Argal Self-Priming Pumps

Argal manufactures specialized self‑priming pumps designed for heavy, corrosive, and high‑density liquids. Their two main ranges are the ELK peripheral self‑priming pumps and the RHINO mag‑drive self‑priming turbopumps, both engineered for rapid priming and reliable operation in chemical, wastewater, and industrial applications.

Category: Self-Priming Pumps

Description

The Argal Self‑Priming Pump range combines rapid priming capability with robust chemical resistance, making it ideal for transferring corrosive, high‑density, or hazardous liquids across industrial and environmental applications. Available in the ELK peripheral self‑priming series and the RHINO mag‑drive turbopump series, these pumps are engineered in polypropylene, PVDF, or E‑CTFE reinforced with carbon fiber to ensure durability and safety. With features such as reversible flow, suction lifts up to –6 m, and ATEX Zone 1 compliance options, Argal’s self‑priming pumps deliver reliable performance in chemical processing, wastewater treatment, seawater handling, and other demanding operations.

ARGAL self-priming pumps offer benefits that overcome the limits of traditional self-priming pumps:

2 self-priming models available: ELK (TMA G1) and RHINO (TMA G2)
Close-coupled version
Magnetic-driven version
Upon request: ATEX Zone 1 (IIB G2 Ex h T4 Gb X | IIB D2 Ex h T135°C Db X)
3 motor executions according to the liquid specific gravity: “N” standard – 1,1 ; “P” powered – 1,35 ; “S” superpowered – 1,8
Capacities up to 17m3/h
Materials available: PP – E-TFE
Fast priming time
Extended suction lift capacity
For heavy liquids and liquids with vapor

Chemical industry (acids, cleaning solutions, inks)
Agriculture (fertilizers, acids)
Water and wastewater treatments
Automotive
Power plants
Pulp and paper

Rapid priming capability: Both ELK and RHINO pumps achieve suction lifts quickly (up to –5 m for ELK, –6 m for RHINO), reducing downtime compared to conventional self‑priming designs.
Chemical resistance: Built in polypropylene (PP), PVDF, or E‑CTFE reinforced with carbon fiber, they withstand strong acids, caustics, brine, and seawater.
Versatile applications: Suitable for wastewater treatment, seawater handling, chemical transfer, automotive wash water, and food/pharma filtration.
Reversible flow option: ELK pumps allow flow reversal simply by changing motor rotation, adding flexibility for transfer operations.
Safety compliance: RHINO series offers ATEX Zone 1 certification with conductive resin liners, enabling safe use in explosive atmospheres.
Durability & reliability: Reinforced bushings and corrosion‑resistant materials ensure long service life even with high‑density or abrasive liquids.

Download Argal Self-Priming RHINO/ELK Brochure

Download Argal Self-Priming RHINO Installation Manual

Download Argal Self-Priming ELK Installation Manual