This Taco CI Series close coupled end suction pump features a 3" suction and a 2-1/2" discharge with ANSI Class 125 flanges. It utilizes a 9-1/2" nominal diameter bronze impeller housed within a cast iron casing. The pump includes a dry shaft design with a bronze shaft sleeve and a mechanical seal composed of a ceramic seat, carbon rotor, and EPT rubber. The unit handles fluids at temperatures up to 250°F and is equipped with flush seal line taps and pressure tappings on the suction and discharge connections. A rear pullout design enables maintenance without disturbing the system piping.
The pump is driven by a 5 HP Baldor motor with an ODP enclosure, configured for 230-460V/60/3PH power. It operates at 1750 RPM and utilizes across-the-line starting. The motor is mounted on a 184 JM frame with feet and features premium efficiency, AEGIS shaft grounding, and a 40°C ambient rating. This configuration meets NEMA standards and has a PEI of 0.87. The top center line discharge design is provided to simplify piping layouts and reduce piping strain.