Heavy-duty diaphragm pumps made of plastic (24 pages)
Summary of Contents for Almatec E Series
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Installation and Operation Manual High Purity Air-Operated Diaphragm Pump New Product Drawing E-SERIES E 08 - E 50 Read this manual before installation and use...
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Contents Page Overview ....................Scope of Application and Hazard Information ....................Storage and Long-term Use ....................Model Code Description ....................Application in Explosion-proof Areas or for ....................Conveying Flammable Materials Specific Operating Conditions ....................ATEX Marking ....................Technical Parameters ....................Performance Curves ....................
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Correct use of ALMATEC E series pumps: They shall operate within the operating parameters specified in this manual, and follow the instructions for commissioning, operation, assembly, disassembly and maintenance.
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Before delivery, each pump has undergone strict quality control with all manufacturing and inspection records properly maintained for traceability. Operators will verify whether ALMATEC pumps are produced according to the customer orders and meet relevant requirements during production. Therefore, before using the pump, ensure that the pump and its materials are suitable for the intended application and installation environment.
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ALMATEC air-operated diaphragm pumps made of conductive PE or PTFE are suitable for use in potentially explosive atmospheres of G (gas) or D (dust) in categories 2 and 3 (Zone 1 and Zone 2 respectively) as regulated by EU Directive 2014/34/EU.
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Installation location: Category D Inside the pump: Category G Conductive ALMATEC air-operated diaphragm pump can usually be used in the dust environment of class IIIC at the installation location (potential explosion area outside the pump, equipment category: D) Note! Inside the pump (equipment category G), the approved explosive dust class depends on the selected...
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** Depending on the sound power level measured under laboratory conditions and actual conditions according to ENISO3744 and ENISO9614 respectively *** The sound pressure level is a position-independent average value calculated from the sound power level of the positions listed above These technical parameters refer to ALMATEC E series pumps without auxiliary equipment.
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Performance Curves These data are obtained with water at room temperature (20℃/68℉) as the test medium. Air pressure Air consumption Flow Rate Air pressure Air consumption Flow Rate Air pressure Air consumption Flow Rate...
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Air pressure Air consumption Flow Rate Air pressure Air consumption Flow Rate Air pressure Air consumption Flow Rate...
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The pump nozzle is located on the intermediate housing [4]. Configurations with different nozzle directions are available (only for models without threaded pulsation damper). When E series pumps are delivered, the standard configuration of the nozzle features a horizontal suction port at the bottom and a horizontal discharge port at the top (as shown in Figure 8.1).
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For low performance, it is recommended to use a needle valve for fine adjustment. For unloaded pump, it is recommended to start slowly (for example, using a needle valve). The E series pumps are self- priming during dry running, so there is no need to prime the suction port.
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Torque values Before starting the pump and after several hours of operation, it is suggested to tighten the housing bolt [19], the discharge valve plug [9] and the plug seat [11/13] according to the torque data in the table below. This is because the pump parts may creep under alternating stress. These parts shall also be checked and retightened after shutdown, temperature changes, transport, or after disassembling the pump.
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Pump specification E 08 E 10 E 15 E 25 E 40 E 50 Torque value of housing bolts - Nm (ft lbs): PE PUMP 8,5 (6.3) 14 (10.3) 18 (13.3) 23 (17) PTFE PUMP 2 (1.5) 4,5 (3.3) 6,5 (4.8) 11 (8.1) 15 (11.1) 19 (14)
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Notes on submerged installation If the E series pump is used as a submersible pump, please pay attention to the following suggestions: When the air-operated diaphragm pump is immersed in water, the exhaust port must be led out of the liquid surface with a pipe to ensure smooth exhaust of the pump.
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PE (not PP) retains its mechanical properties at low temperature, while PTFE can still maintain its mechanical stability over a wider temperature range. Therefore, ALMATEC E series pumps can operate safely at low temperatures. However, when conveying medium below 0℃ (32℉), the wear on internal parts will increase.
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Maintenance Only the original spare parts of ALMATEC shall be used for repair and/or preventive maintenance. Failing to do so will invalidate the CE and ATEX markings, the declaration of conformity, and the pump's warranty claims. All repairs to the pump must be carried out by trained professionals using appropriate tools.
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When disassembling the pump, be sure to follow the work flow and safety precautions described on pages 10-13. The only difference between the different sizes of the E series (E15 to E50) is the number of housing studs [19]. Additionally, for the E08 and E10 sizes, the drive shaft [20] also serves as the pilot piston for the air valve. In both E08 and E10 pumps, there are no drive shaft piston rings [22], set screws [21], or air filters [24].
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Figure 14.6 Figure 14.7 Figure 14.8 You can refer to the E series pump disassembly video on our website as follows: https://www.psgdover.com/de/almatec/download-library/videos Assembly The reassembly process of parts is basically the opposite of the disassembly process. Here are some additional reference information.
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Before putting the pump back into operation, be sure to check the tightness of the pump and the torque value of the bolt. There is a video about the assembly of E series pump on our website. https://www.psgdover.com/de/almatec/download-library/videos...
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Trouble Shooting Fault POSSIBLE REASON Solution/Remarks Pump does not run Air supply pipe is blocked or closed Unblock or open the air supply pipeline muffler blocked Clean or replace muffler Pump chamber is blocked remove blockage Air valve defect Replace the air valve Discharge pipeline is blocked or closed Unblock or open the discharge pipeline Pump operates unsteadily...
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Fault POSSIBLE REASON Solution/Remarks The pump is running, but with insufficient The pump runs too fast Reduce the operating frequency of the pump suction The working condition exceeds the self- Adjust the pump installation height priming capacity of the pump Check and cool the pumping medium Cavitation Adjust the installation height of the pump or...
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List of Spare Parts Pump code EEE–ETZ, housing material: PE SPECIFICATIONS E 15 E.. E 25 E.. E 40 E.. E 50 E.. Seri Name Materials PART # PART # PART # PART # ntity Outer housing 7 15 A10 51 7 25 A10 51 7 40 A10 51 7 50 A10 51 Tension disc 7 15 A08 22 7 25 A08 22 7 40 A08 22 7 50 A08 22 Cover...
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Pump code TEE - TTZ, housing material: PTFE SPECIFICATIONS E 08 T.. E 10 T.. E 15 T.. E 25 T.. E 40 T.. E 50 T.. Seri Name Materials PART # PART # PART # PART # PART # PART # Outer housing PTFE...
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Pump code FEE - FTZ, housing material: Conductive PE SPECIFICATIONS E 15 F.. E 25 F.. E 40 F.. E 50 F.. Seri Name Materials ntity PART # PART # PART # PART # Outer housing Conductive PE 7 15 A10 55 7 25 A10 55 7 40 A10 55 7 50 A10 55 Tension disc 7 15 A08 22 7 25 A08 22 7 40 A08 22 7 50 A08 22 Cover...
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Pump code UEE - UTZ, housing material: PTFE Conductive SPECIFICATIONS E 08 U.. E 10 U.. E 15 U.. E 25 U.. E 40 U.. E 50 U.. Seri Name Materials PART # PART # PART # PART # PART # PART # ntity PTFE...
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Pump code TTT - USP - TTZ - USP, housing material: PTFE E 10 TTT- E 15 TTT- E 25 TTT- E 40 TTT- E 50 TTT- E 08 TTT-USP SPECIFICATIONS E 10 TTZ- E 15 TTZ- E 25 TTZ- E 40 TTZ- E 50 TTZ- E 08 TTZ-USP...
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Exploded View of Product Pump specification E 08 / E 10...
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Pump specification E 15 / E 25 / E 40 / E 50 Serial No. 19 Housing stud: Pump specification E 15 / E 25: 6 Pump specification E 40 / E 50: 8...
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Optional Configuration For special requirements, the ALMATEC E-Series air-operated double diaphragm pumps are available with various optional features. The pump code shows which optional features are available. The code is on the pump nameplate. Isolation chamber system (code: BS), with a separate operating manual. In the list of spare parts, all non-product contact parts are in italics.
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For optimal system performance, its air supply pressure shall not be less than 1.5 bar! Note that the air inlet for the stroke counter system is distinct from the air inlet for the pump. The positions of these two connections are listed below according to different types and specifications of pumps.
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However, it shall also be considered that the diaphragm monitoring system can not prevent the liquid from leaking out of the pump from the muffler. For higher safety requirements, it is recommended to select ALMATEC isolation chamber system (equipment code: BS). However, it shall be noted that high humidity in the surrounding air may cause false alarms, even if the pump air supply is dried.
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Intermediate housing of ANSI standard connection (option code: W) The intermediate housing [4] connection of the standard product is DIN standard flange. However, an ANSI standard flange connection can be provided upon request (Option Code W). List of spare parts for ANSI intermediate housing E 15 E 25 E 40...
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Food pumps (EC 1935/2004) (option code H) ALMATEC E series pumps are not designed for effective cleaning, but they are still widely used in the food industry. Pumps with option code H feature wetted parts compliant with EC 1935/2004 for food contact. These pumps are shipped with a special label and a declaration of conformity.
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Draining system (option codes R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6) Pumps equipped with a unique ALMATEC draining system can be drained via an inclined discharge pipe installed at the factory. This system is not suitable for flushing the pump with other liquids, nor for flushing through the suction port or discharge ports.
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Manual draining system Pneumatic draining system (Code R 1 / R 2 / R 5) (Code R 3 / R 4 / R 6)
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Pumps with PTFE diaphragm and FKM housing gasket (option code V) FKM gasket features chemical resistance for most applications that require PTFE diaphragm (please check compatibility). These gaskets are highly elastic, provide excellent sealing properties, and are cost-effective. (FKM is available under several trade names, with the most common being Viton®, a trademark registered by DuPont). List of spare parts for code TT-V pump E 08 E 10...
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ALMATEC ET and ET-F series pulsation dampers represent the latest generation of active pulsation dampers, designed specially for conversion to ALMATEC E series air-operated double diaphragm pumps. It should be noted that the pulsation damper will reduce the actual flow rate of the pump depending on different working points.
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As long as the inlet and outlet of ALMATEC pump are horizontally aligned, the ET- damper can be easily installed on the E series pump without altering the pipeline. Make sure that the screw plug (part 13 in the pump exploded view) on the intermediate housing is in the correct position.
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Damper specifications ET 10 ET 15 ET 25 ET 40 ET 50 Torque values for damper housing bolts Nm (ft lbs): PE material 3 (2.2) 6 (4.4) 10 (7.4) 11 (8.1) PTFE material 2 (1.5) 3 (2.2) 6 (4.4) 10 (7.4) 11 (8.1) Precautions in disassembling ET pulsation dampers Pull out the cover [5] and carefully unscrew the housing bolt [6].
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Pulsation damper, ET-USP series ET 10 TAT- ET 15 TAT- ET 25 TAT- ET 40 TAT- ET 50 TAT- List of spare parts for ET-USP damper ET 10 TFT- ET 15 TFT- ET 25 TFT- ET 40 TFT- ET 50 TFT- Seri Name Materials...
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Exploded view of ET pulsation damper Quantity of item ET10/ET15: 4 pcs with serial ET25/ET40: 6 pcs number 6: ET50: 8 pcs...
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Precautions in ET-F series (flange type) pulsation damper In addition to the pulsation damper with standard threaded connection, the damper with flange connection (ET-F series) can also be provided. Usually, the pump and damper are shipped fully assembled. For larger pumps, they may be shipped separately.
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ET-F-USP series (flange type) pulsation damper ET 15 TAT- ET 25 ET 40 ET 50 TAT- F- USP TAT- F- TAT- F- F- USP ET 15 TFT- ET 25 ET 40 ET 50 TFT- List of spare parts for ET-F -USP damper F- USP TFT- F- TFT- F-...
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Exploded view of ET-F (flange type) pulsation damper Quantity of ET10/ET15: 4 pcs item with ET25/ET40: 6 pcs serial number ET50: 8 pcs...
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