The KNF FMM80 solenoid-driven diaphragm metering pump dispenses liquids accurately in adjustable volumes between 30 μl/stroke and 80 μl/stroke. The pump can be driven with single impulses to deliver discrete micro-volumes or can be operated with a pulsed signal at a frequency up to 10 Hz for continuous flow rates up to 48 ml/min. The…
Watson-Marlow Unveils Pumps at MD&M West
Watson-Marlow Pumps Group is unveiling a new range of 400RXMD OEM pumps, specifically designed for the surgical ablation market, inbooth #1713 at MD&M West, from February 12-14, 2013, at the Anaheim Convention Center, in Anaheim, CA. With a range of pressure settings, improved flow accuracy, and innovative safety features, the new pumps are the product…
Thomas’ 1010 Series Pumps are Reliable and Safe
Designed for handheld gas and leak detection warning devices, the new 1010 Series diaphragm compressors and pumps from Thomas have been tested for 4,000 hours of nonstop operation providing the utmost in reliability and safety. Compact and lightweight (.03 lbs./.01 kg), the efficient operation and low power consumption of the 1010 Series not only gives…
Thomas 907Z Series Brushless DC Pump
The 907Z Series pressure/vacuum oil-less diaphragm pump from Thomas provides the ultimate in mobility with a quiet, efficient lowvibration design that utilizes die-cast aluminum components for durability – all combined with a highly efficient, long-life 24V brushless DC motor. Specifically designed for fuel cell applications, the 907Z Series also features oil-less operation, stainless steel valves,…
Thomas 230 Series, a brushless DC WOB-L® air compressor
The Thomas 230 Series, a brushless DC WOB-L® air compressor designed for medical and other applications requiring a compact, lightweight pump with variable output. The 230 Series pump is extremely small (3.8” high x 2.64” wide x 3.63” long) and weighs only 1.2 lbs. In addition, the 230 Series features variable output (1,000 – 3,000…
Picolino Rotary Pump and Compressor Offers Big Performance in a Small Package
Thomas has introduced the oil-less, long-life Picolino Rotary pump and compressor. Featuring high performance in a compact size, the Picolino is designed for a variety of applications, including medical, vacuum lifting, laboratory, air sampling, sewage aeration, and printing. This quiet, pulsation-free pump is available in two configurations – the DTE (pressure) with inlet silencer, pressure…
Developing an Electronic Fuel Injection System for UAVs
Small and miniature aircraft, also known as UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles), require reliable propulsion systems in order to achieve extended flight times with minimal quantities of fuel. Previously, the only option available for fuel delivery to the engine was a carburetor. The latter, however, is not able to provide an optimum fuel mix for all…
Twin Piston Pumps and Compressors from Thomas
Thomas’ line of twin piston pumps and compressors are designed to withstand the most demanding applications. Comprised of the 2660/2668 Series, these pumps and compressors feature air flows to 5.3 cfm (148.7 l/min), pressures to 160 psi (11 bar) and maximum vacuum to 99% of local barometer (990 mbar). The versatile platform design offers OEMs…
Versatile Pumps for Any Job
The C101 remote mount and C102 PTO direct mount dump pump valve combination. The pumps are interchangeable with competing brands and are available with 2.0-in. gear width or 2.5-in. gear width. They are available as right or left hand rotation, manual or air shift actuation, and come with speeds up to 2,400 rpm. All units…
Thomas Pump Provides Bubble-free Liquid Flow
The Thomas 1210 Series Diaphragm Liquid DC pump features the REFLEX valve (patent pending) design that provides a bubble-free liquid flow. The 1210 Series is perfect for fuel cell, inkjet and diagnostic applications. Available in 12V and 24V DC diaphragm models, this efficient, compact pump (2.0” x 0.9” x 1.4”) is able to handle a…
Innovative Pumps And Compressors Highlight Thomas Global Catalog
Many innovative pumps and compressors have been added to the Thomas Global Catalog. This release features updated specification and performance data on hundreds of WOB-L®, articulated piston, diaphragm, rotary and linear oil-less air compressors/vacuum pumps. Liquid pump technologies include peristaltic, linear and diaphragm. Detailed technology & model series selection guides assists user to quickly identify…
Thomas Introduces Oil-Less, Lightweight DC Pumps
The new 319 Series oil-less, WOB-L® Piston DC pump and compressor from Thomas is small, lightweight (5.1 lbs/2.3 Kg) and is manufactured with die-cast aluminum components for strength and durability. Perfect for mobile applications including air suspension, air doors, air horns, air brakes and clutches and fuel systems. The 319 Series includes EMI suppression and…
Proportional Directional Spool Valves are Efficient, Compact
HAWE Hydraulics has released its proportional directional spool valve type PSL in the new nominal size 7. The PSL7 has been designed for applications such as mobile heavy load carrying machines, pile drilling machines, ship and railway cranes, etc. Global certifications for use in explosion hazardous zones allow this valve to be used in oil…
KNF Micro Diaphragm Pump
The KNF “ Type NF1.5” micro diaphragm pump offers a high-pressure solution for reliably dosing or transferring liquids or liquid-gas mixtures. This extremely small (1.5 in. x 1.5 in. x 1.25 in.) pump can achieve flow rates up to 60 ml/min, self-prime to 9 in. Hg suction, and operate against pressures up to 87 PSI…
PEEK components resist fatigue
Seals, pump components, and compressor plates molded of PEEK™ have higher fatigue and chemical resistance than similar components molded of fluoropolymers. PEEK (Polyetheretherketone) withstands temperatures in excess of 500° F (260° C) and pressures up to 580 psi. PEEK component designs have excellent resistance to chemically aggressive environments, electricity and radiation. PEEK is inherently pure…
Whisper Vane Transfer Pump from VARNA
VARNA Products introduces their new “Xtreme Duty” Whisper Vane Transfer Pump Model “XD4”. VARNA’s latest design draws on their lineage of pump designs and it is the sister to their Model EP4 Prelube Pump. Made of TYPIII hard anodized aluminum, carburized carbon steel, the “XD4” has shown to perform well in a wide variety of…
Brushless DC 2450Z Series Compressor from Thomas
The new brushless DC 2450Z Series compressor from Thomas is ideal for medical and other applications requiring a small, lightweight pump (6.8 lbs. vs 9.5 lbs AC Motor) with a higher performance to weight ratio. The 2450Z features a small footprint (8.32” x 6.75” x 4.08”) and an efficient variable output brushless 140V DC motor…
Vacuum Pumps for Pick & Place
A full line of air-powered venturi vacuum pumps that can be positioned close to the pickup point in pick and place systems to provide millisecond attach and release is available from Anver Corp. of Hudson, Massachusetts. Anver VR Series Venturi Vacuum Pumps feature aluminum construction with brass inserts, have no moving parts to wear out,…
KNF Micro Diaphragm Liquid Pump
The KNF “Type NF1.60” micro diaphragm pump for dosing or transferring liquids or liquid-gas mixtures is ideally engineered to realize powerful performance in a small package. This compact high-pressure solution can deliver flow rates up to 650 ml/min, self-prime to 8.86 in.Hg suction, and operate against pressures up to 87 PSI both intermittently and continuously…
Magnet assembly eliminates leaks in drive pump
In medical equipment used to recirculate and transfer fluids, leaks must not exist. But seals are not the only way to ensure leak-free operation. A magnetic drive pump offers a different design choice. The Integrity Series magnetic drive pump eliminates motor bearings and leaves the impeller assembly as the only moving part. Magnetic drive centrifugal…
A Quick and Easy Guide to Hydraulic Pump Technology and Selection
By Rodney B. Erickson, Senior Training Specialist, Eaton Corp. Of gear, piston and vane pumps, one type is not better than any other type in an absolute sense—they simply are different, with individual strengths. The hydraulic pumps found in virtually all mobile and industrial applications today use pistons, vanes, or gears to create the pumping…
Overhung Load Adaptor Saves Energy, Fuel For Fishing Vessel
Operating efficiently while battling through 50-foot waves is but one challenge for commercial fishing boats that ply the frigid Bering Sea. The Gen-Tech system, a workboat power generation improvement, meets that challenge, saving significant amounts of energy and fuel. The Gen-Tech system eliminates the need to run the auxiliary engine for generator operation when the…
Diaphragm pumps perform reliably in the lab
KNF LABOPORT® Filtration Series diaphragm pumps are suitable for a wide range of applications in the lab, including flask filtration, vacuum blotting, vacuum manifold, and vacuum desiccation. These lightweight, easy-to-use, and quiet pumps notably promote “green” operations by performing cleanly without pump oil, conserving water by eliminating water aspirators, supplying consistent vacuum levels, and eliminating…
BEI Kimco’s BLDC Motor Meets High Speed Requirements for a Turbomolecular Vacuum Pump Application
VISTA, CA – BEI Kimco Magnetics recently developed a BLDC motor to meet the challenging high speed requirements for a Turbomolecular Vacuum Pump application. The Turbomolecular pump is widely used in the semiconductor device manufacturing process, which requires highly compressed gases for chemical deposition and implantation. The pump design incorporates the specially designed BEI motor…
5 Questions for Specifying Fluid-handling Pumps
By Richard A. Rauth, KNF Neuberger, Inc., Trenton, NJ Reprint Info >> For designers of small fluid-handling systems, failing to consider the many variable conditions affecting the operating environment for a pump can lead to problems. Late in the design phase of a new product, a sterilizer manufacturer ordered a pump from a supplier without…