This Taco FI Series base-mounted end suction pump features a 6" suction and a 5" discharge with ANSI Class 125 flanges. It uses a cast iron casing with integrated pressure tappings and a 13 1/2" nominal diameter stainless steel impeller. The pump incorporates a dry shaft design with a stainless steel shaft and a replaceable bronze shaft sleeve. It is configured with a mechanical seal that includes a ceramic seat, carbon rotor, and EPT rubber, rated for temperatures up to 250°F. The bearing housing contains permanently lubricated, sealed-for-life ball bearings, and the unit includes flush seal line taps to allow for the installation of filtration.
This pump operates at 1150 RPM and is driven by a 15 HP Baldor motor with an ODP enclosure and a 284T NEMA frame. The electrical configuration supports 230-460/60/3 power with an across-the-line starting option. The motor is rated for a 40°C ambient temperature and meets NEMA premium efficiency standards, including MG1-12.55 with AEGIS shaft grounding. The pump assembly is mounted on a welded base that includes an integral drip pan and a coupler guard protecting the Woods coupler. The unit is configured for CCW rotation.