The side channel pump is a unique pumping technology. Since the impeller makes regenerative passes through the liquid, it is similar to a regenerative turbine. However, the actual design of the impeller and casing and the principles of operation differ greatly. Unlike other pump designs, the side channel pump can accommodate the transfer of liquid and gas mixtures with up to 50% entrained gas. This feature greater reduces the possibility air or vapor locking that can occur in other pump designs. A special suction impeller lowers the NPSH requirement for the pump. Corken offers several models of side channel pumps for wide range of differential pressures and capacities. Side channel pumps are available with mechanical seal or sealless (magnetic drive) option.

Side channel pumps perform well in high differential pressure applications like carrousel filling stations, autogas filling stations that use below ground tanks, aerosol filling stations, and boiler feed. Suitable for propane, butane, ammonia, water, refrigerants, and many more.

To find a Corken side channel pump for your application, select from one of the product groups listed below.

SC-Model Side Channel Pump

  • Mechanically sealed design
  • Available with several seal types and a wide variety of seal face/seal seat materials
  • Ideal for low net positive suction head (NPSH) applications
  • Available with ANSI or DIN flange connections only
  • Single or double seals available

 

Operating Specifications

  • Flow rates up to 185 gpm (700 l/min)
  • Working pressures up to 580 psi (40 bar)
  • Differential pressures up to 250 psi (17.2 bar)
  • Temperature range: -40 to 428 °F (-40 to 220 °C)
  • Viscosities up to 1,050 SSU (230 cSt)

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SCM-Model Side Channel Pump

  • Utilizes a magnetic drive configuration so no mechanical seals are required
  • Wide variety of magnetic coupling sizes
  • Ideal for low net positive suction head (NPSH) applications
  • Recommended for pumping hazardous, toxic, foul smelling or other difficult-to-seal thin liquids
  • Available with ANSI or DIN flange connections only

 

Operating Specifications

  • Flow rates up to 114 gpm (431 l/min)
  • Working pressures up to 580 psi (40 bar)
  • Differential pressures up to 250 psi (17.2 bar)
  • Temperature range: -40 to 428 °F (-40 to 200 °C)
  • Viscosities up to 1,050 SSU (230 cSt)

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