Tobee® 4RV-AF Froth Slurry Pump is vertical cantilevered centrifugal pump, and designed for the most difficult pumping applications for high abrasive, high density or erosive slurries. 4RV-AF Froth pumps are widely used in mining, metallurgy, electric power, coal, chemical industry, building materials industry etc. for conveying corrosive and high concentration slurry. and It is ideal product for the transporting of slurries with lots of froth, especially the slurries in the flotation process.
When Handling frothy slurries can pose several challenges due to the presence of air or gas bubbles. Here are some common challenges and how the froth slurry pump addresses them:
Air Locking: Air or gas bubbles in the slurry can cause air locking issues, where the pump impeller becomes surrounded by air, leading to reduced or halted pumping performance. The Vertical Froth pump with an impeller that accommodates frothy slurries, allowing for the passage of air or gas bubbles without causing air locking. This prevents interruptions in the pumping process and ensures continuous operation.
Foam Stability: Frothy slurries often exhibit unstable foam, which can change in volume and density. The Froth pump is designed to handle these variations in foam characteristics. Its foam separation feature helps remove excess air or gas bubbles from the slurry, improving foam stability and ensuring consistent pumping performance.
Wear and Maintenance: Frothy slurries can be abrasive, leading to increased wear on pump components. The Froth pump is constructed with wear-resistant materials, such as high-chrome alloys or rubber linings, to withstand the abrasive nature of frothy slurries. Additionally, the pump design allows for easy access to wear parts, removable liners, and replaceable components, simplifying maintenance and reducing downtime.
By addressing these common challenges, the froth slurry pump offers reliable and efficient handling of frothy slurries in various applications. Its specialized design features and robust construction make it well-suited for industries such as mineral processing, waste treatment, and chemical processing, where froth management is critical.
Tobee® 4RV-AF Froth Slurry Pump Design Features:
Model |
Inlet (mm) |
Outlet (mm) |
Matching Power P (kw) |
Capacity Q (m³/h) |
Head H (m) |
Speed n (r/min) |
Eff. η (% ) |
Impeller dia. (mm) |
100 |
50 |
3-15 |
6-43 |
6-30 |
800-1800 |
45 |
229 |
|
150 |
75 |
3-18.5 |
23-78 |
5-28 |
700-1500 |
55 |
268 |
|
150 |
100 |
5.5-37 |
33-187 |
5-28 |
500-1050 |
55 |
397 |
|
200 |
150 |
15-75 |
80-393 |
5-25 |
250-680 |
55 |
560 |
|
250 |
200 |
37-110 |
126-575 |
5-26 |
350-650 |
55 |
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Tobee® AF Vertical Froth Slurry Pumps Structural Drawing: