Ibex 2-0017 Lobe Pump

Applications & Use Cases

• Transferring viscous food products such as sauces, creams, and purees.
• Handling delicate food items like fruit pieces or yoghurts without damage.
• Circulating brines, marinades, and other processing liquids.
• Dosing ingredients in batching and mixing operations.
• Unloading tankers or filling containers with food-grade liquids.

Typical Specifications

Typical flow rate

For this class of lobe pump, flow rates commonly range from 1,000 to 20,000 litres per hour, depending on product viscosity and pump speed.

Maximum pressure

Units of this type typically offer maximum operating pressures between 10 and 20 bar, suitable for various transfer duties.

Inlet/outlet connections

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

Motor power

Lobe pumps in this size range typically utilise motors from 0.75 kW to 5.5 kW, depending on the required flow and pressure.

Power supply

Most industrial lobe pumps operate on a 3-phase electrical supply, commonly 400V, 50Hz in the UK.

Construction material

Food-grade lobe pumps are universally constructed from stainless steel (typically 316L for wetted parts) to meet hygiene standards.

Seal type

Mechanical seals are commonly used, with options for single or double seals depending on the product and application.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What types of products are lobe pumps best suited for?

  Lobe pumps are ideal for handling viscous, shear-sensitive, and particulate-laden fluids due to their gentle pumping action and large pumping chambers.

• How do lobe pumps differ from centrifugal pumps?

• What maintenance is typically required for a lobe pump?

• Can this pump handle abrasive products?

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