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Industrial-Grade Stainless Steel Air-Operated Double-Diaphragm (AODD) Pump

 

Product Overview
The stainless steel AODD pump utilizes compressed air to drive dual flexible diaphragms, engineered for seal-less, leak-free transfer of corrosive, volatile, and viscous industrial media.


Operating Principle
Driven by a non-icing air distribution spool, compressed air acts alternately on the back of each liquid diaphragm. As one chamber discharges fluid under positive displacement, the opposing chamber simultaneously draws fluid in via check balls and seats, delivering a continuous, pulse-attenuated flow.


Core Performance Metrics
• Seal-less & Packless Architecture: Completely eliminates mechanical seals and packing glands, eradicating the primary point of fugitive emissions and toxic leakage.
• Dead-Head & Stall Tolerance: Stalls safely against a closed discharge valve without thermal overload or motor burnout; automatically restarts when downstream pressure drops.
• Infinite Flow & Head Control: Adjusts flow rate and discharge pressure instantly via inline air pressure regulation, eliminating the need for expensive VFDs.
• Continuous Dry-Run Capability: Runs dry indefinitely without generating frictional heat or damaging internal elastomers and check valves.
• Shear-Sensitive Fluid Handling: Low-velocity positive displacement preserves the molecular integrity of shear-sensitive polymers, paints, and biological emulsions.

 

Typical Handled Media
• Acids & Bases: Hydrochloric acid (HCl <= 37%), sulfuric acid (H2SO4 <= 98%), sodium hydroxide, nitric acid.
• Solvents & Volatile Organics: Acetone, xylene, toluene, MEK, isopropyl alcohol.
• Viscous & Slurry Fluids: Polyurethane resins, ceramic slips, adhesives, waste sludge, printing inks.
• Sanitary & Food Media (Ra <= 0.4 um): Fruit juice concentrates, cosmetic lotions, pharmaceutical active intermediates.

 

Primary Industry Sectors
• Chemical Processing Plants & Bulk Transfer Terminals
• Paint, Coating, & Ink Manufacturing
• Industrial Wastewater Treatment & Neutralization Skids
• Food, Beverage, & Pharmaceutical Processing
• Marine & Offshore Petrochemical Handling

 

 
 
Technical Specifications & Material Selection

 

Model Series

Port Size & Connection Type

Max. Flow Rate

Max. Working Pressure

Wetted Body Material

Standard Elastomers / Diaphragms

SS-05

1/2" NPT / BSP

55 L/min (14.5 GPM)

8.6 bar (125 psi)

304 / 316L Stainless Steel

PTFE, Santoprene, Viton, EPDM

SS-10

1" ANSI / DIN / NPT

170 L/min (45 GPM)

8.6 bar (125 psi)

304 / 316L Stainless Steel

PTFE, Santoprene, Viton, EPDM

SS-15

1.5" ANSI Flange / Tri-Clamp

380 L/min (100 GPM)

8.6 bar (125 psi)

316L SS (Ra <= 0.5 um)

PTFE, Hytrel, Buna-N

SS-20

2" ANSI / DIN Flange

568 L/min (150 GPM)

8.6 bar (125 psi)

304 / 316L Stainless Steel

PTFE, Santoprene, Neoprene

 

PVC Diaphragm Pump

 

Application & Fluid Compatibility Guidelines

Aggressive Chemical Transfer: Specify 316L stainless steel wetted paths paired with solid PTFE diaphragms and PTFE-encapsulated O-rings to resist chemical degradation and vapor permeation.


Hazardous / ATEX Zones: Deploy grounded 316L pump bodies with conductive PTFE diaphragms. Ensure a dedicated external grounding wire is connected to plant earth to safely dissipate static buildup in explosive gas or dust environments.


High-Viscosity Fluids (> 2,500 cP): Utilize flooded suction configurations with 1.5" or larger port sizes, running at reduced cycle speeds to prevent inlet starvation and cavitation.

 

Manufacturing Quality & Traceability

Material Verification:

All wetted castings and plates are backed by EN 10204 3.1 Material Test Certificates (MTC) confirming exact chemical composition (Cr, Ni, Mo content).

Precision Machining:

Multi-axis CNC milling centers maintain strict dimensional tolerances on fluid chambers, manifolds, and valve seats to ensure volumetric efficiency.

Surface Integrity & Finishing:

Industrial series undergo passivated investment casting; sanitary lines receive mechanical grinding and electro-polishing down to Ra <= 0.4 um to prevent microbial trap points.

Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT):

Every assembled pump undergoes a 1.5x working pressure hydrostatic test and a dry-air operational check for air-valve shifting reliability before crating.

 

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

 

Q: What is the maximum solid particle size this pump can accommodate?

A: Solid handling limits scale with port dimensions: 1/2" models pass up to 1.5 mm; 1" models pass up to 3.2 mm; 1.5" and 2" models handle spherical solids up to 6.4 mm without internal check-valve jamming.

Q: Is continuous dry-running detrimental to the air valve or diaphragms?

A: No. Because AODD pumps do not require fluid lubrication for internal dynamic components, running dry against a closed container or empty line causes zero thermal degradation or mechanical wear.

Q: How do I select between PTFE and Santoprene diaphragms?

A: Choose PTFE for maximum chemical resistance when handling harsh acids, concentrated solvents, or elevated temperatures. Choose Santoprene or Buna-N for general water, wastewater, or mild chemical duties where high flex-fatigue life and lower initial cost are prioritized.

Q: Are these pumps compliant with ATEX directives for explosive environments?

A: Yes. When ordered with conductive PTFE diaphragms and metallic grounding hardware, the pump assembly complies with ATEX Zone 1 and Zone 2 safety mandates for volatile gas and dust environments.

Q: What is the typical service life expectancy of collars and diaphragms?

A: Under standard operating pressures (4 to 6 bar) and clean fluid conditions, diaphragms typically achieve between 15 million to 40 million cycles. Service life varies based on chemical aggressiveness, particle abrasion, and operating cycle frequency.

Q: What compliance documentation ships with the equipment?

A: Shipments include the Technical Installation Manual, 2D/3D CAD reference dimensions, 3.1 Material Test Reports for wetted metallic parts, and optional FDA / USP Class VI certificates for sanitary configurations.

 

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Request an Engineering Sourcing Quote

To receive an application-specific pump sizing recommendation and formal quotation, please provide your operating parameters to our engineering team:
Fluid Name & Concentration: (e.g., 35% Hydrochloric Acid, Waste Sludge @ 4000 cP)
Operating Temperature: (C or F)
Required Flow Rate: (GPM or L/min)
Discharge Head / Pressure: (Psi or bar)
Plant Air Supply Available: (Bar or psi)

 

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