Blagdon B40 metallic air-operated diaphragm pump for medium-duty industrial use
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Blagdon B40 Metallic AODD Pump for industrial chemical and process fluid transfer

Blagdon B40 Metallic AODD Pump

The Blagdon B40 Metallic air-operated double diaphragm (AODD) pump is designed for reliable transfer of chemicals, process fluids and industrial liquids where durable metallic construction and dependable operation are required.

With a maximum delivery of up to 320 litres per minute (85 gal/min) and working pressure up to 8.6 bar (125 PSI), the B40 provides dependable fluid transfer while handling suspended particles up to 6 mm.

The B40 features a self-priming design, high-quality investment cast construction, bolted assembly and a proven pneumatic air valve system. Its robust design and 1½-inch fluid connections make it suitable for a wide range of industrial fluid-transfer duties.

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Maximum Delivery 320 ltrs/min (85 gal/min)
Max. Working Pressure 8.6 bar (125 PSI)
Max. Solid Particle Size 6 mm (0.24″)
Air Inlet 3/8″ NPT
Temperature Limits Determined by elastomers
Suction Lift (Dry) 6.1 metres (20 feet)
Suction Lift (Wet) 7.6 metres (24.9 feet)
Fluid Inlet / Outlet 1 1/2″ BSP / NPT
Installation Surface mounted
Accessories Included Exhaust Air Silencer
Shipping Weight 22 kg (48.5 lbs) – Aluminium
36 kg (79.4 lbs) – Stainless Steel / Aluminium
46 kg (101.4 lbs) – Stainless Steel
46 kg (101.4 lbs) – Stainless Steel / Cast Iron
51.4 kg (113.3 lbs) – Cast Iron / Aluminium
61 kg (134.5 lbs) – Cast Iron
Shipping Dimensions 500 x 350 x 600 mm
19.7″ x 13.8″ x 23.6″

Blagdon B40 Metallic AODD Pump general assembly drawing

General Assembly
All dimensions +/- 3 mm
Drawing shows aluminium and cast iron versions only.

Blagdon B40 Metallic AODD Pump performance curve

Performance determined using flooded suction while pumping clean water through a calibrated electronic flow meter with pulsation dampener and silencer fitted.

Blagdon B40 / X40 Aluminium Service & Operating Manual


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Blagdon B40 Stainless Steel Datasheet


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Blagdon B40 Aluminium Datasheet


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Blagdon B40 / X40 Stainless Steel Service & Operating Manual


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