This Taco FI Series base-mounted end suction pump features an 8" suction and a 6" discharge with ANSI Class 125 flanges. The pump is constructed with a cast iron casing and an 11" nominal diameter bronze impeller. It uses a stainless steel shaft paired with a replaceable bronze shaft sleeve and a dry shaft design. The mechanical seal assembly consists of a ceramic seat, a carbon rotor, and EPT rubber, rated for a maximum temperature of 250 °F. Pressure tappings are provided at the suction and discharge connections, and the casing includes flush seal line taps.
The pump operates at 1750 RPM using a 30 HP Baldor TEFC motor in a NEMA 286T frame. The electrical configuration is 230-460V/60/3PH with across the line starting. The motor meets MG1-12.55 premium efficiency standards and is equipped with AEGIS shaft grounding. The pump is mounted on a welded base that includes an integrated drip pan and an OSHA-compliant coupler guard, utilizing a Woods coupler for the connection. This unit has a DOE PEI value of 0.93.