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3656 Centrifugal Pump, 15 HP, 160 ft. Max. Head

  • Mfr # 6BF1MBB0

  • Zoro # G4848070

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Key Features

HP - Pumps
15 hp
Voltage - Pumps
208 to 240/480V AC
Phase - Pumps
3
Housing Material - Pumps
Cast Iron
Inlet Size - Pumps
4 in Flange
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Specifications

Product Information

MFR #
6BF1MBB0
Zoro #
G4848070
UPC #
697666912404
Country of Origin
United States

Dimensions

Inlet Size - Pumps
4 in Flange
Outlet Size - Pumps
3 in Flange
Max. Dia. Solids
1/2 in
Manufacturers Warranty Length
1 yr
Discharge Flange Size
3 in
Compatible Discharge Pipe Size
3 in
Solid Diameter (Maximum)
0.5 in
Manufacturer Warranty Length
1 yr
Intake Size
4 in
Overall Length
25.1 in
Overall Width
9.7 in
Overall Height
11.2 in
Compatible Intake Pipe Size
4 in
Inlet Diameter
4 in
Impeller Diameter
6 19/50 in
Discharge Diameter
3 in
Motor Frame Size
215JM

Details

HP - Pumps
15 hp
Voltage - Pumps
208 to 240/480V AC
Phase - Pumps
3
Housing Material - Pumps
Cast Iron
Max. Head
160 ft
Max. Pressure - Pumps
175 psi
Motor Enclosure - Pumps
Open Dripproof
Amps
35/17.5
Housing Material
Cast iron
Seal Material
316 Stainless Steel, Buna Elastomer, Carbon, Ceramic
Max. Case Pressure
175 psi
Outlet
3" Flange
Wetted Materials
303 Stainless Steel, Carbon, Cast Iron, Bronze, Ceramic, Buna-N
Max. Pressure
175 psi
Max. Liquid Temp.
212 Degrees F
Min. GPM @ Head
150 @ 157 ft
Best Efficiency GPM @ Head
400 @ 125 ft
Motor RPM
3,500 RPM
Voltage
208-230/460VAC
Phase
Three
Motor Type
JM
Frame
215JM
Hz
60
Inlet
4" Flange
Motor Enclosure
Open Drip Proof
HP
15
Item
Centrifugal Pump
Item - Straight Centrifugal Pumps
Straight Centrifugal High Head Pump
Best Efficiency Range GPM @ Head
225 to 510 gpm @ 150 to 90 ft
Max. GPM @ Head
580 @ 55 ft
Impeller Material
Bronze
Flow Rate @ 80 ft of Head (Maximum)
540 gpm
Flow Rate @ 90 ft of Head (Maximum)
530 gpm
Impeller Design
Closed
Discharge Type
Flange
Shut Off Pressure (Maximum)
175 psi
Compatible with Media Type
Water
Series
3656
Flow Rate @ 160 ft of Head (Maximum)
150 gpm
Flange or Union Included
Yes
Mounting Orientation
Horizontal
Wetted Material
316 Stainless Steel, Bronze, Buna-N, Carbon, Ceramic
Best Efficiency Flow
400 gpm
Pumping Application
Booster Services
Shaft Material
Stainless Steel
Seal Type
Mechanical Type 21
Priming
Manual
Standards
ANSI 61, NSF Certified
Intake Type
Flange
Frequency
60 Hz
Flow Rate @ 120 ft of Head (Maximum)
420 gpm
Flow Rate @ 70 ft of Head (Maximum)
560 gpm
Maximum Flow Rate
580 gpm
Horsepower
15 hp
Pump Housing Material
Cast Iron
Duty Cycle
Continuous
Flow Rate @ 60 ft of Head (Maximum)
570 gpm
Flow Rate @ 140 ft of Head (Maximum)
320 gpm
Maximum RPM
3,500 RPM
Maximum Media Temperature
212 Degrees F
For Use With Potable Systems
Yes
Nameplate Voltage
208-230/460V AC
Motor Frame Designation
215JM
Maximum Feet of Head
160 ft
Features
Back Pull Out to Reduce Maintenance Down Time, Dynamic Balancing, Renewable Wear Rings
Best Efficiency Head
125 ft
Discharge Rotation
90 Degrees Increments
Minimum Flow Rate
150 gpm
Flow Rate @ 100 ft of Head (Maximum)
490 gpm
Shut Off Pressure - Maximum
175 psi
Hazardous Location Class
Not Rated
Number of Stages
1
Shaft Seal Material
316 Stainless Steel Metal Parts, Buna Elastomer, Carbon Rotary, Ceramic Stationary
Discharge Orientation
Side
Discharge Standard
Flange
Drive Coupling Type
No Coupling
Shaft Seal Type
Mechanical
Motor Speed - Maximum
3,500 RPM
Feet of Head (Maximum)
92 ft
Inlet Standard
Flange
Media Temperature - Maximum
212 Degrees F
Pump Design
End Suction
Flow Rate (Maximum)
580 gpm
Chemical Compatibility
Water
Discharge Rotation Increments
0 Degrees
Case Pressure - Maximum
175 psi
Volute Material
Cast Iron
Discharge Position
Offset
Inlet Orientation
Top
Media Temperature - Minimum
-10 Degrees F
Inlet Position
Offset
Flow Rate (Minimum)
150 gpm

Description

The Goulds 6BF1MBB0 is a 15 HP, close-coupled, straight centrifugal high-head pump from the 3656 Series. It is constructed with a cast iron housing and a closed bronze impeller for continuous-duty water applications. The unit features a back pull-out design to facilitate internal component access without disturbing piping connections.

Hydraulic Performance:

  • This pump is engineered for high-volume liquid transfer with a maximum flow rate of 580 gpm and a maximum head of 160 feet.
  • Best Efficiency Point: Operates at peak efficiency at 400 gpm @ 125 feet of head.
  • Best Efficiency Range: Maintains high efficiency between 225 to 510 gpm within a head range of 150 to 90 feet. Variable Flow Rates:
    • 60 ft Head: 570 gpm
    • 100 ft Head: 490 gpm
    • 140 ft Head: 320 gpm
    • 160 ft Head: 150 gpm
    • Pressure Limits: Maximum case pressure is 175 psi Mechanical Construction:
      • Materials: Features a cast iron volute, bronze impeller, and stainless steel shaft.
      • Seal System: Utilizes a mechanical Type 21 seal
      • Connections: Equipped with a 4-inch flanged intake and a 3-inch flanged discharge; the discharge can be rotated in 90-degree increments.
      • Solids Handling: Spherical solids up to 0.5 inches in diameter. Electrical and Motor Specifications:
        • Motor: 15 HP, 3,500 RPM, 60 Hz motor with a 215JM frame designation.
        • Voltage: Configured for three-phase systems at 208-230/460V AC.
        • Enclosure: Open Dripproof (ODP) motor enclosure.

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