For reliable and efficient molten metal transfer, trust the WEMPump.
3HP Molten Salt Pump
For the Transfer of Molten Salts
The 3HP WEM Pump is a powerful centrifugal pump designed for the fast, safe and efficient transfer of molten salt in a variety of industrial applications. The pump is built to withstand the harshest environments, with a simple and rugged design that delivers reliable performance even in demanding conditions.
The pump can be used in a variety of industrial applications where molten salt is used, including:
- Steel production
- Nuclear reactors
- Solar thermal power plants
- Heat treatment
- Chemical processing
The pump can also be used to transfer a variety of molten salts, including:
- Fluoride salts
- Nitrate salts
- Chloride salts
- Sulfate salts
During emergencies or maintenance operations, a single operator can safely handle the pump, effectively managing pan failure during shutdown periods. With the ability to economically lower the zinc level at intervals, inspections of the pan can be conducted to detect failures before they occur, protecting brickwork and burners from damage caused by leaking zinc.
The pump can be conveniently hung from a crane or chain hoist, allowing for continuous filling of containers or molds by pivoting the discharge pipe. Ordinary 50-gallon oil drums make excellent containers, and no cleaning is required after use as the pump is self-draining.
Type | Submerged intake, vertical shaft, centrifugal with variable speed and variable discharge |
Power | 3 H.P. vane-type air motor, cooled and lubricated through the airline, direct coupled to the impeller shaft |
Max Operating Temperature | 1700F |
Materials | Stainless Steel Construction – submerged components made of chrome-nickel alloy |
Max Lift | Maximum pump length – 10 ft. |
Capacity | 60,000 to 360,000 pounds per hour based on a 4 ft. lift |
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We created the original WEM Pumps in 1950 to replace hand ladling molten solutions. We’ve maintained the simplicity and principles of our original pumps, but have adapted our designs and materials to meet the demands of modern industry.
