FLUX For Alkalis Pump Kit

Designed for Safe and Efficient Transfer of Alkalis

The FLUX For Alkalis Pump Kit is a pre-assembled solution for transferring alkalis from 55-gallon drums (with a 1000 mm immersion length) or IBC containers (with a 1200 mm immersion length). This kit features the reliable F 424 Sealless Drum Pump with a polypropylene outer tube, ensuring chemical resistance and durability. Powered by the FEM 4070 commutator motor, the pump offers efficient and consistent performance. The kit includes a hose, hand nozzle, and compression gland, making it a convenient all-in-one package for alkali transfer. Ideal for industries such as surface technology, petrochemistry, agriculture, and water treatment.

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FLUX For Alkalis Pump Kit

The FLUX Pump Kit “Alkalis” is engineered for durability, efficiency, and safety in handling aggressive alkalis and acids. Designed for low maintenance and high reliability, this pump kit eliminates issues related to seal and bearing wear, making it ideal for long-term use in industrial environments.

Key Features:

  • Non-sensitive to dry-running, ensuring continued operation even without liquid.
  • No seal wear or bearing wear, significantly reducing maintenance needs.
  • Built to last with low maintenance and high reliability.
  • Sealless design prevents contamination of the medium from lubricants or seal wear.
  • Free from wear with relief openings that maintain the same fluid level inside the pump as in the drum.
  • Flow rate: max. 63 GPM (240 l/min)
  • Delivery head: up to 42 feet
  • Viscosity: ranges from 1 cPs to 800 cPs
  • Outer tube diameter: max. 43 mm
  • Immersion lengths: 1000 mm, 1200 mm
  • Materials (outer tube): Stainless steel
  • Ideal for transferring petroleum products, highly flammable media, and solvents.
  • Suitable for use with drums and IBCs.

FLUX Pump Kit “Alkalis”

For transferring alkalis and acids like caustic potash, caustic soda, ammonia water, formic acid (at 50%), and acetic acid (at 80%).

Delivery rate max. 43.5 GPM, delivery head max. 31.1 ft.* When using the pump with a discharge hose and a hand tap, the delivery rate will be approx. 10.5 GPM. Viscosity max. 600 cPs, temperature max. 122°F.

Drum pump F 424 PP-41/36 in Polypropylene

  • Sealless, shaft in Hastelloy C, impeller in ETFE
  • Outer-Ø 40 mm, foot piece Ø 41mm, EPDM elastomers
  • Thread on outlet G 1 1/4 A (BSP 1 1/4″ male)

Commutator motor FEM 4070, 500 Watt

  • IP 24, with speed-range adjustment and no volt release
  • 16 ft power supply cable and plug

Accessories:

  • Hose connection PP, 6 ft flexible 3/4″ PVC hose
  • 2 hose clips, quick action tap PP, seal EPDM
  • FLUX-Clip, compression gland PP conductive (G 2)

Part No./Weight

Immersion LengthMotorPart No.Weight
1000 mm/39 in Length, 230V/50-60 Hz MotorFEM 4070407.44.01011.2 lbs
1200 mm/47 in Length, 230V/50-60 Hz MotorFEM 4070407.44.01211.7 lbs
1000 mm/39 in Length, 120V/60 Hz MotorFEM 4070407.44K.00311.2 lbs
1200 mm/47 in Length, 120V/60 Hz MotorFEM 4070407.44K.00411.7 lbs

*Dependent on pump model, motor, and medium

The FLUX Pump Kit “Alkalis” is designed for the safe and efficient transfer of alkalis and acids in industrial applications. Its durable and chemical-resistant construction makes it ideal for handling a variety of aggressive fluids in industries such as surface technology, agriculture, and chemical processing.

  • Transferring potassium hydroxide (30%) and sodium hydroxide (30%)
  • Handling ammonia water
  • Effective for moving formic acid (50%) and acetic acid (80%)
  • Ideal for use in 55-gallon drums and IBC containers
  • Suitable for industries such as surface technology, agriculture, petrochemistry, and water treatment