What Is a Fluid Transfer Pump?
Fluid displacement pumps, also called transfer pumps, help to remove fluid from the bottom of a polyurethane drum and transfer the fluid to a hose. The pressure that’s created from the fluid transfer pump provides an even and consistent distribution of material.
Once the material is transferred from the bottom of the barrel to the hose and eventually the tip of your spray foam gun, it mixes with a second material causing it to react.
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A Full Line of Fluid Transfer Pumps, Drum Mixers, Agitators – Designed by Trusted Manufacturers
The fluid transfer pumps we carry are designed for use with polyurethane, epoxies and most industrial and commercial coatings. Built with a wetted and divorced fluid section to prevent crystallization from harsh chemicals, our fluid transfer pumps are designed to perform with industrial applications where durability, reliability and consistency of product delivery are essential. Choose from Graco Inc., Polyurethane Machinery Corporation (PMC), and International Pump Manufacturing (IPM) for a full line of fluid transfer pumps, mixers, and agitators.
Here at SprayWorks Equipment, through the reliable brands we offer our customers, we are sure you will find the best fluid transfer pumps for your needs to effectively get the job done.
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T1, T2, T3 by Graco Inc.
Graco fluid transfer pumps are designed to work best with Graco Reactors. T1 is a 2:1 fluid transfer pump, T2 is 2.25:1, and T3 is a 3:1 fluid transfer pump. Depending on your output needs, Graco has a vast supply of pumps for any application. They are designed to be lightweight, long lasting, and low maintenance. The quick-release bung adapter makes it easy for drum removal without interference from hose connections.
Available Graco Fluid Transfer Pumps:
- Graco T3 Transfer Pump
- Graco T2 Transfer Pump
- Graco T1 Transfer Pump
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GHO by PMC
PMC custom manufactured stainless-steel fluid transfer pumps are used to pump your spray foam and coating chemicals from 55- or 30-gallon drums to the spray foam proportioning unit. Easy-to-rebuild air motors and fluid sections coupled with the stainless-steel construction will provide years of service with the proper maintenance. These units are manufactured in the USA.
The GHO 2:1 pump has been designed and built for the application of polyurea chemical systems, polyurethane foam chemical systems and some two-component epoxy systems. The transfer pump pumps both resin and isocyanate.
IPM manufactures a wide variety of pump variations and configurations, mixers, painting pumps, heated material supply hoses, and silica gel dryers, and SprayWorks Equipment carries them all.
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IP-01 by IPM
- Pressure ratio 1:1
- Max output: 4 gpm (15 lpm)
- Available in both stubby and drum length
- Available in both stainless steel and carbon steel fluid sections
- Throat packing: Polyurethane
- Piston packing: UHMWPE
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IP-02 by IPM
- New OP232CD designed for use in low-ceiling applications
- Swapping out 55 gallon drums in low-ceiling areas such as trailers are no longer a problem
- Reduced pump diameter allows heights as little as 78″
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Drum Mixer #DM101 by IPM
Collapsing blades allow insertion through 2″ drum bung for those materials that separate, and stainless-steel lower components do an excellent job of getting the components back into suspension. Learn more about mixers.
5:1 and 10:1 Fluid Transfer Pumps by IPM
Buy NowFAQs on Liquid Transfer Pumps
How does a liquid transfer pump typically work?
A liquid transfer pump provides a seal for fluids and creates pressure to consistently supply materials to your main pump or proportioning unit. It’s important to consider environmental factors and the materials you are processing to determine if liquid transfer pumps are the right choice.
How do I ensure I find the right transfer pump?
Finding the right transfer pump for your material is crucial for success. Look for a pump that is easy to clean, can fit into the drum or pale size you need, and can handle the materials you typically use. If you’re unsure, check your material against the transfer pump manual. This will help you identify proper ratio, cycles per gallon, and more. You will also need to consider the height of the transfer pump and whether your drums will be in a van, trailer rig, or warehouse.
Are there any issues that can occur with a fluid transfer pump?
While a variety of issues can occur, one thing to watch for is making sure you don’t run out of material in your transfer pump. As soon as the pump runs out of material, it will cavitate from loss of fluid and may begin to make excessive noise and vibrate until the operator shuts it down. This leads to permanent damage to the pump, plus a loss of money and time needed to replace it.
Is there any maintenance involved with transfer pumps?
You’ll want to be sure to grease your transfer pumps before putting them into your material drum. By pre-greasing the pump, you’ll make it easier to swap drums and avoid the risk of damaging the pump when it won’t come out of the drum. See manufacturer recommendations for frequency of cleaning and replacing parts.
Are fluid transfer pumps the same as foam pumps, barrel pumps or drum pumps?
Yes. To the new polyurethane applicator, transfer pumps can be confusing, but you’ll soon get the hang of it. Fluid transfer pumps go by many other names, which include barrel pumps, drum pumps, foam pumps and fluid displacement pumps.
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If you’re looking for reliable fluid transfer pumps that can really get the job done, SprayWorks Equipment has got you covered! Contact us online and one of our experts can suggest the best option for you.
