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WIL-11090-E-04
REPLACES WIL-11090-E-03
TA BL E OF CON T EN T S
SECTION 5 PERFORMANCE
A. P400 Performance Curves
Rubber-Fitted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
TPE-Fitted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
PTFE-Fitted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
PV400 Performance Curves
Rubber-Fitted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
TPE-Fitted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
PTFE-Fitted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
B. Suction Lift Curves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
CAUTION: Do not apply compressed air to the CAUTION: Do not exceed 82°C (180°F) air inlet
exhaust port — pump will not function. temperature for Pro-Flo V™ models.
CAUTION: Do not over-lubricate air supply — CAUTION: Pumps should be thoroughly flushed
excess lubrication will reduce pump performance. before installing into process lines. FDA and
Pump is pre-lubed. USDA approved pumps should be cleaned and/
or sanitized before being used.
TEMPERATURE LIMITS:
Neoprene –17.7°C to 93.3°C 0°F to 200°F CAUTION: Always wear safety glasses when
Buna-N –12.2°C to 82.2°C 10°F to 180°F operating pump. If diaphragm rupture occurs,
EPDM –51.1°C to 137.8°C –60°F to 280°F material being pumped may be forced out air
Viton® –40°C to 176.7°C –40°F to 350°F exhaust.
Saniflex™ –28.9°C to 104.4°C –20°F to 220°F
Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) CAUTION: Before any maintenance or repair is
4.4°C to 104.4°C 40°F to 220°F attempted, the compressed air line to the pump
Polyurethane –12.2°C to 65.6°C 10°F to 150°F should be disconnected and all air pressure
Tetra-Flex™ PTFE w/Neoprene Backed allowed to bleed from pump. Disconnect all
4.4°C to 107.2°C 40°F to 225°F intake, discharge and air lines. Drain the pump
Tetra-Flex™ PTFE w/EPDM Backed by turning it upside down and allowing any fluid
-10°C to 137°C 14°F to 280°F to flow into a suitable container.
NOTE: Not all materials are available for all
models. Refer to Section 2 for material options CAUTION: Blow out air line for 10 to 20 seconds
for your pump. before attaching to pump to make sure all pipeline
debris is clear. Use an in-line air filter. A 5µ (micron)
CAUTION: When choosing pump materials, be air filter is recommended.
sure to check the temperature limits for all wetted
components. Example: Viton® has a maximum NOTE: When installing PFTE diaphragms, it is
limit of 176.7°C (350°F) but polypropylene has a important to tighten outer pistons simultaneously
maximum limit of only 79°C (175°F). (turning in opposite directions) to ensure tight fit.
(See torque specifications in Section 7.)
CAUTION: Maximum temperature limits are
based upon mechanical stress only. Certain NOTE: Cast Iron PFTE-fitted pumps come
chemicals will significantly reduce maximum standard from the factory with expanded PFTE
safe operating temperatures. Consult Chemical gaskets installed in the diaphragm bead of the
Resistance Guide (E4) for chemical compatibility liquid chamber. PFTE gaskets cannot be re-used.
and temperature limits. Consult PS-TG for installation instructions during
reassembly.
WARNING: Prevention of static sparking — If
static sparking occurs, fire or explosion could NOTE: Before starting disassembly, mark a line
result. Pump, valves, and containers must be from each liquid chamber to its corresponding air
grounded to a proper grounding point when chamber. This line will assist in proper alignment
handling flammable fluids and whenever during reassembly.
discharge of static electricity is a hazard.
CAUTION: Pro-Flo® pumps cannot be used in
CAUTION: Do not exceed 8.6 bar (125 psig) air submersible applications. Pro-Flo V™ is available
supply pressure. in both submersible and non-submersible options.
Do not use non-submersible Pro-Flo V™ models
CAUTION: The process fluid and cleaning fluids in submersible applications. Turbo-Flo™ pumps
must be chemically compatible with all wetted can also be used in submersible applications.
pump components. Consult Chemical Resistance
Guide (E4). CAUTION: Tighten all hardware prior to installation.
MATERIAL CODES
WETTED PARTS & OUTER PISTON DIAPHRAGMS VALVE BALL
KK = PVDF / PVDF BNS = BUNA-N (Red Dot) BN = BUNA-N (Red Dot)
PP = POLYPROPYLENE / BNU = BUNA-N, ULTRA-FLEX™ FS = SANIFLEX™
POLYPROPYLENE EPS = EPDM (Blue Dot) [Hytrel® (Cream)]
EPU = EPDM, ULTRA-FLEX™ EP = EPDM (Blue Dot)
AIR CHAMBERS FSS = SANIFLEX™ NE = NEOPRENE (Green Dot)
P = POLYPROPYLENE [Hytrel® (Cream)] PU = POLYURETHANE (Brown)
NES = NEOPRENE (Green Dot) TF = PTFE (White)
CENTER BLOCK NEU = NEOPRENE, ULTRA-FLEX™ VT = VITON® White Dot)
A = ALUMINUM PUS = POLYURETHANE (Clear) WF = WIL-FLEX™ [Santoprene®
C = PFTE COATED TNU = PTFE W/NEOPRENE (Orange Dot)]
N = NICKEL PLATED BACK-UP (White)
P = POLYPROPYLENE TSU = PTFE W/SANIFLEX™ VALVE SEAT
BACK-UP (White) K = PVDF
AIR VALVE VTU = VITON®, ULTRA-FLEX™ P = POLYPROPYLENE
VTS = VITON® White Dot)
A = ALUMINUM
WFS = WIL-FLEX™ [Santoprene® VALVE SEAT
C = PFTE COATED
(Orange Dot)] & FLANGE O-RING
N = NICKEL PLATED
P = POLYPROPYLENE BN = BUNA-N
TV = PTFE ENCAP. VITON®
WF = WIL-FLEX™ (Santoprene®)
SPECIALTY CODES
0100 Wil-Gard II™ 110V 0502 PFA coated hardware
0102 Wil-Gard II™, sensor wires ONLY 0504 DIN flange
0103 Wil-Gard II™ 220V 0506 DIN flange, PFA coated hardware
0206 PFA coated hardware, 0513 SS outer pistons
Wil-Gard II™ sensor wires only 0604 DIN flange Wil-Gard II™ 220V
0480 PCM I™ (Sensor & wires only) 0608 PFA coated hardware, Wil-Gard II™ 220V
0483 PCM I™ (Module,
sensor & wires)
The Wilden diaphragm pump is an air-operated, positive displacement, self-priming pump. These drawings show flow pattern
through the pump upon its initial stroke. It is assumed the pump has no fluid in it prior to its initial stroke.
FIGURE 1 The air valve directs pressurized FIGURE 2 When the pressurized diaphragm, FIGURE 3 At completion of the stroke,
air to the back side of diaphragm A. The diaphragm A, reaches the limit of its discharge the air valve again redirects air to the
compressed air is applied directly to the stroke, the air valve redirects pressurized back side of diaphragm A, which starts
liquid column separated by elastomeric air to the back side of diaphragm B. The diaphragm B on its exhaust stroke. As
diaphragms. The diaphragm acts as pressurized air forces diaphragm B away the pump reaches its original starting
a separation membrane between the from the center while pulling diaphragm A point, each diaphragm has gone through
compressed air and liquid, balancing the to the center. Diaphragm B is now on its one exhaust and one discharge stroke.
load and removing mechanical stress discharge stroke. Diaphragm B forces the This constitutes one complete pumping
from the diaphragm. The compressed inlet valve ball onto its seat due to the cycle. The pump may take several cycles
air moves the diaphragm away from hydraulic forces developed in the liquid to completely prime depending on the
the center of the pump. The opposite chamber and manifold of the pump. These conditions of the application.
diaphragm is pulled in by the shaft same hydraulic forces lift the discharge
connected to the pressurized diaphragm. valve ball off its seat, while the opposite
Diaphragm B is on its suction stroke; air discharge valve ball is forced onto its seat,
behind the diaphragm has been forced forcing fluid to flow through the pump
out to atmosphere through the exhaust discharge. The movement of diaphragm A
port of the pump. The movement of toward the center of the pump creates a
diaphragm B toward the center of the vacuum within liquid chamber A. Atmos-
pump creates a vacuum within chamber B. pheric pressure forces fluid into the inlet
Atmospheric pressure forces fluid into manifold of the pump. The inlet valve ball
the inlet manifold forcing the inlet valve is forced off its seat allowing the fluid being
ball off its seat. Liquid is free to move pumped to fill the liquid chamber.
past the inlet valve ball and fill the liquid
chamber (see shaded area).
P V40 0 Pl as ti c DIMENSIONS
ITEM METRIC (mm) STANDARD (inch)
A 478 18.8
B 81 3.2
C 348 13.7
D 605 23.8
E 668 26.3
F 130 5.1
G 48 1.9
H 137 5.4
J 315 12.4
K 523 20.6
L 351 13.8
M 325 12.8
N 269 10.6
P 175 6.9
R 208 8.2
S 13 0.5
DIN (mm) ANSI (inch)
T 110 DIA 3.8 DIA
U 149 DIA 5.0 DIA
V 18 DIA .6 DIA
P400 PLASTIC
TPE-FITTED
Height ................................. 668 mm (26.3")
Width .................................. 478 mm (18.8")
Depth ................................... 300 mm (11.8")
Est. Ship Weight ... Polypropylene 19 kg (41 lbs)
PVDF 27 kg (59 lbs)
Air Inlet ................................... 13 mm (1/2")
Inlet .............................. 38 mm (1-1/2")
Outlet ........................... 38 mm (1-1/2")
Suction Lift ....................... 4.8 m Dry (15.9')
9.3 m Wet (30.6')
Displacement per
Stroke ......................... 1.34 l (0.353 gal.)1
Max. Flow Rate ............ 454 lpm (120 gpm)
Max. Size Solids .................... 6.4 mm (1/4")
1
Displacement per stroke was calculated at
4.8 bar (70 psig) air inlet pressure against a
2 bar (30 psig) head pressure.
Example: To pump 151 lpm (40 gpm)
Flow rates indicated on chart were determined by pumping water.
against a discharge head pressure of 4.3
bar (63 psig) requires 5.5 bar (80 psig) and For optimum life and performance, pumps should be specified so that daily operation
68 Nm3/h (40 scfm) air consumption. (See parameters will fall in the center of the pump performance curve.
dot on chart.)
Caution: Do not exceed 8.6 bar (125 psig)
air supply pressure.
PV400 PLASTIC
TPE-FITTED
Height ................................. 668 mm (26.3")
Width .................................. 478 mm (18.8")
Depth ...................................315 mm (12.4")
Est. Ship Weight ...Polypropylene 27 kg (60 lbs)
PVDF 36 kg (79 lbs)
Air Inlet ....................................19 mm (3/4")
Inlet ...................................... 38 mm (1-1/2")
Outlet ................................... 38 mm (1-1/2")
Suction Lift ........................ 5.4 m Dry (17.6')
9.3 m Wet (30.6')
Displacement Per Stroke ..1.14 l (0.30 gal.)1
Max. Flow Rate .............474 lpm (125 gpm)
Max. Size Solids .................... 6.4 mm (1/4")
1
Displacement per stroke was calculated at
4.8 bar (70 psig) air inlet pressure against a
2 bar (30 psig) head pressure.
Example: To pump 76 lpm (20 gpm) against
a discharge pressure head of 4.8 bar
(70 psig) requires 5.5 bar (80 psig) and
34 Nm3/h (20 scfm) air consumption.
(See dot on chart.)
Caution: Do not exceed 8.6 bar (125 psig)
air supply pressure.
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NOTE: In the event of a power failure, the shut off valve shut off valve (user supplied) installed in the air supply
should be closed, if the restarting of the pump is not line. A properly functioning valve will stop the air supply
desirable once power is regained. to the pump, therefore stopping output. This shut off
valve should be located far enough away from the
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.
TROUBLESHOOTING
Pump will not run or runs slowly. 2. Verify that vacuum required to lift liquid is not
1. Ensure that the air inlet pressure is at least 0.4 bar greater than the vapor pressure of the material
(5 psig) above startup pressure and that the differential being pumped (cavitation).
pressure (the difference between air inlet and liquid 3. Check for sticking ball check valves. If material being
discharge pressures) is not less than 0.7 bar (10 psig). pumped is not compatible with pump elastomers,
2. Check air inlet filter for debris (see recommended swelling may occur. Replace ball check valves and
installation). seats with proper elastomers. Also, as the check
3. Check for extreme air leakage (blow by) which valve balls wear out, they become smaller and can
would indicate worn seals/bores in the air valve, become stuck in the seats. In this case, replace balls
pilot spool, main shaft. and seats.
4. Disassemble pump and check for obstructions
Pump air valve freezes.
in the air passageways or objects which would
obstruct the movement of internal parts. 1. Check for excessive moisture in compressed
5. Check for sticking ball check valves. If material being air. Either install a dryer or hot air generator for
pumped is not compatible with pump elastomers, compressed air. Alternatively, a coalescing filter
swelling may occur. Replace ball check valves and may be used to remove the water from the
seals with proper elastomers. Also, as the check compressed air in some applications.
valve balls wear out, they become smaller and can
Air bubbles in pump discharge.
become stuck in the seats. In this case, replace balls
and seats. 1. Check for ruptured diaphragm.
6. Check for broken inner piston which will cause the 2. Check tightness of outer pistons (refer to Section 7).
air valve spool to be unable to shift. 3. Check tightness of fasteners and integrity of
7. Remove plug from pilot spool exhaust. o-rings and seals, especially at intake manifold.
4. Ensure pipe connections are airtight.
Pump runs but little or no product flows.
1. Check for pump cavitation; slow pump speed Product comes out air exhaust.
down to allow thick material to flow into liquid 1. Check for diaphragm rupture.
chambers. 2. Check tightness of outer pistons to shaft.
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Section 7
P U M P DIS A S SE M BLY
To o l s R e q u i r e d : CAUTION: Before any maintenance or repair is attempted, the compressed air line
to the pump should be disconnected and all air pressure allowed to bleed from the
• 9/16” Wrench pump. Disconnect all intake, discharge, and air lines. Drain the pump by turning it
• Adjustable Wrench upside down and allowing any fluid to flow into a suitable container. Be aware of any
hazardous effects of contact with your process fluid.
• Vise equipped with
soft jaws (such as NOTE: The model photographed for these instructions incorporates PTFE
plywood, plastic diaphragms, balls, and seats. Models with Rubber diaphragms, balls and seats are
or other suitable the same except where noted.
material)
Step 10 Step 11
Due to varying torque values, one of the Remove diaphragm assembly from
following two situations may occur: shaft, secure shaft with soft jaws (a
1) The outer piston, diaphragm and vise fitted with plywood, plastic or
inner piston remain attached to the other suitable material) to ensure
shaft and the entire assembly can be shaft is not nicked, scratched or
removed from the center section. gouged. Using an adjustable wrench
or rotating counterclockwise by
2) The outer piston, diaphragm and hand, remove diaphragm assembly
inner piston separate from the shaft, from shaft.
which remains connected to the
opposite side diaphragm assembly.
To o l s R e q u i r e d : CAUTION: Before any maintenance or repair is attempted, the compressed air line
to the pump should be disconnected and all air pressure allowed to bleed from the
• 3/16” Wrench pump. Disconnect all intake, discharge, and air lines. Drain the pump by turning it
• O-ring Pick upside down and allowing any fluid to flow into a suitable container. Be aware of
hazardous effects of contact with your process fluid.
Step 7 Step 8
Using an o-ring pick, gently remove the o-ring from the opposite side of the Inspect center section seals for signs
“notched end” on one side of the pilot spool. Gently remove the pilot spool of wear. If necessary, remove seals
from pilot spool sleeve and inspect for nicks, gouges and wear. Replace with o-ring pick and replace.
pilot sleeve or outer sleeve o-rings if necessary. During re-assembly, never
insert the pilot spool into the sleeve with the “notched end” first, this end
incorporates the urethane o-ring and will be damaged as it slides over the
ports cut in the sleeve. Note: Seals should not be removed from pilot
spool. Seals are not sold separately.
Non-Submersible Submersible
Step 1 Step 2
Install a 1/4” NPT pipe plug (00- Next, install an optional submersible air valve
7010-08) into the pilot spool bleed gasket (04-2621-52). The submersible air valve
port located at the front of the center gasket can be purchased as a spare part or included
block. with the purchase of a new Pro-Flo V™ pump.
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Back-up diaphragms used with PTFE diaphragms only. Neoprene is the standard back-up material used, unless otherwise specified.
NOTE: Saniflex™ back-up diaphragms (04-1060-56) are available upon request. Please consult your local Wilden distributor.
PRO-FLO V™
DESCRIPTION NEOPRENE BUNA-N VITON® EPDM
Pro-Flo V™ Advanced™ Plastic 04-9581-51 04-9581-52 04-9581-53 04-9581-54
DESCRIPTION PTFE WIL-FLEX™ SANIFLEX™ POLYURETHANE
Pro-Flo V™ Advanced™ Plastic 04-9581-55 04-9581-58 04-9581-56 04-9581-50
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