The PL-4 Pump
The PL-4 is a popular centrifugal, self-priming pump that is an excellent choice for many different environments, including tankers, buried tanks, sumps, and many more. Available in both low and high-pressure configurations, the PL-4 Self Primer Pump can also meet a wide variety of pressure and flow specifications.
The Benefits & Advantages of the PL-4
The Phantom Pumps PL-4 stands as a testament to the advanced design and top-notch performance, functioning as a dependable self-priming centrifugal pump within the PL Series. This pump offers a balance between outstanding performance, ease of maintenance, and sturdy operational features.
Outstanding Performance
The PL-4 delivers impressive flow rates and performance characteristics. It can efficiently handle solids up to 3 inches and is well-suited for high-head and high-volume pumping applications.
Replaceable Wear Plate
The PL-4 features a removable cover plate that allows easy and direct access to the pump interior. This feature helps reduce service and maintenance time, leading to less operational downtime.
External Shim-Less Adjustment
The PL-4 stands out with a unique external shim-less adjustment feature. This allows for effortless adjustment of the wear plate and impeller clearance, ensuring the pump's optimal performance without the need for complete disassembly.
Multi-Vane Impellers
The PL-4 is equipped with multi-vane impellers for optimal efficiency. Its design allows it to effectively handle solids and slurries, making it an ideal choice for a variety of demanding applications.
Replaceable Wear Plate
The PL-4 pump comes with a replaceable wear plate, thereby extending the lifespan of the pump and reducing maintenance costs. The wear plate can be replaced without having to disassemble the entire pump.
Dual Protection System
The PL-4 incorporates a dual protection system with a seal leak detector and a bearing temperature sensor. This system aids in the early detection of potential issues and prevents significant failures, ensuring reliable operation.
Back Pull-Out Design
The PL-4 uses a back pull-out design for ease of maintenance. This design allows the pump to be disassembled for repair or inspection while keeping the casing in the piping.
Automatic Air Release
The PL-4 features an automatic air release system during priming to ensure seamless and efficient operation. This pump does not require a foot valve as it can prime and reprime fully automatically.
Versatile Applications
The PL-4 excels in serving professionals across industries such as asphalt, water & wastewater, chemical, mining, food & beverage, oil & gas, pulp & paper, electricity & power, agriculture, and general commercial industries.
Technical specifications and performance features
Take a deep dive into the PL-4 pump's key technical details, encompassing essential pump data and materials of construction. Additionally, it highlights the PL-4's impressive self-priming head capabilities, demonstrating the remarkable performance, adaptability, and quality craftsmanship synonymous with the Phantom Pumps brand.
Pump Data
Self-Priming Head
Materials of Construction
Check the net positive suction head (NPSH) before using this table
Component | STD | CI / 316SS | CI / CD4MCU | CI / ADI | CI / HCI | ADI | 316SS | CD4MCU |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Casting | – | – | A48CL30 | – | – | ADI | 316SS | CD4MCU |
Impeller | A60-40-18 | 316SS | CD4MCU | ADI | HCI | ADI | 316SS | CD4MCU |
Wear Plate | A48CL30 | 316SS | CD4MCU | ADI | HCI | ADI | 316SS | CD4MCU |
Cover Plate | A48CL30 | ADI | 316SS | CD4MCU | ||||
Bearing Housing | A48CL30 | ADI | 316SS | CD4MCU | ||||
Seal Plate | A48CL30 | 316SS | CD4MCU | ADI | HCI | ADI | 316SS | CD4MCU |
Flap Valve | Neoprene | Viton | ||||||
Impeller Shaft | ANSI4140HT | ANSI17-4PH | ||||||
Seal Sleeve | ANSI4140HT | ANSI17-4PH | ||||||
Flanges | A48CL30 | ADI | 316SS | CD4MCU | ||||
O Rings | Buna | – | Viton | – | ||||
Mechanical Seal | 316SS, Buna, Tungs/Titanium Carbide | 316SS, Viton, Tungs/Titanium Carbide | ||||||
