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INTELLIGENT AIR OPERATED DIAPHRAGM PUMPS

INTELLIGENT AIR OPERATED DIAPHRAGM PUMPS
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INTELLIGENT AIR OPERATED DIAPHRAGM PUMPS

Product catalog summary
Overview
Tapflo's Intelligent Air Operated Diaphragm Pumps (AODD) are engineered to minimize operational costs and air consumption. They feature ultra-low start pressure and full control with feedback mechanisms, powered by the patented LEAP® technology to enhance efficiency by reducing internal losses and friction.
Company Background
Founded in 1980, Tapflo is a family-owned company that has grown into a global group. It is committed to quality, simplicity, and customer satisfaction, with ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturing processes ensuring high standards and continuous improvement.
Product Features
The TC series pumps, utilizing LEAP® technology, can start at 0.3 bar, offering significant energy savings. They feature noise reduction, dry running and dead heading detection, batch dispensing, and simplified maintenance. Available in plastic, metal, and sanitary series, these pumps boast improved lifespan and sustainable energy management.
Performance and Energy Savings
Tests indicate that TC intelligent pumps can achieve up to 70% energy savings compared to conventional AODD pumps. They can start at low pressures without stalling, maintaining efficient flow rates even at minimal air pressure.
Technical Specifications
The TC series includes various models with different capacities and dimensions, suitable for diverse industrial applications. They require a 24 V DC power supply and offer both internal and external pilot operation modes. Designed for easy maintenance, they are available in different materials to meet specific needs.
Applications and Installation
These pumps are suitable for a wide range of industrial applications, with installation examples provided for different configurations. Performance curves and technical data assist in selecting the appropriate pump model for specific requirements.
Conclusion
Tapflo's intelligent diaphragm pumps provide a modern solution for industrial fluid handling, combining energy efficiency, ease of use, and robust performance. Their commitment to quality and innovation makes them a reliable choice for businesses aiming to optimize their pumping operations.
Overview of Guardian System
The Guardian is an energy conservation device designed to protect AODD pumps from inefficient operation, which can lead to unnecessary energy use and reduced component lifespan. It enhances safety in high-risk applications by monitoring and controlling pump pressure.
Key Features
  • Barrier Protection: Monitors pressure between primary and secondary diaphragms, stopping the pump if pressure exceeds the set point.
  • Dry Run & Stop: Stops the pump if discharge pressure falls below the set point due to lack of media, preventing air ingestion.
  • Dead Head & Stop: Stops the pump if discharge pressure rises to the set point due to a closed valve or overpressure.
  • Dead Head & Restart: Automatically restarts the pump when pressure falls below the set point after a dead head condition.
Contact Information
Tapflo AB is headquartered in Sweden and operates globally through its group companies and distributors. Contact details are provided for various countries for commercial inquiries, orders, and technical support.
Disclaimer
Information is subject to change without notice. Reproduction without permission is prohibited. Tapflo Group reserves the right to make changes in product design or discontinue products without notice.
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INTELLIGENT AIR OPERATEDDIAPHRAGM PUMPS 2020| 1 Full control and feedback Ultra low start pressure Lower operational costs intelligent pump control solution pump starts at 0.3 bar (4.4 PSI) reduced air consumption )> All about your flow

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We began our journey 40 years ago in Kungälv, a small town on the Swedish west coast, as a family company with an ambition to one day become a global player on the pump market. Since 1980, we have taken pride in delivering a wealth of knowledge and passion for pumps to the industry, whilst supplying a wide range of premium products for various industrial applications. Over the years, the company has developed into a global Tapflo Group with branches and distributors present in nearly every region of the world. One thing did not change - we are still a family company. Our solutions are designed...

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Intelligent air operated diaphragm pumps TC Intelligent pumps are fitted with ingenious LEAP® technology developed by Tapflo. LEAP® or ‘Low Energy Air Pump’ is a patented technology used in AODD pumps to reduce the minimum operating air pressure by reducing internal losses and friction found in conventional AODD pumps. LOW ENERGY AIR PUMP TECHNOLOGY LEAP uses a unique indirect system to detect the position of the diaphragm shaft controlling the diaphragm movement automatically. Features & Benefits Available in Plastic, Metal and Sanitary series AODD pumps TC50 - TC425 (T50 - T425 equivalent)...

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Energy Savings Tests undertaken to measure the performance of a standard pump against the new TC intelligent pump have resulted in an energy saving of up to 70%. The extensive testing procedure has shown that the largest amount of energy required by a pump is used to overcome the resistance created by the pump itself. Another major issue is found in the mid-port scenario, wherein the attempt to save energy by turning down the air pressure to a much lower level causes the stall of the pump. TC intelligent pump Energy cost Conventional AODD pump Energy cost The pump fitted with LEAP® Technology...

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A new generation of diaphragm pump The TC Intelligent pump can operate in two settings, Internal and External Pilot. Internal Pilot In standard conditions the pump runs with a single air supply from 0.3 bar, deriving air supply to the control module from the Internal Pilot - main air supply. External Pilot In some applications however, there may be a need to use the External Pilot - a separate (additional) air supply to the LEAP module. The EP assists in moving the air valve in application of: • Extremely low pressure - it supports shifting of the air valve; High pressure of 8 bar - to create...

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A new generation of diaphragm pump TC pump installation example +24 V DC supply 0 V DC - GND Stroke signal VFC IN Stroke signal VFC OUT Air supply Power +24 V DC & signal supply The TC series intelligent pump requires 24 V DC to run. TC intelligent pumps range PE & PTFE pumps TC50 TC100 TC200 TC400

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The performance curves are based on water at 20°C. Other circumstances might change the performance. See below how the capacity will change at different viscosities and suction lifts. Performance curves Example see the red line A flow of 30 litres/minute is desired. The discharge head is calculated to 30 mWC. We choose a TC70. It requires an air pressure of 4 bar and will consume approximately 0.20 Nm3 air per minute. HEAD PSIG mWC 80 Air pressure (bar) Air consumption (Nm3/min, SCFM) Air pressure (bar) Air consumption (Nm3/min, SCFM) Air pressure (bar) Air consumption (Nm3/min, SCFM) Air pressure...

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PE pumps Dimensions in mm (where other is not indicated) TC 50 TC 100 - TC 400 Dimensions in inch (where other is not indicated) Pump size General characteristics *Max capacity (l/min) / (US gpm) **Volume per stroke (ml) / (cu in) Max discharge pressure (bar) / (psi) Max air pressure (bar) / (psi) ***Max suction lift dry (m) / (Ft) Max suction lift wet (m) / (Ft) Max size of solids (0 in mm) / (in) Max temp, pump in PE (°C) / (°F) Max temp, pump in PTFE (°C) / (°F) Min temperature (°C) / (°F) Weight TC pump in PE (kg) / (Ib) TC pump in PTFE (kg) / (Ib) * = Recommended flow is half of the max...

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Aluminium and cast iron pumpsDimensions in mm (where other is not indicated) Dimensions in inch (where other is not indicated) Dim Technical data General dimensions only, ask us for detailed drawings. Changes reserved without notice * = Recommended flow is half of the max flow, i.e. recommended flow for a TC120 is 60 l/min (15.9 US gpm). ** = The value is based on pumps with EPDM diaphragms. Pumps with PTFE diaphragms have about 15% less volume. *** = This is max value with stainless steel valve balls, other valve ball materials may reduce the suction. Please consult us.

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Dimensions in mm (where other is not indicated) Dimensions in inch (where other is not indicated) * = Dimensions for standard clamp connections only 1 = Clamp connections/pipes according to SMS3017/ ISO2037 (T425) 2 = Threaded connections according to DIN 11851 3 = Threaded connections according to SMS 1145 General dimensions only, ask us for detailed drawings. Changes reserved without notice Technical data *Max capacity (l/min) / (US gpm) **Volume per stroke (ml) / (cu in) Max discharge pressure (bar) / (psi) Max air pressure (bar) / (psi) ***Max suction lift dry (m) / (Ft) Max suction lift...

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Tapflo intelligent solutions Guardian systems The Guardian is an energy conservation device designed to protect an air operated double diaphragm (AODD) pump from operating in an inefficient manner that uses unnecessary energy and reduces the life of its parts. It also offers the added benefit of providing greater safety to applications of high risk. The Guardian directly monitors the discharge fluid pressure against its set point stopping the pump if the media pressure increases above the set point (closed valve) or falls below the set point (dry-run) dependant on configuration. Applications...

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