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Alfa Laval SX Rotary lobe pump

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Alfa Laval SX Drehkolbenpumpe für schonenden hygienischen Flüssigkeitstransfer

Alfa Laval SX Rotary lobe pump

The Alfa Laval SX Rotary Lobe Pump delivers exceptionally gentle fluid handling through its optimized pump head geometry and innovative multi-lobe rotor design. Built specifically for applications where product integrity is paramount, this hygienic rotary pump minimizes pulsation and shear forces that could damage sensitive ingredients. Its robust stainless steel construction meets the most stringent hygienic standards with verified effective CIP and SIP capabilities up to 150°C. The SX's front-loading seal design simplifies maintenance, while the universal gearbox offers flexible mounting options in either vertical or horizontal configurations. For biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and demanding food processing applications where quality can't be compromised, the SX delivers reliable performance with maximum uptime.

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How Does the SX Rotary Lobe Pump Protect Sensitive Products?

The Alfa Laval SX rotary lobe pump represents the pinnacle of gentle product handling technology. Its sophisticated multi-lobe rotor design dramatically reduces pulsation compared to traditional lobe pumps, creating smoother flow characteristics that protect delicate ingredients from mechanical stress. This makes the SX particularly valuable for pharmaceutical processing applications where maintaining product structure and efficacy is critical.

What Makes the SX Pump Ideal for Hygienic Applications?

Every aspect of the SX pump has been engineered to meet the most stringent hygienic requirements. All product-contacting components are crafted from W. 1.4404 (AISI 316L) stainless steel with a mechanical surface finish of Ra ≤ 0.8. The pump features controlled compression elastomer joints—the latest technology for preventing product leakage. With temperature tolerance up to 150°C, the SX easily handles both CIP (Clean-in-Place) and SIP (Sterilization-in-Place) processes without compromise.

How Does the Pump Design Improve Maintenance and Reliability?

The SX pump's thoughtful engineering extends to its serviceability. Its fully front-loading mechanical seals can be accessed quickly without disassembling the entire pump, dramatically reducing maintenance downtime. The robust stainless steel gearbox provides maximum shaft rigidity while allowing easy oil seal replacement. Additionally, the universal gearbox design enables flexible mounting with inlet and outlet ports in either vertical or horizontal orientations by simply changing the foot position—a practical feature that simplifies installation in space-constrained processing areas.

What Connections Are Available for SX Pumps?

The Alfa Laval SX rotary lobe pump comes with multiple connection options to integrate seamlessly into existing processing systems. Available port options include screwed male connections that comply with various international standards including DIN11851, DIN11864, SMS, ISS/IDF, RJT, and Tri-clamp. This variety ensures compatibility with practically any hygienic piping standard in pharmaceutical and biotechnology facilities worldwide, simplifying specification and installation while maintaining the integrity of your validated processes.

Technical Details

  • Product-wetted steel parts: W. 1.4404 (AISI 316L)
  • Inside surface finish: Mechanical Ra ≤ 0.8
  • Product-wetted elastomers: EPDM
  • Rotary seal face materials: Carbon, Silicon Carbide
  • Stationary seal face materials: Stainless steel, Silicon Carbide
  • Maximum process and CIP temperature: 150°C
  • Four-lobe rotor design for reduced pulsation
  • Extended 3-year warranty when using genuine Alfa Laval parts

Options and Configurations

  • Screwed male inlet and outlet ports to DIN11851, DIN11864, SMS, ISS/IDF, RJT or Tri-clamp standards
  • Heating/Cooling Jacket for Rotorcase Cover
  • ATEX compliance certification for hazardous environments
  • Complete pump unit comprising pump, baseplate (mild or stainless steel), coupling with guard, and geared electric motor
  • Vertically ported configuration for specialized piping layouts
  • Horizontally ported configuration for standard installations
  • Top shaft drive orientation for enhanced accessibility
  • Bottom shaft drive orientation for compact installations
  • Single mechanical shaft seals for standard hygienic applications
  • Single flushed mechanical shaft seals with 0.5 l/min water consumption at max 0.5 bar pressure
  • Double mechanical shaft seals with 0.5 l/min water consumption for demanding environments

Motor Details

  • Gear motor, 4 poles, to IEC metric standard
  • Suitable for frequency conversion
  • IP55 protection rating
  • Insulation class F
  • Motor specifications not available for specific frame sizes

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The Alfa Laval SX rotary lobe pump serves critical applications across pharmaceutical manufacturing, biotechnology production, and specialized food processing operations. These industries rely on the gentle pumping action and hygienic design of the SX to maintain product integrity while meeting stringent regulatory requirements. The pump's versatility makes it equally valuable in home and personal care manufacturing where product consistency and quality are paramount.

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.

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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.

The SX pump features an optimized pump head geometry with multi-lobe rotors specifically designed for low-shear operation with minimum pulsation. This configuration ensures gentle product handling, preserving the integrity of delicate ingredients in pharmaceutical and biotechnology applications.

All sealing options on the SX are fully front-loading and interchangeable without requiring additional housings or pump component changes. The robust stainless steel gearbox provides easy oil seal replacement, while specialized seal setting of the mechanical seal is not required as it's dimensionally set during assembly.

Yes, the SX pump is rated for temperatures up to 150°C, making it fully compatible with both CIP (Clean-in-Place) and SIP (Sterilization-in-Place) procedures. The pump is designed according to the most stringent hygienic standards with verified effective cleaning capabilities essential for pharmaceutical and biotechnology applications.

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