Flux F550TR Progressive Cavity Drive Barrel Pumps

High Viscosity Pump & Resin Pump

Key Specifications
Max Flow Rate 50lpm
Max Head 80M
Max Temperature 100°C
Max Viscosity 80,000 CP
Solids 10mm
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This model has now been superseded by the Flux Viscopower TR.

If you require spare parts for this model, please contact us as these are still available. 

The Flux F550TR eccentric worm drive drum pump has a horizontal design, and it is an ideal solution for pumping viscous fluids up to 80,000 CP and even processing paste-like fluids from a drum or IBC, where there is no accessibility from the top. Equipped with a robust bearing flange between the motor and the shaft that provides additional support, this electric barrel pump has excellent performance and extended service life. Due to the progressive cavity style design, the high viscosity pump provides smooth, pulsation free flow at constant pressure, ensuring little disruption to the pumped product. This makes the F550TR electric barrel pump a preferable choice for handling shear-sensitive fluids.

The F550TR viscous fluid pump can be used both in fixed installations as well as a portable pumping solution. This Flux drum pump can be mounted on a trolley or a console that can be easily moved between drums and IBCs. Easy to disassemble and clean, the high viscosity barrel pump is a perfect solution for multiple industrial applications, including pumping viscous fluids, and transferring highly flammable media, petroleum products and solvents.

The F550TR high viscosity electric drum pump is a versatile pumping solution. The viscous liquid pump can be adjusted individually based on the media's characteristics to provide efficient operation. In addition, the stator of the F550TR Flux barrel pump can be supplied in various materials, ensuring that the pump can be used for any application involving transferring high viscosity fluids. Available with ATEX certification for flammable fluids or environment, this Flux high viscosity drum pump can also be supplied with a three-phase motor or FPM compressed-air motors.

Features of the F550TR Flux Drum Pump:

  • Eccentric worm drive pump with bearing flange in aluminium
  • Suitable for medium to high viscosity, pasty but still free flowing products (up yo 80,000CP)
  • Suitable for shear sensitive fluids.
  • Air motors or three phase electric motors available
  • Transfer at constant pressure
  • Easy to disassemble for cleaning and maintenance
  • Ideal for emptying drums and IBCs which are not accessible from above
  • Can be mounted on trolley or panel
  • Can be used with variable or fixed speed motors
  • Models available with ATEX certification
  • Different stator materials are available: NBR black / white, FKM, PTFE version F 550 SXA/B only PTFE

The F550TR barrel pump is known as a progressive cavity or eccentric worm drive pump, designed for pumping viscous fluids from a barrel or IBC which are not accessible from above. As a Flux pumps supplier, we can supply this viscous fluid pump with an electric or compressed air motor.

  • High-quality barrel pump – Flux pumps are well-known German-made barrel pumps that have been in the market for over 70 years.
  • Wide viscosity range - This high viscosity electric drum pump can handle both low and high viscosity fluids up to 80,000cP, making it an ideal solution for transferring even paste-like fluids.
  • Suitable for shear-sensitive liquids - This high viscosity pump has a smooth flow at constant pressure offering low shear, meaning it offers a pulsation-free liquid transfer.
  • Easy to disassemble and move - The F550TR viscous liquid pump can be easily taken apart for cleaning, and due to the lightweight design, it can be quickly moved between barrels and IBCs.
  • Versatile pumping solution - This electric barrel pump can be supplied with a three-phase motor or FPM compressed-air motors. In addition, the stator of the F550TR barrel pump can be supplied in various materials, ensuring that the pump can be used in various applications.

This Flux pump is a versatile pumping solution for a range of industrial applications. Due to its unique features, this electric barrel pump can provide smooth pumping at constant pressure.

  • Low to high viscosity liquids (max 80,000 mPas)
  • Oils
  • Adhesives
  • Binders
  • PU foams
  • Flocculants
  • Glue
  • Paint
  • Thixotropic
  • Gaseous
  • Solid or fibrous
  • Slightly aggressive or neutral media

The Flux F550TR Series Eccentric Worm Drive Barrel Pumps are available with the following material options:

Stainless SteelPTFENBRFKM
TUBESETX
STATORXXX

FAQs

Put most simply, a barrel pump, is a pump connected to an immersion tube that sits within the drum with its motor located outside of the container. The pump draws up the fluid through its immersion tube and is then dispensed via a hose or pipe that is connected to its outlet.

If you have a 1000 litre IBC you will require a 1200mm tube, a 205 litre drum requires a 1000mm and if you have a smaller container 700mm and shorter tubes are available. For larger containers we can offer longer tube sets on specification

If your fluid is prone to crystallisation, then you can use the F310 or F430 models as the pump bearings are protected from wear.

The F425 model is capable of emptying 99.98% of a container's contents. This drum pump is generally selected when the liquid is particularly valuable to minimise waste.

The F426 model is capable of both mixing and pumping the liquid within the container, which is a lower cost solution when compared to a separate mixer and pump.

For liquids with a flashpoint below 50°C, we offer our Stainless Steel F400 models and Viscopower series with ATEX approved motors or Viscoflux Lite EX.

Our range includes both FDA and 3A approved hygienic models. When the viscosity is >1200cP we offer the sanitary Viscopower F570 and F580 models and the Viscoflux Mobile. If <1200cP we typically select the F427, or the F430 food grade version when pumping alcohols or foodstuff with solids.

If you are pumping one liquid or very similar liquids, you can use the F314 or F424 seal-less models, if you are pumping multiple diferent liquids or where cross contamination is not desirable use the F310 or F430 drum pumps.

To ensure you get the correct Flux spare parts, we need to identify the exact Flux pump model you have. Please provide the model and serial number found on the pump name plate.

Castle Pumps can supply all Flux pump parts detailed on the spare parts list including motor, o-ring, shaft seal, impeller, inner and outer tube worldwide.

If you are pumping one liquid or very similar liquids, you can use the F314 or F424 seal-less models provided that the materials are compatible, if you are pumping multiple diferent liquids or where cross contamination is not desirable use the F310 or F430 drum pumps.

The general rule of thumb is that for low-medium duty applications where viscosity is <250cP the F300 is sufficient. For heavy duty applications, flammable liquids and viscosities of <1200cP choose the F400. For shear sensitive fluids or viscosities that exceed 1200cP then the Viscpower is required. Upon disclosure of your application, we can confirm the best solution.

All Flux barrel and IBC pump models are available with additional accessories that we can supply as a kit should you need delivery hose, a trigger nozzle, valves, flow meter and any other fittings.

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