Alfa Laval SX2-013 Lobe Pump

Applications & Use Cases

• Transferring viscous food products such as sauces, creams, and yoghurts.
• Handling delicate products like fruit pieces or curds without damage.
• Circulating brines, oils, and other processing liquids.
• Metering ingredients in batching and blending operations.
• Filling applications for various food and beverage products.

Typical Specifications

Typical capacity

For this class of lobe pump, capacities typically range from a few hundred to several thousand litres per hour, depending on product viscosity and motor speed.

Power supply

Units of this type commonly utilise a 3-phase electrical supply, with motor power typically between 0.37 kW and 2.2 kW for smaller models.

Inlet/Outlet connections

Commonly found with hygienic connections such as 50mm (2-inch) clamp or threaded ports, suitable for food-grade piping.

Materials of construction

Typically manufactured from 316L stainless steel for wetted parts, ensuring hygiene and corrosion resistance in food processing environments.

Operating temperature

Designed to handle product temperatures typically ranging from -10°C to +100°C, with some models capable of higher temperatures for CIP.

Pressure rating

Lobe pumps of this size commonly operate at discharge pressures up to 10-15 bar, suitable for transferring viscous products over moderate distances.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of products are best suited for a lobe pump?

  Lobe pumps excel at handling viscous, shear-sensitive, and particulate-laden products. They provide a gentle pumping action, minimising product degradation.

• Is this pump suitable for Clean-In-Place (CIP) systems?

• What maintenance is typically required for a lobe pump?

• How does a lobe pump differ from a centrifugal pump?

• Can this pump handle abrasive products?