AFRIDEV HAND PUMP

APPLICATION DATA

SALIENT FEATURES DATA

• Bearing bushes for the pivot assemblies are made from injection molded special grade plastic.

• Variable handle settings suit changes in static water levels.

• 225 mm stroke length of the handle provides a water discharge of 17 litres per minute per 40 strokes with an installation depth range between 15 m to 45 m below ground water.

• Easy to install, can be accomplished by village women mechanics.

• Cone Plate and rubber Cone for improved attachment of uPVC Riser pipe to pump body.

• Extra long spigot ends in riser pipe to ensure high joint strength, leak proof pipe joints, and verticality of the pipe string. Rubber centralizers on riser pipes prevent external wear.

• Standard cylinder components are comprised of injection molded interchangeable plunger and foot valve assemblies, made from modern engineering plastics.

• The Afridev Pump's cylinder is also suited to use cast gun metal monolithic plunger and foot valve assemblies of the Universal Cylinder.

• Alternative stainless steel lined cylinder is available for aggressive water conditions.

• Quick release eye & hook 'tool-less' ends on connecting rods with rubber centralisers, are standard supply. These facilitate maintenance and protect the riser pipe against internal wear.

• The VLOM (Village Level Operation and Maintenance) design has been developed for easy handling of maintenance problems without the need of special skills.

• Non-corrosive underground components are capable of handling corrosive water and therefore will last longer.

• Lightweight PVC riser pipes; easy installation & inexpensive.

• Adjustable handle to suit varying installation depths.

• Three options for pedestal designs are available:

• • Square flanged.
  • Three legged.
  • Skat -4, pedestaly with anchor assembly.
  • Cup Seal, U-Seal, bobbins and 'O' Rings are of Nitrile Rubber and Plunger Rod of Stainless Steel.
  • Mild Steel Hot-Dip Galvanized Rod / SS with Forged Eye and Hook Connectors welded at both ends.  This provides easy Rod Connections without use of any tool & also connecting rod with welded coupling.
  • Each rod is provided with a Rubber Centralizer to avoid contact with PVC Riser Pipe.
  • Fulcrum & Rod Hanger Pins are supported on special grade Plastic Bush Bearings which are very easy to replace at village level.
  • PVC Cylinder 50 mm ID with Gun Metal Plunger Assembly / Inter changeable Plunger and Foot Valve made with special grade Plastic material.
  • PVC Pipe 63MM OD x 47 mm wall x 3 Meters long with socket-spigot cemented joint.
  • Each pipe is provided with a Rubber Centraliser to avoid contact with Casing Pipe.
  • The FGRP connecting rods (glass fibre reinforced plastic), which provide the same advantages of mils steel & stainless steel, yet are light weight and long lasting.

List of options & specifications available for this pump type:

SPARE PART SET

SPECIAL TOOL KIT

STANDARD TOOL KIT