This Taco FI Series base-mounted end suction pump features a 2-1/2" suction connection and a 1-1/2" discharge connection with ANSI Class 125 flanges. The unit is constructed with a cast iron casing and a 9-1/2" nominal diameter bronze impeller. It incorporates a stainless steel shaft equipped with a bronze shaft sleeve to maintain a dry shaft design. The mechanical seal consists of a ceramic seat, carbon rotor, and EPT rubber, rated for fluid temperatures up to 250 °F. The casing includes flush seal line taps to allow for the installation of external seal protection.
This pump operates at 1750 RPM and is powered by a 5 HP Baldor motor with an ODP enclosure and a 184 T-frame. The electrical configuration is 230-460V/60Hz/3PH, using across-the-line starting. The motor provides premium efficiency as defined by MG1-12.55 and includes AEGIS shaft grounding. The pump assembly is mounted on a welded base with an integrated drip pan and utilizes a Woods coupler shielded by an OSHA-compliant guard. This model maintains a DOE PEI of 0.85.