Sulphuric acid pump application: How to pump additives containing sulphuric acid

Sulphuric acid pump application: How to pump additives containing sulphuric acid

Paints, lacquers and additives are commonly used in plastics, marine and automotive industries. Several secret additives are used for the production of component fluid parts, such as thinners and binders. Additives are used to strengthen or modify the basic paint mass, for the processing of limestone and distempers, for making transparent coatings and for marine applications in order to increase the adhesive zone.

A common fluid used within this process is sulphuric acid, which is used as a reagent in the synthesis of pigments for paint. In its most pure state, sulphuric acid is highly corrosive to metals and cellular tissue: attributed to the strong acidic nature of the substance, as well as the dehydrating and oxidising effects.

Due to the corrosive nature of the acid, it’s important that a reliable sulphuric acid pump is offered. Essential characteristics for this type of sulphuric acid pumping is a non-wearing working principle and leak-free operation.

Global Pumps would advise the use of a Verderair Diaphragm Pump or Techniflo magnetic drive pumps in PVDF/PTFE materials, a solid design and reliable construction allow for a durable and robust pumping system.

The Techniflo mag-drive pump offers reliability, with flows up to 300 m3/hr and heads up to 100 m. There are over 50 pump sizes available through Global Pumps - so there’s a sulphuric acid pump suitable for however many additives you need to pump.

For more information on Global Pumps’ range of Verderair AOD pumps or Techniflo Drum Pumps, speak to an expert. With over 40 years distributing and supplying a variety of pumps, our team can advise of best practice and ensure you’re operating efficiently and economically.