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MCP 5538 3" Diaphragm Pump

Gas Powered, Aluminum Construction

Reliable, Easy to Use, Wear Resistant

The MCP 5538 diaphragm pump is built for solid performance; reliable 5.5hp Honda engine, aluminum pump construction, standard Thermal Plastic Elastomer and up to 85 gallons per minute pumping capacity.

The MCP 5538 diaphragm pump is wear resistant and easy to use with a simple/low maintenance design which can run dry indefinitely without damage and automatically re-primes when seepage reappears.

Ideal for low volume/head conditions such as seepage dewatering and sandy, muddy or sludgy waters of shallow construction areas, trenches and excavation sites. Dependable performance for pumping industrial waste, marine tanks and cleaning septic systems.

Features

  • 3" suction/discharge
  • Five(5) diaphragm material options depending on application
  • Skid or wheel mounted for easy manueverability
  • Durable cast aluminum parts
  • Auto priming intermittent pumping
  • Limitless dry run without damage
  • Simple design/low maintenance
  • Large opening flap valves
  • Self cleaning water flow
  • Enclosed gears in oil bath
  • Excellent performance in shallow, high solid conditions

Warranty Responsibility: It is the responsibility and obligation of the purchaser to thoroughly read and understand the Magnum warranty prior to purchasing equipment. Failure to read and comprehend the warranty policy does not expose Magnum to any liabilities over and above the stated warranty bond. If you have any questions or need clarification of warranty details please contact warranty@m-p-llc.com or call technical support at 800.926.9768.

Specifications

Pump Set (Engine/Pump)

Max. Pump Output gpm (Lpm) 85 (322)
Max. Pump Output gph (Lph) 5100 (19,306)
Total Dynamic Head ft (m) N/A
Max. Discharge Head ft (m) 25 (8)
Max. Diameter of Solids in (mm) Up to 1.7" spherical
Max. Lift Suction ft (m) 25 (8)

Pump

Make/Brand CH&E 5538 Aluminum
Fitting Size 3" NPT
Impeller Type N/A
Impeller Material N/A
Volute Casing Material N/A
Seal N/A
Shaft Material N/A

Engine

Brand Honda
Model GX160
Type Gasoline-Powered
Engine Power - Continuous hp (kW) 5.5 (4.1)
Operating Speed rpm 3600
Starter Recoil

Capacities

Fuel Tank gal (L) .95 (3.6)
Approximate Run Time hrs 3.3

Size and Weight

Trailer Mounted - L x W x H in (m) N/A
Wheel Mounted - L x W x H in (m) 40 x 30 x 24
(1.02 x .76 x .61)
Dry Weight lbs (kg) 135 (61.23)

Trailer

Number of Axles N/A
Hitch N/A