This Taco FI Series base-mounted end suction pump features a cast iron casing with 4" suction and 3" discharge connections. It uses an 11" nominal diameter bronze impeller and a stainless steel shaft equipped with a bronze shaft sleeve. The pump utilizes a dry shaft design and a mechanical seal composed of a ceramic seat, carbon rotor, and EPT rubber. This assembly operates at fluid temperatures up to 250°F and includes ANSI Class 125 flanges. The pump design incorporates pressure tappings on the suction and discharge connections and utilizes a self-flushing seal arrangement.
This unit is configured with a 15 HP Weg TEFC motor in a NEMA 254 T-frame, operating at 1750 RPM. It utilizes a 230/460V, 60Hz, 3PH power supply and features across the line starting. The pump is mounted on a welded base that includes an integral drip pan and a Woods coupler protected by a standard coupler guard. This model maintains a DOE PEI rating of 0.92 and complies with NEMA MG1-12.55 efficiency standards.