Reliably filling high-viscosity silicone oils over a 10-meter lift height

Various silicone oils with viscosities up to 12,500 mPas are filled from 200-liter drums into closure devices. This process requires overcoming a 10-meter lift height—reliably and with mobile operation using an industrial eccentric screw pump.

Solution
F 550 GS progressive cavity pump with F 458-1 commutator motor

Task

Dispens various silicone oils with viscosities up to 12,500 mPas from 200-liter drums and convey them to filling devices. The system must overcome a lift height of 10 meters and ensure a continuous filling process.

Requirements
  • Flow rate of at least 20 l/min  
  • Portable for on-site use 
Solution in Detail

Use of the F 550 GS progressive cavity pump with an F 458-1 commutator motor. The positive-displacement pump achieves head heights of up to 10 m and maintains constant flow rates. A relief valve protects the system from pressure spikes during operation.

Result

The pump is inserted directly into the drum, allowing for immediate pumping without any additional installation. Thanks to its lightweight motor, it can be easily and flexibly used in a variety of locations.

A lift height of 10 m is reliably achieved

Constant flow rate of at least 20 l/min

Safe pressure relief via a relief valve

Lightweight engine enables mobile use

Products used

Progressive cavity pump system with motor, relief valve, and hose system for mobile drum emptying—application-specific accessories available.

VISCOPOWER Eccentric Screw Pumps

Pure Power for low- to high-viscosity fluids

Commutator Motors

For reliable and cost-effective operation

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