C E N T R I F U G A L P U M P S Heavy Duty Chemical Processing Pump Model A9
Wilfley Model A9 Heavy Duty Chemical Processing Pump A Legacy of Continuous Innovation Arthur Redman Wilfley was an inventor and entrepreneur, whose sheer hard work and determination fueled the prosperity of his lead and silver mine near Leadville, Colorado in the late 9th century. His interest in centrifugal pumps arose as he applied his ingenuity towards solving the hardships of pumping slurries in the mine, in the form of the first packingless pump. Wilfley s first commercially available pump was sold in 99 and was built around his ingenious concept of utilizing an expeller to generate a dynamic, centrifugal seal. He continued to perfect the expeller design and received a patent in 92. The dynamic seal continues to be the unique hallmark of Wilfley pumps. From Slurries to Chemicals As the Wilfley expeller was being quickly adopted in the mining industry, a similar need was noted in the chemical processing marketplace. Although most chemicals were free of solids, the flushed packing seals of the era significantly diluted the product. After numerous tests and engineering innovations, the Wilfley Model AB chemical pump was developed using the company s expeller sealing technology and enjoyed great success. Since the 933 launch of the Model AB, Wilfley s culture of continuous improvement led to the achievement of significant milestones in chemical pumping with the AC and AF models. The Chemical Industry Unites Not long after the advent of the American Voluntary Standard (AVS), a dimensional envelope and performance standard was developed in the form of the ANSI B73. specification. In response, Wilfley developed the Model AG in 973 to incorporate the many benefits of an expeller seal with the core tenets of the new standard: adjustable impeller, back pull-out capability and dimensional interchangeability. As air emission requirements became more stringent, Wilfley responded with the Model A7, building upon the success of its predecessors by increasing operating efficiencies and intrinsic safety with sealing redundancy. The most highly developed Wilfley chemical pump is now available with the Model A9, including expanded hydraulics, increased power capabilities, improved dynamic sealing and the most reliable static seal available. It is conservatively designed and robustly constructed to offer high reliability in the most difficult applications. Model AB 933 Model AC 938 Wilfley Expellers Model AF 947 Model AG 973 Model A7 997 Model A9 2
Wilfley Dynamic Seal Features and Benefits: Increases production by reducing down time Discharge A cost effective solution that can easily be rebuilt on-site Excellent solids/slurry handling capabilities Effectively manages crystallizing and scaling fluids No mechanical seal and associated flush system required Inherently safe without gland packing or frictional heat Impeller Expeller No dilution of your pumped product A Operational abuse tolerant, e.g. cavitation and vibration Dry running capability Single source pump & seal responsibility Suction How the Wilfley Dynamic Seal works: An air barrier (A) is established during pump operation by centrifugal forces generated at the expeller. This air barrier successfully isolates the pumped fluid from the shaft. The DryLock II TM seal provides positive sealing at pump startup and shutdown Scan this code with your smartphone to view an animation on the Dynamic Seal 2
Wilfley Model A9 Features and Benefits Convenient Lifting point Opti-expeller TM provides cutting edge dynamic sealing with zero operational leakage Expeller/Seal flush capability Large sight glasses on both sides to verify oil level Easy clearance adjustments via external adjustment bolts DryLock II TM seal engineered for reliable static sealing and available in a variety of material combinations Robust shaft design minimizes deflections at seal faces for maximum seal life and reliability 33SS labyrinth oil seals to prevent contamination Comprehensive hydraulics available to meet your needs Heavy duty case design with 5 lb. (PN 2) flanges 3 lb. (PN 5) flanges and comparable DIN flanges also available Case drain option available Frame bracket designed to protect bearing unit from pumpage (available in duplex stainless steel) Extreme duty bearings available for severe applications 3 4
Wilfley DryLock II TM Seal Seal flush capability when required (startup/shutdown) Seal adjustment ring offers easy adjustment to precisely set the seal opening.2 (.5mm) seal face opening How the DryLock II TM Seal works:. Balls centrifugally move outward as the pump starts up 2. Balls push actuator plate to open seal components 3. Isolated spring forces seal components to close as the pump shuts down Pump Running / Seal Open Pump Off / Seal Closed Actuator Assembly Shaft sleeve positively isolates the shaft from the pumpage Rotary and stationary seal components are available in a variety of materials Containment bushing for tertiary safety Quantity of balls used varies with pump speed to precisely control seal operation Seal drain Expeller cavity drain option available Scan this code with your smartphone to view an animation on the DryLock II TM Seal 5
Model A9 Pump Capacities CAPACITY - 295 RPM (5 Hz), TOTAL DYNAMIC HEAD - 355 RPM (6 Hz) 25 2 5 5 9, 6 8 7 5 6 FRAME 3 FRAME 3* 4 5 4 FRAME 2 3 3 FRAME 2* 2 2 FRAME,, 8 6 4 2 8 6 4 2 TOTAL DYNAMIC HEAD - 295 RPM (5 Hz), CAPACITY - 355 RPM (6 Hz) CAPACITY - 45 RPM (5 Hz), TOTAL DYNAMIC HEAD - 75 RPM (6 Hz) 2 8 6 4 2 4, 35 25 3 FRAME 4 2 25 2 5 5 FRAME 3 FRAME 2 5 5 FRAME,, 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 TOTAL DYNAMIC HEAD - 45 RPM (5 Hz), CAPACITY - 75 RPM (6 Hz) CAPACITY - 95 RPM (5 Hz), TOTAL DYNAMIC HEAD - 5 RPM (6 Hz) 5 4 3 2 8, 2 6 4 2 FRAME 4 8 8 6 FRAME 3 6 4 4 FRAME 2 2 2 FRAME,, 35 3 25 2 5 5 TOTAL DYNAMIC HEAD - 95 RPM (5 Hz), CAPACITY - 5 RPM (6 Hz) Black = USGPM & feet Red = m 3 /hr & meters * Limited to 3 RPM 6
VISIT WWW.WILFLEY.COM TO SEE OUR FULL RANGE OF PUMPING SOLUTIONS A.R. Wilfley and Sons, Inc. 735 E. Progress Place, Suite #2 Englewood, CO 8 Toll Free -8-525-993 Telephone + (33) 779-777 Fax + (33) 779-277 pumps@wilfley.com A9 Bulletin. (en) Printed in USA September 22 A.R. Wilfley and Sons, Inc.