Chemical Pumps for Hydrochloric Acid
Seeking a pump for the chemical Hydrochloric Acid (Muriatic Acid), March Pumps has many choices! From 5 GPM to 200 GPM, March Pumps has a pump for Hydrochloric Acid (Muriatic Acid) for any application. If pumping the chemical Hydrochloric Acid (Muriatic Acid) at room temperature, it is recommended to go with a centrifugal sealless magnetic drive chemical pump made up of Polypropylene or Kynar Plastic, Encapsulated Impeller, and Carbon or Mica Teflon Bushing.
Choosing a Hydrochloric Acid Industrial Pump
Hydrochloric acid is an extremely pungent solution of hydrogen chloride in water. It is a clear and colorless inorganic acid with a wide range of applications in different industries. It is naturally available in gastric acid. Historically it was called spirits of salt, muriatic acid, and acidum salis because it was made from green vitriol and rock salt and later from sulfuric acid and common salt. The chemical Hydrochloric Acid(Muriatic Acid) can also be heavy depending on the concentration and temperature. If the specific gravity is more than 1.1, a trimmed impeller is absolutely necessary to prevent decoupling or overloading the motor.
Higher concentrations and higher temperatures of the chemical Hydrochloric 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. Currently, 20 million tons of hydrochloric acid are produced annually on a global scale. It is used in the production of PVC plastic, polyurethane, household detergents and the food industry.
The following chemical pumps are a good place to start looking when pumping the chemical Hydrochloric Acid:
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
|---|---|---|
| Max Flow | 5 GPM | 18.5 LPM |
| Max Head | 13 FT | 2.7 M |
| System | US | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Max Flow | 6 GPM | 22.7 LPM |
| Max Head | 29 FT | 8.8 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
|---|---|---|
| Max Flow | 10 GPM | 33 LPM |
| Max Head | 20.5 FT | 4.5 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
|---|---|---|
| Max Flow | 10 GPM | 33 LPM |
| Max Head | 20.5 FT | 4.5 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
|---|---|---|
| Max Flow | 14 GPM | 50 LPM |
| Max Head | 21.5 FT | 4.7 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
|---|---|---|
| Max Flow | 14 GPM | 50 LPM |
| Max Head | 21.5 FT | 4.7 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
|---|---|---|
| Max Flow | 18 GPM | 60.5 LPM |
| Max Head | 29 FT | 6.3 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
|---|---|---|
| Max Flow | 18 GPM | 60.5 LPM |
| Max Head | 29 FT | 6.3 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
|---|---|---|
| Max Flow | 30 GPM | 102 LPM |
| Max Head | 41 FT | 9 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
|---|---|---|
| Max Flow | 30 GPM | 102 LPM |
| Max Head | 41 FT | 9 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
|---|---|---|
| Max Flow | 38 GPM | 113.5 LPM |
| Max Head | 49 FT | 11 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
|---|---|---|
| Max Flow | 53 GPM | 180 LPM |
| Max Head | 60 FT | 12.3 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
|---|---|---|
| Max Flow | 82 GPM | 268 LPM |
| Max Head | 85 FT | 18 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
|---|---|---|
| Max Flow | 82 GPM | 268 LPM |
| Max Head | 85 FT | 18 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
|---|---|---|
| Max Flow | 120 GPM | 400 LPM |
| Max Head | 95 FT | 20 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
|---|---|---|
| Max Flow | 120 GPM | 400 LPM |
| Max Head | 95 FT | 20 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
|---|---|---|
| Max Flow | 200 GPM | 654 LPM |
| Max Head | 160 FT | 34.1 M |
| Unit System | 60Hz | 50Hz |
|---|---|---|
| Max Flow | 3.3 GPM | 11.3 LPM |
| Max Head | 40 FT | 8.8 M |
Listing of March Pump Hydrochloric Acid Distributors
Chemical Pumps for Hydrochloric Acid
Hydrochloric Acid, chemically written as HCl, is a common compound that is very useful for a wide-range of applications. The same compound that actively works to break down the food that people digest, it is also used in making every day products like batteries, fertilizers, in addition to the production of other materials that we use daily.
March Pump is happy to offer the BC-3K-MD Magnetic Drive Pump with a maximum flow of 10 gallons per minute and a maximum head of 20.5 feet. The TE-5.5C-MD 1&3 Phase Magnetic Drive Pump is another great option with a maximum flow of 30 gallons per minute at 41 feet. March chemical pumps for hydrochloric acid can range from 3.3 gallons per minute all the way to 200 gallons per minute.
When looking for the right chemical pump for hydrochloric acid, consideration must be given to its application. The experts at March Pump have expert knowledge chemical pumps and processing to help guide clients toward the right pump for the job. With these extensive chemical pump offerings able to accommodate diverse chemicals, coupled with March’s team of chemical pump experts, clients can always find what they need for their specific business or industrial challenges.
Disclaimer: These are only some of the pumps that can handle these chemicals.
What Industries and Applications Handle Hydrochloric Acid?
The largest quantity of hydrochloric acid is used for steel pickling, oil well acidizing, in the production of calcium chloride, in the food industry and for ore processing. Following is a short description of some of these applications:
- Steel Pickling: Steel pickling is the process where scale and iron oxides are converted to a soluble compound to remove them from steel. Scenarios where products need to undergo further processing, such as wire production, tin mill products and coating of sheet and strip, require steel pickling.
- Oil Well Acidizing: To encourage and facilitate the flow of gas or crude oil to the well, hydrochloric acid is used to remove scale, rust, and unwanted carbonate deposits. This process is commonly called stimulation.
- Food Industry: Hydrochloric acid has many applications in the food industry. A major use is for the production of high fructose corn syrup (HFCS). Around 70 to 75 percent of the produced HFCS is used in the production of soft drinks. Hydrochloric acid is also used in the process of acidulating bones for the production of gelatin and as an acidifier for end products like vegetable juice, sauces and canned goods.
- Leather products: Tanneries use hydrochloric acid to regulate the leather’s pH level and stop the growth of bacteria on it.
- PVC material: In the chemical industry, hydrochloric acid is used for the large-scale manufacture of vinyl chloride, an important component of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) plastic.
- Household cleaning products: Hydrochloric acid is a popular choice for manufacturing household cleaners due to its bleaching and corrosive properties that help remove tough stains.
- Wastewater treatment: Hydrochloric acid emulsifies and breaks down oils and food waste, making it ideal for industrial wastewater treatment.
Pumping Considerations for Hydrochloric Acid
Hydrochloric acid is an extremely corrosive acid that can damage your pump if appropriate precautions are not taken during fluid transfer. When purchasing a hydrochloric acid chemical pump keep the following in mind:
- Use of non-metallic wet-side materials – High hydrochloric acid concentration is capable of damaging materials made from aluminum, cast iron, and even in some instances, stainless steel. Pump specifications should avoid such metals and instead use alternatives like Hastelloy and Titanium.
- Pump specification – Pumps handling a large flow rate should have no mechanical seals coming into contact with the fluid.
- Non-metallic mag drive pumps are the best option due to their excellent containment properties.
- Air-operated double diaphragm (AODD) pumps can also be considered where smaller volumes of fluid are being transferred.
- Peristaltic pump – Where the fluid being transferred is more viscous using a peristaltic pump is recommended.
- Contained handling – To avoid workforce exposure to hydrochloric acid pump leakages or chemical spills, contained handling is highly advised.
- Hypochlorite dosing – A tube pump, metering pump, or peristaltic hose can be used to deliver a predetermined quantity of chemical that doesn’t damage your pump and pipe installations.
What Pumps Can Manage Hydrochloric Acid and at What Temperature and Viscosity?
For pumping hydrochloric acid at room temperature, it is best to choose a centrifugal sealless magnetic drive pump made with Kynar Plastic or Polypropylene, with an encapsulated impeller, and Mica Teflon or Carbon Bushing.
Depending on the concentration and temperature, hydrochloric acid can be heavy. In cases where the specific gravity is above 1.1, using a trimmed impeller is strongly recommended to prevent decoupling or overloading the motor.
Figure 1: Hydrochloric Acid Concentration and Pump Materials
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.
Finding the Right Hydrochloric Acid Pump
At March Pump, we offer chemical pumps that are specifically designed to handle hydrochloric acid ranging from 5 GPM to 200 GPM. However, your pump selection greatly depends on the acid temperature, the concentration of the acid in use, its specific gravity and many other factors to take into consideration before choosing a pump. For example, with hydrochloric acid, if the fluid or pump has a presence of oxidizing contaminants, it can negatively affect the pump’s resistance to corrosion. So, while some types of pumps may seem appropriate for a particular application, they may not be the most cost effective solution or may even be dangerous to personnel.
Please contact the friendly March Pump support team for assistance with selecting a hydrochloric acid pump to meet the needs of your specific application and requirements.
Why March Pumps are the Best Pumps to transfer Hydrochloric Acid
At March Pump we stock hydrochloric acid chemical pumps that can withstand the difficult conditions that these toxic chemicals subject them to. Our USA-made, high-grade centrifugal and sealless magnetic drive pumps are made of Polypropylene or Kynar plastic. These superior materials guarantee the high performance and durability of your hydrochloric acid pump. Contact us to learn more about hydrochloric acid pumps.
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