Vertical Reverse Circulation Pump [KSB09877-00]

This is a vertical-orientation, reverse circulation canned motor pump, typical for applications involving liquefied gases and refrigerants. Designed for zero-leakage operation in applications that demand robust and reliable performance.

Oil & Gas

Chemical

Nuclear

Renewable

Semi-Conductor

Industrial

Refrigeration

Hydrogen

Defense

Design Features of Aktas Vertical Reverse Circulation Canned Motor Pump Model

Basic design using a hollow shaft, vertical orientation, and reverse circulation. Typical applications include liquefied gases (LPG, LNG etc.) and refrigerants (Ammonia, etc).

Available with instrumentation options.

Key Benefits:

  • No leakage
  • No external lubrication
  • Airtight
  • Compact design
  • No shaft seal
  • Low noise and vibration
Plan 13SE
Plan 13-SE. Blue arrows indicate the fluid flow through the motor.
diagram HW Circulation plan vertical reverse circulation pump
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Codes & Specifications

Operating Data

 SIUS
CapacityMax: 750 m3/h2650 USgpm
Total HeadMax: 160 m525 ft.
OutputMax 315 kW420 hp
VFD CompatibleYesYes

Codes and Compliances:

  • Flange standards available to meet ANSI B73, ISO 2858, GB and other international standards
  • API 685 design available
  • Explosion proof design to ATEX II 2G Ex “d” IIC T4 Gb
  • Materials available to ASTM, EN, GB or other international standards
  • Compliant with EU Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC

Common Applications

Aktas Canned Motor Pumps are ideal for applications that:
  • Pose a pollution hazard to the surrounding environment
  • Have a fire or explosion risk
  • Can cause a public hazard due to toxicity or related properties
  • Use fluids that react with air to form dangerous fluids, or air interferes with the system process
  • Use fluids that solidify easily, are at high-temperature or cryogenic
  • Use fluids that contain solid particles
  • Utilize high system pressure or severe conditions
 

Industries

Typical industries for our Canned Motor Pumps include:
  • Chemical
  • Petrochemical
  • Hydrogen Production
  • Nuclear
  • Offshore Oil & Gas
  • Aerospace
  • HVAC
  • Locomotive Cooling System
  • Refrigeration
  • Pharmaceuticals

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Service & Support

We provide:

  • 24/7/365 Technical Support
  • Engineering
  • Spare Parts
  • Repairs
  • Training

Canned Motor Pump FAQs

What is a canned motor pump?

A canned motor pump is a type of centrifugal pump where the pump and motor are integrated into a single, sealed unit. The pump and motor combination are leak-free, making them suitable for pumping hazardous liquids as they will not leak into the atmosphere.

Our canned motor pumps are ideal for applications that require the highest reliability, safety, and performance, as our pumps are leak-free and low maintenance. They are used in a variety of industries—such as petrochemical, chemical refinement and processing, hydrogen and clean energy, refrigeration, renewables, and nuclear—to move large amounts of fluid.

Canned motor pumps are preferred over mechanically sealed pumps and magnetic drive pumps for a number of reasons. Lack of seals eliminates failures and safety issues that seals can cause. They are are also low maintenance and reduce noise levels. They also weigh less than other pumps, eliminating the need for a foundation, and eliminate problematic emissions inspections and reporting associated with other pump types.

Due to the laws of physics, higher-pressure fluids want to move to lower-pressure areas. Because traditional pumps must couple to a driver (motor or turbine), the shaft needs to exit the pump pressure boundary (pump case). This means the high-pressure fluid created by the rotating pump wants to leak into the atmosphere along the shaft penetration. This is stopped in traditional pumps by using gland packing or a mechanical seal. CMPs and BCPs use a different approach by using a common shaft for the pump and motor and containing it all in a pressure boundary. This eliminates the pressure differential across the rotating seal and the driving force for the fluid to leak. 

Canned motor pumps are typically made from type 304 stainless steel for wetted components, with the stator and rotor cans constructed from Hastelloy C276 for its high corrosion resistance and efficiency. Gaskets are usually made of PTFE or spiral-wound stainless steel, depending on temperature and pressure conditions. Bearings are typically made from carbon graphite or silicon carbide, chosen based on application requirements.

Our CMPs and BCPs are inherently safe and environmentally friendly. Because they are sealless, the danger of a fluid leak is eliminated, preventing contamination to the environment.

Our CMPs and BCPs can last up to 30 years, but typically last 10 to 15 years. The lifespan is dependent upon fluid properties and operating conditions.

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