SLURRY PUMPS

Slurry Pumps Designed for Abrasive Materials

Slurry is different from ordinary water because it can contain sand, soil, mineral particles, and other solid materials. These particles can create significant wear and erosion inside a pump.

Patni Pumps' submersible electrical slurry pumps are designed with 27% high-chrome wet-end components, helping improve resistance to abrasive wear and supporting longer service life in demanding slurry-handling conditions.

The submersible configuration also allows the pump to operate directly at the pumping location, making it suitable for applications where slurry needs to be moved from pits, sumps, excavation areas, or other collection points.

Our Submersible Slurry Pump Range

SPSL53S – 5 to 15 HP

The SPSL53S range is designed for heavy-duty slurry pumping requirements in the lower-to-mid power range. The available models cover 5 HP, 7.5 HP, 10 HP, and 15 HP configurations, providing flexibility when selecting a pump according to the required capacity and discharge arrangement.

SPSL206S – 20 to 50 HP

For higher-capacity and more demanding applications, the SPSL206S range covers 20 HP, 30 HP, and 50 HP configurations. Depending on the model, the range can handle solids from approximately 38 mm to 60 mm, with outlet sizes available from 6-inch to 8-inch.

This range is particularly useful where slurry characteristics, solids content, pumping distance, and overall duty require a more robust pump configuration.

Key Features of PATNI PUMPS Slurry Pumps

• 27% high-chrome wet-end components for improved abrasion resistance
• Submersible electrical design for direct installation at the pumping location
• Heavy-duty construction for demanding slurry applications
• Multiple HP configurations for different pumping requirements
• Capability to handle substantial solid particles, depending on model
• Water-cooled motor design on the SPSL206S range
• 3-phase, 415 V configurations across the listed SPSL206S models
• Available outlet configurations including 6-inch and 8-inch options

Applications of Submersible Slurry Pumps

Submersible slurry pumps can be used where abrasive solids need to be continuously transported along with liquid. Typical applications include:

• Mining and mineral handling
• Construction and excavation projects
• Cement and infrastructure projects
• Industrial slurry transfer
• Slurry collection pits and sumps
• Heavy-duty material pumping operations

The correct pump should always be selected according to the slurry composition, particle size, required flow rate, pumping head, discharge size, and operating environment.

How to Select the Right Slurry Pump

Choosing a slurry pump only by horsepower can result in poor performance or unnecessary operating costs. The selection should consider:

Slurry characteristics: Determine the type, concentration, and abrasiveness of the solids.

Particle size: Check the maximum solid size that needs to pass through the pump.

Flow requirement: Identify the required discharge in litres per minute or another suitable flow unit.

Total head: Calculate the vertical lift and system resistance that the pump must overcome.

Discharge connection: Select the outlet size according to the existing pipeline and required flow.

Operating conditions: Consider temperature, installation depth, operating hours, and site conditions.

Why Choose PATNI PUMPS?

PATNI PUMPS provides access to a range of industrial pumping solutions, including submersible slurry pumps for demanding applications. The current slurry range combines different horsepower configurations with wear-resistant wet-end construction, allowing customers to select equipment according to their specific pumping requirements.

With options ranging from 5 HP to 150 HP, Patni Pumps can help customers identify a suitable slurry pump based on application requirements rather than relying on horsepower alone.