This Taco CI Series close coupled end suction pump features a 3" suction port and a 2-1/2" discharge port with ANSI Class 125 flanges. The unit is constructed with a cast iron casing, a bronze impeller with a 10" nominal diameter, and a bronze shaft sleeve. It utilizes a dry shaft design to prevent contact between the pump shaft and system fluid. The mechanical seal assembly incorporates a ceramic seat, a carbon rotor, and EPT rubber, with a temperature rating of 250 °F. The design includes flush seal line taps, pressure tappings on suction and discharge connections, and a rear pullout configuration for service access. The top center line discharge facilitates self-venting and reduces piping strain.
This pump operates at 1750 RPM and is driven by a 10 HP WEG motor in an ODP enclosure. The motor is built on a JM frame with feet and is configured for 230-460V/60Hz/3PH power supply. The motor meets NEMA MG1-12.55 premium efficiency standards and includes AEGIS shaft grounding. Operating parameters include a 40 °C ambient temperature rating and counter-clockwise rotation. The unit is configured for across the line starting and has a Pump Energy Index (PEI) value of 0.94.