Peristaltic Hose Pumps | Global Pumps

Peristaltic hose pumps are ideal for transferring liquids with a high particulate content (up to 80%), viscous fluids and abrasive slurries. These pumps ensure precise dosing and accurate metering, making them a top choice for industries such as mining, chemical processing, food processing, printing and packaging, water treatment, and waste management.

Peristaltic pumps are available in a range of models, including the Dura Series and VF Series peristaltic hose pumps, as well as the Ds500, Vantage, and Rapide Series peristaltic tube pumps, designed for various applications.

Key advantages of peristaltic hose pumps:

High precision dosing: Accurate and repeatable performance, ideal for metering and chemical dosing.
Energy efficient: Reduces operational costs while maintaining reliable performance.
Minimal maintenance: Only the hose and lubrication require replacement.
Chemical compatibility: Suitable for corrosive and abrasive materials.
High suction capability: Effectively handles fluids with high specific gravity, entrained gas, or suspended particles.
No operator intervention required: Reduces downtime and operator errors.

WORKING PRINCIPLE OF PERISTALTIC PUMPS

Peristaltic pumps, a type of positive displacement pump, operate using the principle of peristalsis. The fluid is contained entirely within a flexible hose inside the pump casing, ensuring safe and efficient transfer.

Operation: Alternating compressions along the flexible hose draw fluid into the pump and propel it forward..
Sealing and propulsion: A rotating roller compresses the hose, forming a seal between the suction and discharge sides, preventing backflow. This seal moves along the hose, pushing the fluid towards the discharge line.
Priming: As the hose recovers its shape, a vacuum is created, drawing fluid into the pump .

This design ensures precise fluid transfer without contact between the fluid and mechanical components, making it ideal for abrasive, corrosive, or sensitive fluids.

APPLICATIONS

Peristaltic hose pumps are versatile and suited to a wide range of applications:

Abrasive fluids: lime mixing, kieselguhr, circulation or dosing.
Corrosive fluids: Ferric chloride, copper sulphate and similar activators, process chemicals, acids – including alkalis.
Shear sensitive fluids: coagulants, flocculants and bacterial remediation treatments
Mining industry: dosing process reagents, transferring thickener underflow, handling polymers, and slurry transfer.
Water treatment: dosing lime, hypochlorite, silicate, polymers, ferric chloride, as well as transferring sludge and filter press feeds.
Chemical industry: Capable of pumping corrosive acids, bases and hydrocarbons
Printing and packaging: inks (including water-based inks), paints, dyes and glue.
Battery filling and chemical cleaning: Used for biocides, hydrogen peroxide, sodium hypochlorite, and caustic soda applications, as well as equipment sterilising and seed coating.
Laboratory systems: biological broths and polluted stream processing
Agriculture: Suitable for dosing feed additives, animal vaccines and transferring waste materials.
Paper and pulp: Handles pulp and dye processing.
Food and beverage: Frequently used in breweries, diatomaceous earth processing, wineries, dairies, sugar refining, and abattoirs.

FAQs

Can peristaltic hose pumps run dry?

Yes, peristaltic hose pumps can run dry continuously without any damage, making them ideal for a range of challenging applications, including peristaltic transfer pumps and chemical dosing.

Are peristaltic hose pump reversible?

Yes, these pumps are reversible, allowing you to clear blockages in both the suction and discharge lines efficiently. This feature is particularly useful in peristaltic dosing pumps used for industrial or water treatment applications.

Can I use standard lubricating oil in the pump casing?

No, standard lubricating oil is not recommended as it can significantly reduce the life of the hose. For optimal performance and durability, we recommend using the Flex-Lube lubricant designed specifically for peristaltic hose pumps.

How long does the hose in a peristaltic pump last?

The lifespan of a hose varies per application, averaging approximately 2,000 hours. Factors influencing hose life include:

Type of product being pumped (e.g., abrasive or corrosive fluids)
Operating conditions (intermittent or continuous)
Suction and discharge pressure

This guide should be considered approximate, as actual hose life depends on specific operational factors.

How do I get pricing for a Peristaltic Hose Pump?

Contact Global Pumps to discuss your application with one of our experts. We will discuss pricing and other elements that should be considered.

Where do you deliver and what are your estimated shipping times?

Below is a guideline of how long it takes to shop products to Australia’s capital cities. We deliver Australia-wide, and can advise of anticipated lead time during the quoting process. If the order is urgent, we will act quickly to ensure you receive your peristaltic hose pump ASAP.

Locations	Shipping time range
Melbourne	1-2 Days
Sydney	2-3 Days
Brisbane	2-4 Days
Perth	2-4 Days
Adelaide	1 Day
Kalgoorlie	3-5 Days
Mt Isa	3-5 Days

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Peristaltic hose pumps from Global Pumps are designed for versatility, reliability, and efficiency. Key features include:

Exceptional performance: Capable of pressures up to 16 bar and flow rates of 150 m³/hr.
Seamless operation: No valves or seals in contact with process fluid, ensuring contamination-free transfer.
Durable design: Verderflex hoses are abrasion-resistant and built to last.
Enhanced pump protection: Tough mechanical seals and gearbox protection ensure extended durability.
Gentle pumping action: Low-pulse design protects shear-sensitive materials like flocculants and bacteria.
Containment safety: Fluid is fully contained within the hose, preventing spills.

Peristaltic Pump Product Range

Verderflex Dura Series

Compact and reliable, the Verderflex Dura peristaltic dosing pump offers excellent performance for peristaltic dosing pump applications, with flow rates suited for industrial needs. There are optional non-metallic flange connections available for pumping aggressive and corrosive liquids.

Verderflex VF Series

Renowned for handling the most challenging slurries, this range includes the VF125, the world’s largest peristaltic hose pump, offering flow rates up to 90 m³/hr. Ideal for chemical dosing and transferring viscous materials. Flowrates within the Verderflex VF hose pumps series range from 180 L/hr to 90 m³/hr.

Verderflex Vantage 5000

Designed for precise chemical metering, the Verderflex Vantage 5000 is perfect for applications such as chlorine dosing and water treatment. Its ability to handle chemicals with entrained gas or liquids containing suspended particles ensures reliable performance in critical processes.

Verderflex Ds500

With flow rates up to 500 mL/min and pressures up to 7 bar, this Verderflex Ds500 pump offers high-precision dosing and a quick-change head assembly for onsite maintenance.

Verderflex Ds4F

The Ds4F Peristaltic tube pump offers exceptional flexibility, allowing you to easily handle a variety of chemicals and materials by using different tube sizes and materials within the same pump. Ideal for precise and consistent liquid dosing, it’s perfect for industries like water treatment, mining, and pharmaceuticals. With flow rates ranging from 1 to 4,000 mL/min and pressures up to 4 bar, this pump is built to deliver high performance. Featuring IP66/Type 4X protection, IoT connectivity, and reversible operation, it excels in harsh environments. Its low-maintenance design minimises downtime and reduces long-term operating costs.

Verderflex Rapide Series

Compact and user-friendly, the Verderflex Rapide is excellent for low-flow peristaltic pump requirements, especially in chemical dosing and laboratory systems. These tube pumps offer pump choices that are compact and require no tools during the tube change.

Verderflex industrial hose pumps are built for efficiency and reliability:

Rugged construction: The rigid pump housing dissipates heat and ensures structural strength.

Extended hose life: A textured hose surface creates micro-pockets of lubrication, increasing hose longevity and reducing maintenance cycles.

Self-priming and easy cleaning: Pumps are self-priming, can be cleaned without disassembly, and can reverse blockages.

Low-flow peristaltic pumps

Low-flow peristaltic pumps are ideal for precise dosing and liquid transfer in industries such as chemical processing, mining, and food & beverage production. Key benefits include:

Precision control: Delivers highly accurate dosing and liquid measurements.

Cost-effective operation: Adjustable pressure rates maintain performance without constant monitoring.

Chemical compatibility: Handles aggressive liquids with ease.

Peristaltic hose pumps for diverse applications