This Taco FI Series base-mounted end suction pump features a cast iron casing with 8" suction and 6" discharge connections and ANSI Class 125 flanges. It utilizes a 13-1/2" nominal impeller diameter constructed of bronze, paired with a stainless steel shaft and a replaceable bronze shaft sleeve. The pump incorporates a dry shaft design and is configured with a mechanical seal featuring a ceramic seat, carbon rotor, and EPT rubber, rated for temperatures up to 250°F. The unit is hydraulically balanced and includes gauge ports at the suction and discharge connections.
The pump operates at 1750 RPM and is driven by a 75 HP Baldor TEFC motor in a 365 T frame. The motor provides premium efficiency and meets NEMA MG1-12.55 standards with integrated AEGIS shaft grounding. It is configured for a 230-460/60/3PH power supply and features a 40°C ambient rating with CCW rotation. The assembly includes a welded base with an integral drip pan, a standard Woods coupler, and a coupler guard protecting the greasable bearing frame. This pump has a DOE PEI value of 0.93.