n c e S i m p l i f y y o u r p r o c e s s...
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EXPLODED VIEW & PARTS LISTING PX20 Metal - Rubber/TPE/Ultra-Flex™-Fitted ........24...
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CAUTION: Do not exceed 8.6 bar (125 psig) air supply pressure. CAUTION: The process fl uid and cleaning fl uids must be chemically compatible with all wetted pump components. Consult Chemical Resistance Guide (E4). WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC WIL-10340-E-03...
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W I L D E N P U M P D E S I G N A T I O N S Y S T E M PX20 ORIGINAL™ LEGEND PX20 / XXXXX / XXX / XX / XXX / XXXX METAL...
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H O W I T W O R K S — P U M P The Wilden diaphragm pump is an air-operated, positive displacement, self-priming pump. These drawings show fl ow pattern through the pump upon its initial stroke. It is assumed the pump has no fl uid in it prior to its initial stroke.
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P X2 0 O rigin al™ M et al DIMENSIONS ITEM METRIC (mm) STANDARD (inch) 37.4 16.5 26.8 32.5 16.7 16.7 23.5 17.9 14.8 13.1 ANSI FLANGE 15 DIA. 231 DIA. 9.1 DIA. 191 DIA. 7.5 DIA. WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC WIL-10340-E-03...
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fl ow and an even than the fl ow and exhaust is the highest greater decrease in rate, effi ciency porting. fl ow rate setting air consumption. is improved and possible operating costs are reduced. WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC PX20 Performance...
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The fl ow rate and air consumption at Setting sect the horizontal discharge pressure line. 2 are found to be 18.2 lpm (4.8 gpm) and 7.9 After locating your EMS points on the EMS /h (4.7 scfm) respectively. PX20 Performance WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC...
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fl ow rate. optimal EMS setting. For this example the EMS setting is 1.8. WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC PX20 Performance...
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(or interpolating) this point on the curve, draw a vertical line downward until reaching the bottom scale on the chart and identify the air X Factor (fi gure 7). For this example the air X Factor is 0.40 PX20 Performance WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC...
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P E R F O R M A N C E WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC PX20 Performance...
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P E R F O R M A N C E PX20 Performance WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC...
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P E R F O R M A N C E WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC PX20 Performance...
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fl uid, elevation (atmospheric pressure) and to be a guide only. There are many variables which pipe friction loss all affect the amount of suction lift can affect your pump’s operating characteristics. The your pump will attain. PX20 Performance WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC...
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Wilden pumps are designed to meet the performance requirements of even the most demanding pumping specifi cations using the standard Wilden muffl er. Other applications. They have been designed and manufactured muffl ers can be used to further reduce sound levels, but to the highest standards and are available in a variety of they usually reduce pump performance.
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AIR OPERATED PUMPS: To stop the pump from pumping equipment such that it can be reached safely operating in an emergency situation, simply close the in an emergency situation. WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC WIL-10340-E-03...
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Additional lubrication will The Wilden PX20 pump runs solely on compressed air not damage the pump, however if the pump is heavily and does not generate heat, therefore your process lubricated by an external source, the pump’s internal...
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This rings and inspect for nicks, chemi- will assist in proper alignment dur- cal attack or abrasive wear. Replace ing reassembly. worn parts with genuine Wilden parts for reliable performance. WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC WIL-10340-E-03...
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Inspect for body of the pump can now be disas- nicks, chemical attack or abrasive sembled. wear. Replace if necessary. WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC WIL-10340-E-03...
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(a vise fi tted with plywood, phragm and outer piston. plastic or other suitable material to ensure shaft is not nicked, scratched or gouged. Using an adjustable wrench, remove diaphragm assem- bly from shaft. WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC WIL-10340-E-03...
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3/16" Hex Head Wrench hazardous effects of contact with your process fl uid. • 1/4" Hex Head Wrench The Wilden PX20 metal pump utilizes a revolutionary Pro-Flo X air distribution • Snap Ring Pliers system. Proprietary composite seals reduce the co effi cient of friction and allow •...
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“notched" end side fi rst, this end incorporates the urethane o-ring and will be damaged as it slides over the ports cut in the sleeve. NOTE: Seals should removed from pilot spool. Seals are not sold separately. WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC WIL-10340-E-03...
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(04-2621-52). The single point exhaust air valve bleed port located at the front of the gasket can be purchased as a spare part or included center block. with the purchase of a new Pro-Flo X™ pump. WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC WIL-10340-E-03...
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Slowly insert the center shaft with a rotating motion. This will complete the resizing of the seal. • Perform these steps for the remaining seals. Figure A Figure B NEEDLE NOSE PLIERS SHAFT SEAL TAPE SHAFT SEAL TAPE WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC WIL-10340-E-03...
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R u b b e r / T P E / U l t r a - F l e x ™ - F i t t e d E X P L O D E D V I E W WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC WIL-10340-E-03...
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Plastic Center Block Assembly includes items 10, 11, 14, 16 and 17. Large Clamp Band Assembly includes Items 43 and 44. Medium and Small Clamp Band Assemblies include Items 47 and 48. All boldface items are primary wear parts. WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC WIL-10340-E-03...
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S e c t i o n 9 E L A S T O M E R O P T I O N S PX20 ORIGINAL™ METAL PUMPS ULTRA-FLEX™ MANIFOLD MATERIAL DIAPHRAGM DIAPHRAGM VALVE BALL VALVE SEAT PLATE O-RING GASKET...
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Finding Sleep easier with Spares Nightmare Spectrom is not your typical after market part supplier. We do not simply sell pump parts; we provide value added procurement solutions. PRODUCTS: AODDP Our unique network enables us to purchase (Air Operated Double Diaphragm Pumps) effectively, resulting in low cost solutions.
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N O T E S WILDEN PUMP & ENGINEERING, LLC WIL-10340-E-03...
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Since the use of Wilden pumps and parts is beyond our control, we cannot guarantee the suitability of any pump or part for a particular application and Wilden Pump and Engineering, LLC shall not be liable for any consequential damage or expense arising from the use or misuse of its products on any application.
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Simplify Your Process Long standing design simplicity Portable & submersible Variable connection options Fewest parts in industry Solutions since 1955 The result of original thought Your Local Authorized Distributor: Printed in the U.S.A. Copyright 2005, Wilden Pump & Engineering, LLC...
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