
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.
Not sure which B40 configuration is suitable for your application? ABS Engineering can help review your required flow, fluid properties, viscosity, chemical compatibility, temperature, solids size and operating conditions.
| 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″ |

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

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
Blagdon B40 Stainless Steel Datasheet
Blagdon B40 Aluminium Datasheet
Blagdon B40 / X40 Stainless Steel Service & Operating Manual
Need a dependable 1 1/2″ metallic AODD pump for chemical or industrial fluid transfer?
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