Manual Portable Oil Pump
Manual Portable Oil Pump designed for the transfer of various liquids and oils. The pump is a single size with the product number 293-1002, featuring a specific length ($L = 1350 \text{ mm}$) and diameter ($D = 25 \text{ mm}$).
Manual Portable Oil Pump
Manual Portable Oil Pump designed for the transfer of various liquids and oils. The pump is a single size with the product number 293-1002, featuring a specific length ($L = 1350 \text{ mm}$) and diameter ($D = 25 \text{ mm}$). Its primary function is the safe and efficient drawing (transfer) of all kinds of liquids and oil from drums or containers, typically requiring no external power source, which adds to its portability and versatility in field operations.2
Non-Sparking Safety Requirement
The defining feature of this equipment is its classification as a Non-sparking Tool. This crucial safety feature ensures the pump will not produce hot sparks when accidentally dropped, scraped, or struck against other materials. This is achieved by manufacturing the pump from specialized, relatively softer metals—Beryllium Copper (Be-Cu) and Aluminum Bronze (Al-Br)—making it indispensable for working near flammable liquids, gases, or combustible dust clouds in hazardous locations. .
Material Specifications and Weight
The pump is offered in two non-sparking alloys: Beryllium Copper (Be-Cu) and Aluminum Bronze (Al-Br). The weight data provided (6000g for Be-Cu and 5700g for Al-Br) indicates the Beryllium Copper version is denser and heavier. While both materials fulfill the non-sparking requirement, Beryllium Copper generally provides superior mechanical strength and wear resistance, whereas Aluminum Bronze offers excellent corrosion resistance, allowing operators to select the optimal material based on the liquid being transferred and the operating environment.
Manufacturing Quality and Design
The pump components are made using Precision Casting. This manufacturing technique is vital for tools handling volatile liquids, as it ensures high accuracy in the internal mechanism and creates a uniform, defect-free body. This precision is necessary not only for the functional performance (efficient drawing of liquids) but also for the integrity of the tool, ensuring it remains sturdy and reliable throughout its lifecycle, especially when subjected to the stresses of manual operation.
Certification and Quality Standard
The code Q/ZBF-293 serves as the unique standard or quality certification governing the production of this specific model of manual portable oil pump. The presence of this code confirms that the pump is manufactured and tested according to a predefined set of specifications for safety, dimensions, and material properties. Adherence to such a standard is a non-negotiable requirement for equipment used in environments governed by strict safety regulations, such as those that require ATEX or FM approvals for explosion-proof tools.
Importance in Hazardous Industries
The strategic importance of this non-sparking pump lies in its application across industries like oil and gas, chemical processing, maritime operations, and aviation fueling, where the potential for explosion is high. Using a manual, non-sparking pump eliminates the twin risks associated with electric-powered pumps (potential for electrical sparks) and steel tools (potential for friction/impact sparks) during the transfer of volatile hydrocarbon fuels or chemicals, thereby ensuring maximum safety for personnel and equipment.