Centrifugal Pumps
Centrifugal pumps deliver the flow, circulation, and agitation essential for stable, highquality metal finishing. Built to move large volumes of fluid efficiently, they maintain consistent chemical distribution, temperature control, and solution movement, key to predictable, repeatable results. Their ability to handle corrosive, abrasive, and lowviscosity solutions makes them ideal for plating baths, cleaners, etchants, and rinse systems. With strong reliability and long service life, centrifugal pumps offer a costeffective solution for facilities focused on performance and process stability.
Why Choose a Centrifugal Pump Instead of an Air Diaphragm Pump?
Cost Savings: Centrifugal pumps typically offer lower operating costs, reduced air consumption, and fewer wear components, making them a more economical option for continuous duty circulation and filtration applications.
What You Need to Get Started
To ensure proper pump selection, gather the following information:
- Plating Solution Type: Identify the chemical (e.g., acid copper, nickel sulfate, chromic acid, alkaline cleaner) to determine compatible pump materials.
- Flow Rate Requirement: Specify gallons per minute (GPM) or desired turnovers per hour to size the pump correctly.
- Motor Specifications: Provide voltage (115V, 230V, 460V), phase (1 or 3), horsepower, and frequency (50/60 Hz).
- Self Priming Requirement: Note whether the pump must lift fluid from below and the required lift distance.
- Temperature Rating: List the maximum fluid temperature to ensure proper material and motor selection.
- Duty Cycle: Clarify whether the pump will run continuously, intermittently, or in batch cycles—this affects motor rating and wear resistance.
- Connection Size & Type: Include inlet/outlet dimensions (1”, 1.5”, 2”) and fitting style (NPT, flange, hose barb).
Why PSI Is Your Pump Partner
PSI delivers more than equipment—we provide the expertise to help you select, size, and integrate the right pump for your finishing line.
- Your trusted knowledge source for pump selection and troubleshooting
- We save you valuable time with expert guidance and fast access to leading brands
- We reduce your costs through proper sizing and long-life materials
- We empower you to achieve better, more consistent results
- Your single source partner for all metal finishing equipment, chemistry, and consumables
Why Choose a Centrifugal Pump Instead of an Air Diaphragm Pump?
Cost Savings: Centrifugal pumps typically offer lower operating costs, reduced air consumption, and fewer wear components, making them a more economical option for continuous duty circulation and filtration applications.
What You Need to Get Started
To ensure proper pump selection, gather the following information:
- Plating Solution Type: Identify the chemical (e.g., acid copper, nickel sulfate, chromic acid, alkaline cleaner) to determine compatible pump materials.
- Flow Rate Requirement: Specify gallons per minute (GPM) or desired turnovers per hour to size the pump correctly.
- Motor Specifications: Provide voltage (115V, 230V, 460V), phase (1 or 3), horsepower, and frequency (50/60 Hz).
- Self Priming Requirement: Note whether the pump must lift fluid from below and the required lift distance.
- Temperature Rating: List the maximum fluid temperature to ensure proper material and motor selection.
- Duty Cycle: Clarify whether the pump will run continuously, intermittently, or in batch cycles—this affects motor rating and wear resistance.
- Connection Size & Type: Include inlet/outlet dimensions (1”, 1.5”, 2”) and fitting style (NPT, flange, hose barb).
Why PSI Is Your Pump Partner
PSI delivers more than equipment—we provide the expertise to help you select, size, and integrate the right pump for your finishing line.
- Your trusted knowledge source for pump selection and troubleshooting
- We save you valuable time with expert guidance and fast access to leading brands
- We reduce your costs through proper sizing and long-life materials
- We empower you to achieve better, more consistent results
- Your single source partner for all metal finishing equipment, chemistry, and consumables
