Vane Pump
The MK FLOW Vane Pump is a positive displacement rotary pump designed for handling low-to-medium viscosity fluids with precision, efficiency, and quiet operation. It is especially effective for applications requiring constant flow at varying pressures, making it ideal for fuel transfer, lubrication systems, solvents, and hydraulic equipment.
Vane pumps are known for their self-priming capability, low noise, and smooth, pulsation-free flow.
⚙️ Working Principle
In a vane pump, a rotor is mounted eccentrically inside a cavity. The rotor has sliding vanes that move radially in and out due to centrifugal force or spring action. As the rotor turns, the volume between the vanes changes, creating suction at the inlet and compression at the outlet, which moves the fluid efficiently from suction to discharge.
📊 Technical Data
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Pump Type | Rotary Positive Displacement – Sliding Vane Type |
| Flow Rate (Q) | Up to 100 m³/h |
| Pressure Range | Up to 15 bar (High-pressure models available) |
| Viscosity Range | 1 to 5,000 cSt |
| Temperature Range | -10°C to +180°C |
| Speed Range | 500 to 1800 RPM |
| Self-Priming | Yes, up to 4 meters |
| Seal Type | Mechanical Seal / Lip Seal / Gland Packing |
| Mounting | Horizontal / Baseplate / Flange |
| Direction of Rotation | Clockwise / Counterclockwise (reversible options available) |
🔩 Material of Construction (MOC)
| Component | Material Options |
|---|---|
| Casing | Cast Iron / Stainless Steel / Ductile Iron |
| Rotor | Alloy Steel / SS304 / SS316 |
| Vanes | Carbon Graphite / Polymer / Composite Materials |
| Shaft | High-Grade Alloy Steel / Stainless Steel |
| Seals | Viton / Nitrile / PTFE / Mechanical Seal |
| Bearings | Ball / Roller Type |
🏭 Applications
- Fuel Transfer Systems – Petrol, diesel, biodiesel, kerosene
- Lubrication Systems – Gear oils, lube oils, synthetic oils
- Solvent & Chemical Transfer – Alcohols, esters, and light chemicals
- Hydraulic Applications – Mobile and industrial hydraulic circuits
- Ink, Paint, and Coating Transfer – Viscous and shear-sensitive liquids
- Marine & Aviation Refueling – Compact and reliable operation
✅ Conclusion
The MK FLOW Vane Pump offers quiet, reliable, and accurate pumping for a wide range of low-to-medium viscosity fluids. Its self-priming nature, excellent volumetric efficiency, and compact design make it ideal for critical industrial, commercial, and mobile applications where precision and dependability are essential.