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ATEX PTFE Diaphragm Pump
ATEX Plastic Diaphragm Pump in HDPE/PTFE
ATEX HDPE Diaphragm Pump
ATEX HDPE Diaphragm Pump
ATEX Diaphragm Pump with Dampener
A picture of our ATEX HDPE/PTFE Diaphragm Pump with built on Pulsation Dampener
ATEX Plastic Diaphragm Pump in HDPE/PTFE
PTFE
ATEX HDPE Diaphragm Pump
HDPE
A picture of our ATEX HDPE/PTFE Diaphragm Pump with built on Pulsation Dampener
Pulsation Dampener
See Technical Data |
Model Max Capacity (L/min) Connections BSP inv.
TXR09 11 1/4"
TXR20 24 3/8"
TX50 60 1/2"
TX100 125 1"
TX200 330 1 1/2"
TX400 570 2"
TX800 820 3"

FAQs

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What Makes this Pump ATEX-Compliant?

Built in accordance with ATEX Directive 2014/34/EU (ATEX 114), our ATEX HDPE/PTFE Diaphragm Pumps are designed using conductive, carbon-filled HDPE or PTFE which prevents electrostatic build-up. Additionally, these pumps include grounding points (earthing lugs) for safe installation.
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What is the Official ATEX Classification for these Pumps?

Our ATEX-Rated Plastic Pumps are classified as the TX Series being suited to Zone 1, and our TZ Series being suited to Zone 0.
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What is the Difference Between the TX and TZ Series?

The TX Series, designed for Zone 1, is suitable for general industry processes with solvent or gas vapours, while the TZ Series, designed for Zone 0, is ideal for critical applications where the pump may be submerged in hazardous liquids or vapour zones.
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What are the Benefits of Conductive HDPE/PTFE Materials?

While preventing electrostatic charge build up, these pumps are also chemically resistant to acids, alkalis and solvents, allowing use in environments where metallic pumps may corrode.
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Are there Differences in Zone Classification for Metal Diaphragm Pumps?

Yes. Aluminium and Cast Iron Diaphragm Pumps are ATEX-approved for Zone 1, while standard Stainless Steel is not ATEX-compliant by default. Special conductive Stainless Steel variants (TX and TZ Series) can be certified for use in Zone 1 and Zone 0.
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What are Common Applications for ATEX Plastic Diaphragm Pumps?

These pumps are perfect for processes involving solvents, alcohols, and flammable chemicals, pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals, coating, ink and pigment manufacturing, as well as high purity or corrosive fluid transfer in hazardous areas.
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What Capacity & Pressure Can these Pumps Handle?

Maximum flow rates up to 820 l/min (model dependant), with maximum discharge pressures of up to 8 Bar.
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Are all Parts of the Pump ATEX-Approved?

Yes. All plastic components used are made from carbon-filled conductive HDPE or PTFE, with the air valve, diaphragms, and centre housing all ATEX-compliant. Additionally, a grounding connection is always provided and must be installed for safe operation.

ATEX HDPE/PTFE Diaphragm Pump

Our ATEX Diaphragm Pump in HDPE & PTFE is manufactured from solid block conductive (carbon-filled) plastic, making it well-suited for use within equipment group IIG (gas), Cat 2 (Zone 1) and Zone 0. These pumps feature the same solid block design of the standard Plastic Diaphragm Pumps in our range, with diaphragms available in PTFE (with conductive back) or EPDM (conductive). This self-priming pump, capable of handling solids up to 100mm and viscosities up to 200 cSt, ensures optimal protection in ATEX Zones 0, 1 and 2.

Typical applications for our ATEX Diaphragm Pump:

  • Flammable Materials
  • Transfer of Alcohol
  • Transfer of Solvents
  • Hazardous Chemicals
  • Fuels
Overview

Our TX ATEX Diaphragm Pump is constructed from conductive (carbon filled) plastic, HDPE or PTFE and can be supplied for use within Equipment group IIG (gas), Cat 2 (Zone 1). The conductive material ensures that no electrostatic loads will accumulate within the pump. The conductive pigments in the material reduce the surface resistance to less than 105 W. The pigments cause the black colouring but do not affect the chemical resistance of the thermoplastics that the pump is made from.

The TX ATEX Pump has diaphragms in PTFE (with conductive back) or EPDM (conductive). An earth connection is mounted on the pump, for earthing of electrostatic loads. The TX variant can be supplied across all sizes of Tapflo’s AOD Pumps.

Our TZ ATEX Pump covers ATEX Zone 0. This is available across the full Tapflo ATEX AOD range for use in continuously high-risk environments.

  • CAT 1 (zone 0), flammable material present continuously or for long periods
  • CAT 2 (zone 1), flammable material present occasionally in normal operation
  • CAT 3 (zone 2), flammable material present in abnormal conditions for short periods
Features & Benefits
  • Flows up to 820 l/min
  • Pressures up to 160m
  • Self-priming
  • Solids handling up to 100mm
  • Viscosity up to 200 cSt
  • Can be supplied with a built-on dampener
  • Solid block design, reducing the risk of leakages
  • Clean-face, no-nut diaphragms
  • ATEX Zones 0, 1 and 2
  • Earth connection mounted onto the pump, ensuring the earthing of electrostatic loads
  • ATEX-variant can be supplied across all AODD pump sizes
Specifications
Data Pump Size
9 20 50 100 200 400 800
*Max Capacity (l/min) 11 24 60 125 330 570 820
**Volume per Stroke (ml) 15 26 116 305 854 2326 5240
Max Discharge Pressure (Bar) 8 8 8 8 8 8 8
Max Air Pressure (Bar) 8 8 8 8 8 8 8
****Max Suction Lift Dry (m) 1.6 2.4 4 3.5 4 4 5
Max Suction Lift Wet (m) 8 8 9 9 9 9 9
Max Size of Solids (ø in mm) 2 3 4 6 10 15 15
Max Temperature in PE (°C) 70 70 70 70 70 70 70
Max Temperature in PTFE (°C) 100 100 100 100 100 100
Weight
Standard Model in PE (kg) 0.75 1.6 4.3 10 25 47 147
Standard Model in PTFE (kg) 1.35 3.15 9 17 47 87
Drum Pump Model TD in PE (kg) 2.4 4.7 10.5
Drum Pump Model TD in PTFE (kg) 3.9 9.4 17.5
Filter Press Model TF in PE (kg) 8 21.6 30 70
Material of Components
Pump Housing & All Wetted Thermoplastic Details HDPE, HDPE Conductive, PTFE, PTFE Conductive HDPE, HDPE Conductive
Centre Block (not wetted) PP, HDPE Conductive, Aluminium
Diaphragms PTFE, FKM PTFE, PTFE 1705B, EPDM. NBR, FKM
Valve Balls PTFE, EPDM< NBR, AISI 316L***, PU, Ceramic,***, FKM
Rod Valves (TR9 & TR20) HDPE, PTFE
Air Valve Body: Brass (standard), Stainless Steel AISI 316L or PET

O-Rings: NBR (standard), EPDM or FKM

O-Rings (wetted) PTFE, EPDM, FKM, FEP/FKM
Housing Pin Screws Stainless Steel
Diaphragm Shaft  Stainless Steel AISI 316L (TR9, TR20, T800)/304L (T50 – T400)
Drum Handle (TD Models) Stainless Steel AISI 316L
Reinforcement Plates (TF Models) Stainless Steel AISI 304

 

Variations

The TK Series Pulsation Dampeners are designed for seamless integration with all our Plastic and Aluminium Air Operated Diaphragm Pumps.

  • Available for all Tapflo plastic AODD Pumps and their ATEX-rated variants
  • Available for all Tapflo Aluminium AODD Pumps
  • As the dampener block is constructed from solid aluminium, the TK series for Aluminium Diaphragm Pumps is ATEX-rated as standard