This Taco FI Series base-mounted end suction pump features a 5" suction and a 4" discharge with ANSI Class 125 flanges. The pump construction includes a cast iron casing and a stainless steel impeller with a 9-1/2" nominal diameter. The unit uses a stainless steel shaft with a replaceable bronze shaft sleeve and a dry shaft design that prevents contact between the circulating fluid and the shaft. The mechanical seal is configured with a ceramic seat, a carbon rotor, and Buna rubber, providing a temperature rating of 225°F. The casing includes pressure tappings on the suction and discharge connections.
This pump operates at 1750 RPM and is driven by a 20 HP Baldor ODP motor in a 256 T-frame. The electrical configuration is 230-460V, 3PH, utilizing across the line starting. The motor meets NEMA premium efficiency standards per MG1-12.55 and includes AEGIS shaft grounding. The pump assembly is mounted on a welded base with an integrated drip pan and an OSHA-compliant coupler guard housing a Woods coupler. This unit maintains a DOE PEI rating of 0.93.