A peristaltic pump, also commonly known as a roller pump, is a type of positive displacement pump used for pumping a variety of fluids. The fluid is contained within a flexible tube fitted inside a circular pump casing (though linear peristaltic pumps have been made). A rotor with a number of "rollers", "shoes", "wipers", or "lobes" attached to the external circumference of the rotor compresses the flexible tube. As the rotor turns, the part of the tube under compression is pinched closed (or "occludes") thus forcing the fluid to be pumped to move through the tube. Additionally, as the tube opens to its natural state after the passing of the cam ("restitution" or "resilience") fluid flow is induced to the pump. This process is called peristalsis. Typically, there will be two or more rollers, or wipers, occluding the tube, trapping between them a body of fluid. The body of fluid is then transported, at ambient pressure, toward the pump outlet. Peristaltic pumps may run continuously, or they may be indexed through partial revolutions to deliver smaller amounts of fluid.
Specifications
Model | P04M |
Electrical requirements |
110V-230V, with auto intelligent voltage recognition 50/60Hz, 1-Phase 22 watts |
Power cord | 110V US 3-prong (comes with purchase) 230V cord (available upon request) |
Pumping rate |
0.4L/min |
Max. rotation speed | 100 rpm (at 0.1 rpm step) |
Pump head |
Y15 |
Max. tubing size |
1/2" |
Controller |
Type: analog |
Working temperature | 0 to 40°C, < 80% humidity |
IP rating |
IP31 |
Communication port | Included: Remote on/off switch Optional: RS485, 0-5V, 0-10V, 4-20mA input. PLC control of pump's start, stop, speed and rotation directions. |
Unit/shipping dimensions (WxDxH) |
6 x 12 x 7.5" / 10 x 15 x 10" |
Unit/shipping weight |
10 Lbs |
Compliance |
ETL tested to UL and CSA standards |
Warranty | One year |