HDF3 and HDF4 Metallic 3″ (80 mm) and 4″ (100 mm) AODD – Flap Valve Pumps

SANDPIPER Heavy-Duty Flap Valve AODD Pumps

SANDPIPER has your pumping solution for fluids containing up to 3″/4″ line-size solids!

The SANDPIPER HDF3 and HDF4 heavy-duty flap valve pumps have a proven design that solves the most common challenges in sump applications, mine dewatering and any liquid application involving solids.

These air-operated double-diaphragm (AODD) pumps are recommended for abrasive slurries, suspended and non-suspended solids and up to 3″/4″ line-size solids. The heavy-duty flap valve pumps are configured with bottom discharge porting to provide superior suction lift and prevent settling solids from shortening pump life.

Designed for Tough Applications and Maximum Efficiency

HDF3 and HDF4 pumps are thick wall-constructed of sand-casted aluminum, cast iron and stainless steel with elastomer and TPE (thermoplastic elastomer) diaphragms and check valves.

HDF3 and HDF4 pump designs have recently been optimized for performance as part of the SANDPIPER Evolution portfolio improvement. These efficient pumps experienced a 19% flow rate increase, with a new maximum flow rate of up to 310 gpm (1,173 lpm).

Key Advantages

  • Line-size solids handling
    Flap valve versus ball valve pumps
    • Flap check valve pumps: A large flow area allows up to 3″/4″ line-size solids to pass directly through the pump. Additionally, bottom discharge porting allows settling solids to pass through the pump and not settle inside the pumping chamber, preventing damage and premature wear.
    • Ball check valve pumps: Much less flow area for solids to pass through. Large solids get stuck in the suction manifold and small solids can settle in the outer chamber–both issues affect pump performance.
  • Superior suction lift
    Flap valve versus ball valve pumps
    • Suction lift advantage: SANDPIPER’s flap valve design provides superior suction lift capabilities up to 24 ft in water. Diaphragm placement and flap valve seating combine to create a unit capable of suction lifts 15% greater than ball valve pumps.
    • Dry prime: These capabilities are from a dry prime, making the SANDPIPER flap valve pump an excellent solution for situations where limited choices are available for pump priming.

Specifications

Port Size
HDF3
HDF4
3″ 150# ANSI Flange
4″ 150# ANSI Flange
Capacity
Aluminum
Cast Iron
0 to 310 gpm (1173 lpm)
0 to 303 gpm (1147 lpm)
Air Distribution Valve No-lube, no-stall design
Solids-Handling Up to nearly 3″ (75 mm)
Heads Up To 125 psi or 289 ft. of water (8.6 bar or 88 meters)
Displacement/Stroke
Aluminum
Cast Iron
1.60 gallons (6.08 liters)
1.15 gallons (4.37 liters)
Max Operating Pressure 125 psi (8.6 bar)
Shipping Weight
Aluminum
Cast Iron
245 lbs (110 kg)
390 lbs (176 kg)

Performance

3″ HDF3 & 4″ HDF4 Cast Iron