This Taco FI Series base-mounted end suction pump features a cast iron casing with 2" suction and 1-1/4" discharge connections, utilizing ANSI Class 125 flanges. The pump is equipped with a 7 1/4" nominal diameter bronze impeller and a stainless steel shaft with a replaceable bronze shaft sleeve. It uses a dry shaft design and a mechanical seal constructed with a silicon-carbide seat, carbon rotor, and EPT rubber, rated for operation at 250 °F in clean water systems. The unit includes pressure tappings on the suction and discharge connections.
This assembly uses a 1 1/2 HP Baldor motor with an ODP enclosure and NEMA 145 T frame. The pump operates at 1750 RPM on a 230-460/60/3 power supply and supports across-the-line starting. The motor is configured for CCW rotation and meets NEMA premium efficiency standards, including AEGIS shaft grounding. The pump is mounted on a welded steel base that incorporates a drip pan and features a Woods coupler with a standard coupler guard. The DOE PEI value for this pump is 0.81.