Seeking a pump for the chemical Acetic Acid, also known as Glacial, March Pumps has many choices! From 1 GPM to 200 GPM, March Pumps has a pump for Acetic Acid for any application. If pumping the chemical Acetic Acid at room temperature, it is recommended to go with a centrifugal sealless magnetic drive chemical pump made up of Polypropylene or Kynar Plastic or Stainless Steel and Teflon O-Ring.
Choosing an Acetic Acid Industrial Pump
Acetic acid, also known as ethanoic acid, is a colorless organic chemical compound with the chemical formula CH3COOH, commonly known for the sour taste and pungent smell it gives to vinegar. The world annual demand of acetic acid is around 6.5 metric tons, which is used in the production of synthetic materials, in waste water treatment and the production of organic compounds to name a few.
Higher concentrations and higher temperatures of the chemical Acetic Acid together or by themselves, may make the pumps listed above unsuitable. It is highly recommended, regardless of the temperature or concentration, that you contact a local distributor or March Manufacturing direct to review your application before ordering a pump.
The following chemical pumps are a good place to start looking when pumping the chemical Acetic Acid:
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
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| Max Flow | 10 GPM | 33 LPM |
| Max Head | 20.5 FT | 4.5 M |
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| Max Flow | 14 GPM | 50 LPM |
| Max Head | 21.5 FT | 4.7 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
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| Max Flow | 17 GPM | 60 LPM |
| Max Head | 27 FT | 6 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
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| Max Flow | 30 GPM | 102 LPM |
| Max Head | 41 FT | 9 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
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| Max Flow | 38 GPM | 113.5 LPM |
| Max Head | 49 FT | 11 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
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| Max Flow | 53 GPM | 180 LPM |
| Max Head | 60 FT | 12.3 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
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| Max Flow | 82 GPM | 268 LPM |
| Max Head | 85 FT | 18 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
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| Max Flow | 120 GPM | 400 LPM |
| Max Head | 95 FT | 20 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
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| Max Flow | 200 GPM | 654 LPM |
| Max Head | 160 FT | 34.1 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
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| Max Flow | 12 GPM | 37.8 LPM |
| Max Head | 68 FT | 14.6 M |
Listing of March Pump Acetic Acid Distributors
Chemical Pumps for Acetic Acid
Acetic acid is a common chemical compound often used to develop acetates. Acetic acid can be used in the development of a wide-range of industrial materials including everyday items like paints and plastics, in addition to glues and other synthetics. With a relatively high boiling point, acetic acid is chemically written as CH3COOH.
When in its purest form, it is often referred to as Glacial, and it can be mildly corrosive while having no color and a somewhat strong odor. Acetic acid can be produced industrially.
While acetic acid dissolves in water, and does not react, it is still a mildly corrosive chemical that needs to be handled appropriately, particularly in industrial situations. Good chemical pump options for acetic acid can include the AC-3CP-MD Magnetic Drive Pump in addition to models like the TE-7.5K-MD Magnetic Drive Pump. March Pump asks clients to please contact our team of experts so that they may guide our clients toward the best-fit pump for their chemicals and challenges.
Low concentrations of acetic acid in the air (10ppm) are toxic, causing irritation to eyes, the skin, and the respiratory system. Higher concentrations can cause severe medical injuries. Acetic acid at above 90 percent concentration, especially at higher temperatures, is flammable.
Disclaimer: These are only some of the pumps that can handle these chemicals.
What Industries and Applications Handle Acetic Acid?
- Production of Synthetic Materials: Acetic acid is used as a precursor and solvent in the production of various synthetic materials, including different types of plastics and glues such as polyvinyl acetate, nylon, cellulose acetate, and dimethyl terephthalate. More than 50 percent of the worldwide annual production of acetic acid is used for synthetic material production.
- Vinegar: While on a worldwide scale, the amount of acetic acid used in vinegar is not large, this particular application of the chemical is by far the oldest and most widely known. Food industry vinegars typically have a 4 to 18 percent acetic acid concentration whereas table vinegar is usually more diluted (4 to 8 percent acetic acid).
- Wastewater Treatment: In waste water treatment processes, acetic acid can be added to neutralize the highly alkaline pH caused by caustic soda.
- Food industry – Acetic acid is a sour agent and an important ingredient in making food additives. The esters produced from acetic acid are often used as solvents when making inks, paints and other pigments.
Pumping Considerations for Acetic Acid
Although acetic acid is classified as a weak acid, it is capable of corroding and damaging many metals and non-metallic materials. Caution should therefore be taken when pumping acetic acid.
- Chemical resistance of the pump’s wet-side materials – For lower concentrations of acetic acid, stainless steel 304 and 316L can be used; however higher concentrations of the chemical require pump specifications that use non-metallic materials like polypropylene or PTFE in their wet-side.
- Containment with appropriate seals – The pump’s sealing system should avoid any mechanical working part coming into contact with acetic acid. A mag drive centrifugal pump which has an o-ring sealing system prevents any leakage and is more resistant to wear.
- Dosing– A peristaltic or metering pump offers an ideal way to accurately deliver the chemical into the system.
- Container emptying applications – An AODD diaphragm pump provides a flexible and economical way of emptying containers holding acetic acid. At higher concentrations, the pump should be made from 100% pure virgin PTFE material.
What are the Properties of Acetic Acid that Affect Which Pump Type and Material to Purchase?
While acetic acid is classified as a weak acid, especially higher concentrations are corrosive to many types of metals and non-metallic materials.
The prevailing concern when handling acetic acid is its containment from the surrounding equipment and workforce. The sealing system and the chemical resistance of the inner-side materials are the two aspects that determine the risk of a leak in containment. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid pumps with sealing systems that rely on mechanical parts, like those found on shaft-sealed pumps. Otherwise, the wear on the rotating shaft will gradually affect the seal and eventually the seal will fail and consequently cause a leak.
A single or collection of material/s may be rated for a higher temperature/s then the pump as a whole is capable of. It is important to contact a March representative to determine if the pump as a complete unit is suitable for the concentration and temperature of any chemical.
What Materials can Best Handle Acetic Acid?
Recommended materials for handling acetic acid include 316 SS, Polyproylene, Kynar and Ryton. An all 316SS Pump will be better at higher temperatures.
Finding the Right Acetic Acid Pump
March Pump offers a wide range of chemical pumps that are specifically designed to handle acetic acid. These pumps cover the whole range from 5 GPM to 200 GPM. However, the type of pump you choose greatly depends on the acid temperature, the concentration of the acid in use, its specific gravity and many other factors that should be considered before choosing a pump. While some types of pumps may seem appropriate for a particular application, economically, they may not be the most cost effective solution in the long run.
For further info, we strongly encourage you to contact the friendly March Pump support team and our experts will be happy to offer a solution specifically tailored for your requirements. Please give us a call or contact us online with any questions.
Why March Pumps are the Best Pumps to Transfer Acetic Acid
At March Pumps we carry specialized pumps that make the transfer of acetic acid easier. They are designed to withstand the difficult conditions that corrosive chemicals like acetic acid subject them to. Our American-made, high-grade centrifugal sealless magnetic drive pumps are made of materials such as Polypropylene or Kynar plastic to ensure the high performance and durability. Contact us to learn more about acetic acid pumps.