iLobe

Hygienic rotary lobe pump developed for chocolate, confectionery and bakery products such as marzipan, cocoa butter, fudge, fillings, doughs, coatings and glucose syrups. 20 models from iL42i to iL130l with displacement volumes of 0.030 to 2.340 l/rev, flows up to 60 m³/h and speeds of 850 to 1,800 rpm. Standard differential pressures of 8 to 15 bar, with up to 40 bar at cold start and up to 80 bar with product under specific conditions. Contactless rotor operation with a self-rinsing slip flow; front-loaded mechanical seal integrated in the rotor (tungsten carbide standard, SiC/SiC optional; NBR, Viton, EPDM, PTFE or Kalrez elastomers). Wetted parts in 1.4404 stainless steel, optionally 1.4435, 1.4539, 1.4462 or Hastelloy. EHEDG-certified (documents 2 and 8) for residue-free CIP (85 to 90 °C) and SIP (120 to 130 °C); ATEX zone 1/21 and GMP-compliant versions available.

Key technical parameters

• Flow rate: up to 60 m³/h
• Pressure: up to 15 bar
• Shaft speed: up to 1800 rpm
• Drive: Electric
• Casing material: Stainless steel AISI 316L (1.4404)
• Impeller / rotor material: Stainless steel AISI 316L (1.4404)
• Shaft seal: Front-loaded mechanical seal, tungsten carbide (SiC/SiC optional)
• Pump standard: EHEDG
• ATEX certified
• EHEDG / 3-A certified

Media handled

• Liquids: Chocolate, Cocoa butter, Glucose, Food paste
• Media properties: High viscosity

Applications and industries

• Food & beverage

Industries: Food and Beverage.