The 3S three-screw pumps consist of a broad range of low maintenance pumps for lubricating, non-abrasive and chemically inert liquids. 3S pumps are the best choise in many various industrial applications.

3S models
The variety of models within the Alfa Laval 3S
range enable numerous installation methods.

3S BI Inline flange with or without bracket foot Sizes: 0005–2900	3S BT Top flange with or without bracket foot Sizes: 0005–0210	3S VI Inline flange on vertical pedestal Sizes: 0005–2900	3S VT Top flange on vertical pedestal Sizes: 0005–0210	3S BS Special top flange with or without bracket foot Sizes: 0015–0085

A universal design

The 3S series has been thoroughly engineered and is applicable for various applications. With a range consisting of 29 different pump sizes with delivery rates from 5 – 2.900 l/min @ 1450 rpm the 3S series is one of the most comprehensive three-screw pump ranges available on the market.

Furthermore, the individual pump sizes are available in several executions, which ensures a high degree of flexibility when specifying a pump for specific system designs.

Low maintenance

The 3S series pump is designed with a lifetime-lubricated external ball bearing with an expected  lifetime of 30.000 hours. With a weep hole just between the shaft seal and the bearing, preventing accumulation of residue the bearing is well protected. The ball bearing is not exposed to the pumped liquid. The mechanical seal is well lubricated and cooled. The seal is designed to efficiently dissipate frictional heat.

Magnetic coupled version

The 3S pumps are also available in a magnetic coupled version. The pump is hermetically sealed and the liquid cannot escape or react by coming into contact with other materials.

The thoroughly engineered 3S series is suitable for various
applications. With a range consisting of 29 different pump
sizes with delivery rates from 5–2,900 l/min@1450 rpm the
3S series is one of the most comprehensive three-screw
pump ranges available on the market.
Furthermore, the individual pump sizes are available in
several executions ensuring a high degree of flexibility
when specifying a pump for specific system designs.

Applications

The 3S series consists of a broad range of pump
sizes for lubricating, non-abrasive oil based liquids.
3S pumps are used in marine and industrial applications.

Examples are:
• Feed and circulation pumps for fuels and lubricants
• Lubricant and coolant pumps for gears, engines and
hydraulic systems
• Feed and transfer pumps for oil burner technology

Benefits

Key benefits significant to the 3S pump design are:
• Minimized life cycle cost
• Low maintenance
• High quality
• Environmentally friendly
• High volumetric efficiency
• High energy efficiency

Design

The 3S series pump is designed with a lifetime-lubricated
external ball bearing with an expected lifetime of 30,000
hours. With a weep hole just between the shaft seal and
the bearing, preventing accumulation of residue, the
bearing is well protected. The ball bearing is not exposed
to the pumped liquid. The mechanical seal is well lubricated
and cooled. The seal is designed to efficiently
dissipate frictional heat. Consequently, the 3S series is
characterised by an innovative design for long service life,
even in harsh operating conditions.

Port connections

Flanges PN16 according to EN 1092-1 type B1/B2, in inline
configuration or at the top. For 3S BT and 3S VT special
counter flanges are required. A special flange design is used
with 3S BS pumps.

Motors

According to the IEC metric standard:
• 2 poles = 2,900/3,500 rpm at 50/60 Hz
• 4 poles = 1,450/1,750 rpm at 50/60 Hz
• 6 poles = 950/1,20Technical data
Materials
Pump casing Nodular cast iron, EN-GJS-400
Screws Nitration-hardened steel, 1.7139
Seal faces, mechanical seal SiC/hard metal0 rpm at 50/60 Hz
• IP55, insulation class ICLF, efficiency class IE2

Technical data

Materials
Pump casing: Nodular cast iron, EN-GJS-400
Screws: Nitration-hardened steel, 1.7139
Seal faces, mechanical seal: SiC/hard metal

The basic principle of the 3S screw pump is that the turning screws isolate fluid and convey it. The conveyance thus takes place through the axial displacement of closed volumes.

The rise in pressure is directly related to the length of the screws.

Operating principle

Three-screw pumps are rotary positive displacement pumps. By the meshing of the three rotating screws and the enclosing pump casing the displacement effect is created. The screws are radially supported by the sliding contact in the casing, which requires lubrication by the pumped liquid. The axial support of the main screw is carried out by a ball bearing.

The pump is equipped with an internal relief valve which will limit the differential pressure and protect the pump from excessive pressure. On the Alfa Laval 3S pump the valve setting is adjustable to different opening pressures .

Design

3S casings are of nodular graphite iron, EN-GJS-400, and screws are of nitrated steel 1.7139. High quality mechanical seal with special SiC graphite material as standard.

3S pumps are available in several executions, e.g. with free shaft end, as a unit on bracket foot or vertical pedestal. Furthermore, each pump size is available in inline as well as top flange design.

Advantages of the 3S three-screw pump design:

• Low lifecycle cost
• Long life time and low maintenance
• Compact design
• High capacity at limited space
• High efficiency
• Low noise
• Low pulsation
• Pumping without violent turbulence
• Very good suction conditions (NPSH)