Vertical Boiler Feed tanks & systems

Updated 03/25/09

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Boiler Feed Selection Process

Our most common boiler feed systems can be selected using the chart below. The pumps listed are based on 125psi boiler pressure.

1

Select a tank size (gallons of capacity) which is about the same, or somewhat larger, than your boiler horsepower.

2

Select your construction materials. A steel tank with cast iron/bronze fitted pump(s) for the lowest initial cost; or an all stainless steel system for long life and best value. Steel tanks have an average life of 3-6 years. Stainless tanks are warranted for 20 years, and may be the last tank you ever need to buy. Cast iron/bronze fitted pumps are warranted for 1 year; stainless pumps for 5 years.

3

Decide whether you need a simplex or duplex system. A simplex system (one pump) typically needs no control panel because most boiler manufacturers include motor starters in their control panel. But if you decide to go this way, keep a spare pump available to avoid down time.A safer alternative (if downtime is critical) is to install a duplex (2 pump) system with alternating control panel (optional). The control will alternate pump use and if a pump fails, allows you to flip a switch, and the remaining pump will keep your boiler operating while you repair the defective pump.

Our complete system includes: tank, stand, make-up valve, sight gauge, drain valve, pump(s), isolation valve(s), inlet strainer(s), and piping

AERO Vertical Feed Systems with AERO Pumps

SIMPLEX SYSTEMS

Boiler HP

Tank Size

Gallons

System Model Numbers*

Aero Pump

Size (inches NPT)

HP

Steel Tank CI/BF Pump Model

All SS Model

Pump Suction

Pump Discharge

4-6

19 x 24

29

BJCSV1924-2

BJSSV1924-2

5AERCT5

1

1

1/2

7-10

19 x 24

29

BJCSV1924-3

BJSSV1924-3

5AERCT6

1

1

1/2

10-15

19 x 30

37

BJCSV1930-4

BJSSV1930-4

7AERCT6

1

1

3/4

15-25

19 x 30

37

BJCSV1930-44

BJSSV1930-44

7AERCT7

1

1

3/4

15-25

19 x 36

44

BJCSV1936-5

BJSSV1936-5

7AERCT7

1

1

3/4

25-35

19 x 36

44

BJCSV1936-6

BJSSV1936-6

15AERCS5

1 1/4

1

1-1/2

35-45

19 x 42

52

BJCSV1942-7

BJSSV1942-7

20AERCS6

1 1/4

1

2

46-80

19 x 42

52

BJCSV1942-8

BJSSV1942-8

30AERCS7

1 1/4

1

3

60-80

19 x 48

59

BJCSV1948-9

BJSSV1948-9

30AERCS8

1 1/4

1

3

DUPLEX SYSTEMS

10-30

23 X 24

43

BSCSV2324

BJSSV2324

7AERCT7

1

1

3/4

30-50

23 X 30

54

BJCSV2330

BJSSV2330

20AERCS2

1 1/4

1

2

50-60

23 x 36

65

BJCSV2336

BJSSV2336

30AERCS7

1 1/4

1

3

60-75

23 x 42

76

BJCSV2342

BJSSV2342

30AERCS8

1 1/4

1

3

75-90

23 x 48

86

BJCSV2348

BJSSV2348

30AERCS8

1 1/4

1

3

* add suffix -NS to model number if non-siphon (air gap make up valve) is desired.