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Fluids Handling

THE I-DRIVE PUMP FROM MICHAEL SMITH ENGINEERING IS A SMALL PUMP PACKAGE DELIVERS BIG PERFORMANCE

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Micropumps innovative I-Drive electromagnetic drive has been developed to meet the increasing demands from OEM engineers and machine builders who require high performance components which deliver outstanding reliability and functionality, yet require less space.

Available in the UK through, liquids handling specialists MICHAEL SMITH ENGINEERS, the patented, compact design of the I-Drive pump includes a brushless DC motor with no moving parts and an electronic controller. These drives, when combined with Micropump pumpheads, deliver smooth pulse-less flows up to 5 lit/min at maximum differential pressures up to 5.6 bar.

Thanks to its variable speed operation and outstanding chemical capability, the I-Drive pump offers optimum design flexibility for a wide range of OEM liquids handling applications. The unit features Neodymium magnets to increase motor torque capability which reduce total unit size, while innovative surface mount technology improves reliability.

The variable speed electronic controller offers a 0-5 VDC input signal, a 4-20mA current loop, or a manually controlled drive with thermal and overload protection. Also, a closed loop speed control allows for quick and easy setting of speed. The simplicity of the built-in speed control and tachometer output enables easy integration into PLC or PC controlled machines or end-user installations.

The electromagnetic drive and static seals keep the pumped fluid securely inside the pump and potential external contaminants out, whilst providing smooth, accurate fluid delivery. The I-Drive is available with an extensive range of wetted material options to ensure compatibility with a wide range of chemicals, it is CE, LVD and EMC approved and the enclosure is IP55 rated.

Fore more information contact Michael Smith Engineers Ltd, Woking, Surrey.

Tel: FREEPHONE 0800 316 7891 Fax: 01483 723110

E-mail: info@michael-smith-engineers.co.uk This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Web: www.michael-smith-engineers.co.uk

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