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KZNMD Series Maximum-Duty Submersible Slurry Pumps Information

Features & Benefits

The KZN MAXDuty™ Series is engineered to provide maximum durability and extended service life in abrasive slurry applications. The use of high-chrome materials across key wear components ensures long-lasting performance even in severe operating conditions.

The split-case volute design allows easier access to internal components, reducing maintenance time and improving service efficiency.

Construction and Operational Design

KZN MAXDuty™ pumps are constructed using Class 30 ductile iron with hardened ductile iron volutes. Critical wear components—including the impeller, wear plate, agitator, and volute—are manufactured from high chrome iron for maximum abrasion resistance.

The semi-open impeller design allows solids to pass through efficiently while reducing clogging in high-density slurry applications.

A heavy-duty agitator continuously mixes settled solids, improving pump efficiency and reducing sediment buildup.

Seal and Protection System

The pumps utilize a dual mechanical seal system with silicon carbide faces, housed in an oil-filled seal chamber to provide cooling and lubrication. This design ensures long-lasting protection against abrasive intrusion.

Motor protection includes thermal and amperage overload safeguards, while the optional Seal Minder® system provides early detection of moisture intrusion, helping prevent catastrophic seal failure.

Design Characteristics

Hydraulic Design: Semi-open impeller for abrasive slurry handling

Abrasion Resistance: 28% high-chrome components throughout wear areas

Agitator System: Heavy-duty agitator for solids suspension

Seal System: Double mechanical seal with silicon carbide faces

Materials of Construction: Class 30 ductile iron with hardened volute

Solids Handling: Up to approximately 1 inch

Motor Design: 4-pole motor (~1750 RPM) with Class H insulation

Protection Features: Thermal overload protection with optional Seal Minder®

Serviceability: Patented split-case volute for simplified maintenance

Technical Summary

Power Range: 5 HP to 10 HP

Flow Capacity: Up to ~625 GPM

Head Range: Up to ~68 ft

Solids Handling: Up to ~1 inch

Temperature Capability: Up to 104°F (40°C)

Motor Speed: ~1750 RPM

Typical Services & Ideal Applications

The KZN MAXDuty™ Series is designed for extreme-duty slurry handling where abrasion is a primary concern. These pumps are commonly used in mining, steel production, ash handling, sand and gravel operations, and other industrial processes involving high wear materials.

Their rugged construction and maintenance-friendly design make them ideal for applications requiring maximum uptime and lowest lifecycle cost.