Features and benefits of peristaltic pumps

by Pathlie Lee Business consultant

Pumping solutions have become much better with the use of peristaltic pumps. These pumps are reliable for abrasive, corrosive, and highly viscous products because they lack valves, glands, or seals. Additionally, these machines do not require any special maintenance since you only need to check the hoses and tubes, which also promise longevity regardless of how you use them.

Features of peristaltic pumps

·       No seal design

Peristaltic pumps lack seals that prevent leaking, corrosion from chemicals, and regular maintenance.

·       Low-cost maintenance

The only maintenance for this pump may involve replacing the tube or hoses, which are affordable and easy to install.

·       Dry run and self-primer

The peristaltic pumps can continuously pump fluid and run dry without structural repairs or downtime. The hose and tube recovery can self-prime to keep the pump passing liquids with air.

·       Gentle pumping

A low-flow peristaltic pump is gentle in action with low shear pumping. This makes these pumps suitable for shear-sensitive products like broths and flocculants.

·       High suction lift

The reinforced hoses have a recovery that delivers powerful suction, with lifting capabilities of over 9.5 meters of water.

·       Resistant to abrasion

Hoses do not degenerate from the abrasive nature of the liquids. The only time hoses malfunction is in the case of fatigue or chemical activity.

·       Solid pumping

Most peristaltic hoses are certified to pump nearly 80% inorganic solids and around 15% sludge, especially if it’s organic.

·       Reversible

Peristaltic pumps are built with a reversibility function to clear blockages or lines.

·       Non-slip

Because these pumps lack internal reflow, they provide accurate counting without slipping.

·       Accurate dosing

A low flow peristaltic pump is accurate in dosing, considering its repeatability of +1 percent and metering power of about 5 percent.

·       Hygienic

The VF flange must undergo checking by EHEDG to confirm that they are up to consumer-friendly standards. This allows these pumps to be used in food, beverage, pharmaceutical industries, and other sanitary compatible uses.

Benefits of peristaltic pumps

·       There is no contamination due to the tubing being the only part of the pump that gets into direct contact with the liquid. The pump and the fluid can stay sterile for a very long time without any treatment.

·       Peristaltic pumps are built with over 20 tubing sizes and variations, making them usable for a wide variety of liquids.

·       Considering the self-priming nature of peristaltic pumps, they can pass liquid non-stop through the tubing even when it starts drying up. It can pump water up to 9.5 meters due to better suction lift. This is convenient that the pumps that require you fill the pump and suction the line with liquid before using.

·       A Low flow peristaltic pump is the best to use in procedures that need dosing since it has many speed selections you can adjust.

·       You will not have to clean pump parts like valves, diaphragms, and seals. Since the tube is the frequently contacted surface, you will only need to clean or replace it, making maintenance less costly.

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