lead forensics image

DT Active Pulsation Dampener Troubleshooting

Having trouble with your Active Pulsation Dampener? Our comprehensive guide will help you get up and running in no time.

Active Pulsation Dampener

Tapflo’s DT Active Pulsation Dampener has been designed to fit to our Air Operated Diaphragm Pumps to reduce the pulsations in the output.

Possible Faults

What are the main problems and possible faults when using a dampener?

Problem Possible Fault Possible Solution
The dampener doesn’t work The air pressure is too low Check if the set pressure is equal to the set pressure of the pump
The air connection is blocked Check/clean air supply connection
Muffler is blocked Check/clean/replace muffler
Dirt in the diaphragm chamber Remove debris from the chamber
Diaphragm breakdown Replace diaphragm
Liquid leaks from the dampener Screws on the housing are not properly tightened Check tightening torques
Damaged diaphragm Check/replace diaphragm
Tension/stress from the installation Adjust installation, eliminate stress & provide separate support for dampener
Liquid leaks from the muffler Diaphragm breakdown Replace diaphragm
Diaphragm Breakdown Wrong materials selected Contact us with detailed chemical composition of the product
System pressure is too high Use air treatment system to protect
Suction pressure is too high Make sure there is a pressure balance between the air and liquid side of the diaphragm

Written by

Edward Shaw

| Technical Manager

Edward Shaw is Technical Manager at Tapflo Pumps UK, with 19 years of experience delivering technical pump solutions across the Oil & Gas, Industrial, Marine and Food & Beverage sectors. He specialises in customised pump engineering, applying in-depth process knowledge to improve efficiency, reliability, and lifecycle performance for demanding industrial applications.

Latest Articles

This photo is of a person in safety goggles and a mask lifting up a vile
Blog
|
4 min

Diaphragm Pump Materials & Chemical Compatibility

READ MORE
A photo of Sanitary Diaphragm Pumps
Blog
|
6 min

How to Choose a Diaphragm Pump: Buying Guide

READ MORE
aseptic EHEDG diaphragm pumps on a palette
Blog
|
4 min

Diaphragm Pump Common Applications and Industries

READ MORE
This is a photo of bottles on a production line
Blog
|
6 min

Peristaltic Pumps for Hygienic Applications

READ MORE