Alfa Laval LKHex Prime Centrifugal Pump

Alfa Laval LKHex Prime Centrifugal Pump

The ATEX centrifugal pump LKHex Prime is a versatile, highly efficient self-priming solution engineered specifically for hygienic applications within potentially explosive environments. Safety and performance are paramount in hazardous zones, and this unit meets the strict requirements of ATEX directive 2014/34/EU group II, category 2G. By combining advanced air screw technology with a precision-engineered design, this pump effectively removes air from the suction pipe, making it a reliable choice for demanding CIP return tasks. Industrial operators benefit from a unit that not only ensures compliance but also significantly reduces energy consumption compared to standard self-priming pumps.

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High-Efficiency ATEX Centrifugal Pump Design

The LKHex Prime is designed to provide superior energy efficiency, which directly results in a reduced CO2 footprint for your facility. Its optimized construction features tight tolerances and an advanced impeller and airscrew design that minimize recirculation. This precision ensures that the pump operates with greater efficiency than similar self-priming models on the market. All media-contacting steel components, including the pump casing, impeller, airscrew, and recirculation pipe, are manufactured from W. 1.4404 (316L) stainless steel to ensure long-term durability and hygiene.

Reliable CIP Return Pump for Hazardous Zones

In process environments where explosive atmospheres are a concern, the LKHex Prime offers peace of mind with temperature class T3 and T4 certifications. It is specifically engineered to handle the challenges of tank emptying and CIP return where air may be present in the process lines. The pump features a semi-open impeller with a special vane design, ensuring smooth product handling. Furthermore, the unit operates remarkably quietly, improving the working environment for plant personnel while maintaining the most stringent hygienic design standards.

Built for Process Security and Maintenance

The construction includes a stainless steel shroud to protect the motor and four adjustable stainless steel legs for stable installation. A compression coupling securely attaches the stub shaft to the motor shaft with precision alignment to prevent vibration and wear. For added security, Alfa Laval offers an extended 3-year warranty on these pumps, covering all non-wear parts when genuine spare parts are utilized. While highly versatile for various liquids, please note this unit is not intended for pumping flammable media.

Technical Details

  • Product wetted steel parts: W. 1.4404 (316L) stainless steel
  • Other steel parts: Stainless steel
  • Inside surface finish: Standard blasted
  • Product wetted elastomers: EPDM
  • Rotary seal face: Silicon Carbide
  • Stationary seal face: Silicon Carbide
  • Maximum inlet pressure (LKHex Prime 10-40): 500 kPa (5 bar)
  • Temperature Range Class T4: -10 °C to +100 °C (EPDM/FPM)
  • Temperature Range Class T3: -10 °C to +140 °C (FPM)
  • Seal connection sizes: 1/8" G

Options and Configurations

  • Double mechanical shaft seal for enhanced containment
  • Impeller with reduced diameter to meet specific head requirements
  • Product wetted elastomers available in NBR or FPM
  • Two 1/2" vertical drain connections for improved drainability
  • Mechanically polished product wetted surface finish to Ra ≤ 0.8 μm for sensitive hygienic process pump applications
  • Adjustable pads for precise leveling

Motor Details

  • Motor Standard: IEC metric standard, foot-flanged ATEX approved motor
  • Speed: 2 poles = 3000/3600 rpm at 50/60 Hz
  • Motor sizes (50 Hz): 1.5 - 45 kW
  • Motor sizes (60 Hz): 1.8 - 45 kW
  • Motor frame sizes: IEC90, IEC100, IEC112, IEC132, IEC160, IEC180, IEC200
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Industries

The LKHex Prime ATEX centrifugal pump is an essential component for pharmaceutical manufacturing, food and beverage processing, and chemical production. It serves industries where hygienic standards must be maintained in environments prone to explosive atmospheres. This versatile pump ensures safety and efficiency across diverse industrial sectors.

Alfa Laval Sensing and Control Think Top V50 and V70

Advanced Sensing and Control for Process Optimisation

Integrating Alfa Laval ThinkTop V50 and V70 units into your valve clusters delivers maximum uptime and significant resource savings. Their 360° LED status indication gives operators real-time flow path monitoring from any angle.

  • Resource savings: Pulse and Burst SeatClean reduce CIP fluid consumption by up to 95%.
  • Fast setup: Auto-Setup and Live-Setup cut commissioning time by up to 90%.
  • Durable: IP69K rated, -10°C to +60°C, Nylon PA12 and 1.4301 stainless steel.
  • Easy integration: Supports 24VDC PNP, AS-Interface, and IO-Link. MTTF of 224 years.
  • Universal fit: Directly interchangeable with ThinkTop Classic; fits all Alfa Laval hygienic actuators.

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As an Alfa Laval Master Distributor in Southern Germany, Euroflow GmbH delivers premium components and expert solutions for the dairy, brewing, beverage, food, cosmetics and pharmaceutical industries. Operating across postal codes 66-99 and 07-08, we serve Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, Saarland, Rhineland-Palatinate, Hesse, Thuringia and Saxony with dedicated technical expertise.

As your competent partner for system integration, tank construction and end-user solutions, we provide comprehensive support in selecting optimal equipment for viscous product handling and cleaning processes. Our focus on pumps, valves, heat exchangers and tank equipment ensures reliable process performance.

Contact us today for a personalised quote and discover how our technical expertise can optimise your operations.

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FAQ

Euroflow serves customers across southern and central Germany — covering postal code areas 66–99 and 07–08, spanning Baden-Württemberg, Bavaria, Saarland, Rhineland-Palatinate, Hesse, Thuringia, and Saxony. As an Alfa Laval Master Distributor for tank manufacturers, plant engineers, system suppliers, and end customers, we provide expert support in selecting and designing systems for viscous product handling and cleaning applications.

Yes, this unit is fully compliant with ATEX directive 2014/34/EU group II, category 2G. It is specifically designed for safe operation in potentially explosive environments within temperature classes T3 and T4.

Yes, the pump utilizes advanced air screw technology and a specialized impeller design to effectively remove air from the suction pipe. This makes it an ideal solution for self-priming applications and CIP return tasks.

All product wetted steel parts are manufactured from high-grade W. 1.4404 (316L) stainless steel. Standard elastomers are EPDM, though NBR and FPM options are available to ensure compatibility with your specific process media.

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