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  • World Leader in High Pressure Pumps
  • Positive displacement Piston and Plunger Pumps
  • Reciprocating Pumps Industrial Triplex Pumps
  • Process Pumps-Corrosion-resistant continuous-duty pumps and custom systems
  • Stainless Steel Pumps and Systems
  • Belt-Drive Plunger Pumps and Piston Pumps
  • Car Wash Pumps-Number one pump choice in self-service and automatic
  • Pressure Washer Pumps-Quality, dependable, competitive pumps
    
    • Direct-Drive Pumps
    • Belt-Drive Pumps
    • Gearbox Pumps
  • Pumping Systems-Power Units-Custom Engineered base-mounted pumping systems
  • System Accessories-High-Pressure pressure setting, monitoring and protection devices
  • K-Series Submersible and End-Suction Centrifugal-SS transfer and booster pumps.
  • Triplex High Pressure Piston and Plunger Pumps
  • Carpet Cleaning Pumps-Portable and Truck Mount carpet cleaning pumps.
  • Foam Fire Fighting Portable Pump Systems
  • Hydrostatic Testing Pumps
  • Hydraulic Powered Pump Systems
  • Liquid CO2-High Vapor Pumps and Systems
  • High Pressure Cleaning Pumping Systems
  • Desalination-Reverse Osmosis Seawater Pumps
  • Close-Coupled Direct-Drive Pump Units
• About Us-Quality, value, teamwork, commitment to high pressure pumps
  • Who are We-CAT PUMPS product and name.
  • What are CAT PUMPS-Triplex positive displacement reciprocating pumps.
  • How did CAT PUMPS become the Pump of Choice
• Contact Us-Sales and service locations around the world
  • Corporate Headquarters-Quality product, exceptional customer service, expansive inventory.
  • US Sales and Technical Directory-Phone, on-line and distributor support.
  • International Technical and Sales-sales and service around the globe.
  • Trade Shows-See CAT PUMPS at industrial, water, car wash, pressure cleaning shows.
  • Training Seminars-Factory training for OEMs and distributors.
• Training, Diagnosis and Service for CAT PUMPS
  • Ask CAT PUMPS.
  • 24 Hour Service Guide-on-line trouble shooting guide with personal reply as requested.
    • Low Pressure-Causes and Solutions
      • Air leak in inlet plumbing
      • Belt slippage
      • Inlet filter clogged or improperly sized
      • Leaky discharge hose
      • Pressure Gauge Malfunction
      • Regulator/Relief Valve Malfunction
      • Starving the pump of liquid
      • Stressful inlet conditions
      • Worn nozzle
      • Worn seals
      • Worn seat or valves
    • Lubrication-pump lubrication requirements
      • How much oil does my CAT PUMP require?
    • Oil Leak-Causes and Solutions
      • Bad bearing
      • Bad plunger or piston rod
      • Drain Plug or Oil Gauge leaking
      • Worn crankcase oil seals
    • Pulsation-Causes and Solutions
      • Stressful discharge plumbing
      • Stressful Inlet Conditions
      • Stuck Inlet or Discharge Valves
      • Worn or pitted inlet/discharge valves
    • Seals or Cups-Failures and Solutions
      • Excessive heat
      • Excessive Inlet Pressures
      • Pump Run Dry
      • Scored Cylinders or Sleeves
      • Scored Plungers
      • Seals Installed Incorrectly
    • Warranty-Pump Quality protection.
      • What is the CAT PUMPS warranty?
    • Water in the Crankcase-Causes and Solutions
      • Excessive Overspray
      • Humid Air Condensing into Water Inside of the Crankcase
      • Worn Seals or V-Packings
    • Water Leak-Causes and Solutions
      • Cracked or chipped plunger
      • Cracked or warped Manifold
      • Eroded Manifold
      • Worn Adapter
      • Worn Sleeves or Cylinders
      • Worn V-Packings or Lo-Pressure Seals
  • Data Sheets-Individual pump specifications, parts lists, exploded views, kits and dimensions.
    • Pump Parts Lists-Individual Pump parts lists and views.
    • Accessory Parts Lists-Individual Accessory parts lists and views.
    • Brochures and Catalogs-Industry and Product catalogs.
    • Service Manuals-Individual pump service guide, torque charts and diagnosis.
    • Technical Bulletins-Product changes, identification and service/installation tips.
    • Service Video Order Form
    • Obsolete and Non-Production Pump Data Sheets
  • Chemical Compatibility Guide-Review liquid compatibility with metals and elastomers
• What's New-Ads-Products-Testimonials-Evolution of CAT PUMPS
  • Advertisements-Read All About CAT PUMPS-Recent product announcements.
    • Ultimate Direct Drive Pumps-Gas and Electric Direct-drive triplex Pumps.
    • Ultimate Belt Drive Pumps-Heavy-duty belt-drive high pressure pumps.
    • True Blue Car Wash Pumps-Self-service and automatic car wash pumps.
    • High Efficiency Energy Saving SS Reciprocating Pumps
    • Naked Truth-Quality Sets us Apart-Quality, high strength, long-life drive-ends.
    • Smooth Ride-Exceptional Life- concentric solid Ceramic Plungers and
    • Exclusive Design and material Seals
    • A pump so dependable it may cause peace of mind
    • Quality, Reliability, Service-Tech Support, global distribution, off-the-shelf pumps.
    • Apply Pressure Get Results-4000 PSI Pump-Dual performance Jetter Pumps.
    • Customized CAT PUMPS-Power Units-You provide the specs, we build the system.
    • Success Requires Good Foundation
  • Products-Recent Product announcements.
    • Custom Designed Power Units-Save time, assure quality and performance.
    • 1540 Midsize Plunger Pump- Compact, powerful car wash pump.
    • 3DX Pressure Washer Pump-Affordable, portable pressure washer pump.
    • 3SP Pressure Washer Pump-Affordable, portable pressure washer pump.
    • 66DX Pressure Washer Pump-Affordable, portable pressure washer pump.
    • K-Series SS Centrifugal Pumps-Dependable SS transfer, booster pumps.
    • 2511 Midsize 316SS Plunger Pump-Corrosion resistant industrial pump.
    • 3560J Jetting and Hydroblasting Pump-Dual performance Jetting pump.
    • 3521C, 3531C, 3541C Flushed Pumps
    • Portable Foam Firefighting Units
    • 7CP6110 Close-Coupled Direct-Drive Motor Pump
    • Pumping Liquid CO2 1951 Plunger Pump
  • Testimonials-Comments from long time users of CAT PUMPS.
  • Evolution of CAT PUMPS
    • 1968-1979 Original Modal A, B, C, D Triplex Piston Pumps and Plunger Pumps
    • 1980-1989 Triplex Plunger Pumps, Motorized Units, NAB Pumps, Accessories
    • 1990-1999 Tuff Cat Pressure Cleaner, Block-Style Pumps, 5000 PSI Pumps
    • 2000-2009 Centrifugal Pumps, Process, Pressure Washer, Jetting, CO2, Foam Firefighting Pumps
• Articles-Selecting and Maintaining your CAT PUMP.
  • The Duty-Factor - Choosing a Quality High Pressure System
  • Losing System Pressure - Positive Displacement Pumps
  • Protect Your Pump-Selecting the right pump and performing regular maintenance
  • Car Wash-Starting Out Right-selecting the right pump for your car wash.
  • Selecting a Pump for Reverse Osmosis-Selecting the right corrosion resistant pump.
  • Easy On-Site Maintenance
  • Protect Your High Pressure Pump
  • High Pressure Pumping Systems-It's All In The Design
• Applications stories and Applications by Pressure-CAT PUMPS.
  • Durable, reliable pumps for application for liquids under pressure.
    • Car Wash-CAT PUMPS in self-service and automatic washes.
    • Pressure Wash-CAT PUMPS in portable, truck mount and industrial stationary
    • Pressure cleaning systems.
    • Reverse Osmosis-CAT PUMPS in seawater desalination systems.
    • Misting-CAT PUMPS in cooling, fire protection, humidification and decorative misting systems.
    • Oil & Gas-CAT PUMPS in waste/chemical injection, transfer, hydrostatic applications.
    • Carpet Cleaning-CAT PUMPS in portable and truckmount cleaning systems
    • Special Industrial-CAT PUMPS in industrial high pressure liquid applications.
    • Agriculture-CT PUMPS in ag spraying and injection applications.
    • Heavy Vehicle Wash Systems-CAT PUMPS in cleaning and blasting systems.
  • Directory of Applications-Summary of applications by industry/application
    • Agriculture and Food Processing
      • No Tillage Ag Injection
      • Row Crop Spraying
      • Potato Cleaning
      • Disease Control-Hog Washing
      • Crop Spraying
    • Hydrostatic Testing
      • Hydrostatic Pipe Testing
      • Hydraulic Power with High Pressure
      • Water Extraction
    • Injection
      • Salt Water Injection
      • Waste Water Re-injection
      • Boiler Feed Auxiliary Fuel
      • Pest Control
      • Steam Power Boiler Feed
      • Secondary Recovery Flooding
      • Beer Exciting
      • Under Sea Vessel Water Supply
      • Golf Course Aeration
    • Pressure Cleaning-Industrial
      • Ceramic Tile Plant
      • Battery Cleaning
      • Filter Cleaning
      • Live Wire Insulator Washing
      • Felt and Wire Screen Washer
      • Meat Processing Plant
      • Oil Storage Tank Cleaning
      • Total Wash System
      • Cleaning Heating/Cooling Coils
      • Offshore Platform Washdown
      • Sander Belt Cleaning
      • Cleaning Compressor Castings
      • Seal Gland Flushing
      • Central Cleaning System-Deli
      • Sponge Factory Cleaning
      • Tube Cleaning
      • Screen Cleaning
    • Pressure Cleaning-Vehicle
      • Coal Mine Equipment
      • Locomotive Cleaning
      • Aircraft Engines
      • Cement Trucks
      • Gypsum Removal-Railroad Tankers
    • Metering
      • Camshaft Cooling
      • Crude Oil Transfer
    • Reverse Osmosis
      • Offshore or Island RO Systems
      • Portable RO Systems
      • Water Desalination
      • Reverse Osmosis-Desalination Canary Islands
    • Surface Preparation
      • Flash Removal
      • Cedar Siding Restoration
      • Debarking
      • Phosphatizing Farm Implements
      • Ship Hull Wet Sandblasting
    • Spraying-Misting-Cooling
      • Waste Water Odor Control
      • Humidity Control
      • Fire Protection
      • Mist Cooling-Temperature Control
      • Coal Dust Suppression
  • Applications By Pressure Chart
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• Data Sheets-Individual Pump specifications, parts lists, views, kits and dimensional
  • Pump Parts Lists-Individual Pump parts lists and views
    • Plunger Pumps-Data sheets for individual plunger pump models
    • Block Style Pumps-data sheets for individual block-style models
    • SF Pumps-data sheets for 2SF and 4SF direct drive pump models
    • Piston Pumps-data sheets for individual piston pump models
    • LX, DX, SP Pumps-individual data sheets for direct-drive pump models
  • Accessory Parts Lists-Individual accessory parts lists and views.
    • Regulators, Unloaders, Relief Valves-data sheets for individual valves.
    • Guns, Lances, Nozzles, Sandblasters, Hoses-data sheets for individual accessories.
    • Pulsation Dampeners-data sheet for individual pulsation dampener models.
    • Pump and System Protectors-data sheet for individual system accessories.
  • Brochures and Catalogs-Industry and Product catalogs
    • Car Wash Products Brochure-Self-service and automatic car wash pumps.
    • Stainless Steel Products Brochure-corrosion resistant pump models.
    • K-Series SS Submersible and End-Suction Centrifugal Brochure-transfer and Booster pump models.
    • Oil, Gas, Petrochemical Brochure-Industry related applications.
    • Power Units Brochure-Options for custom engineered pump systems.
    • Pressure Washer Products Brochure-portable pressure washer pumps.
    • CAT PUMPS Corporate Profile Brochure-Company philosophy and history.
    • Accessories Catalog.
    • Applications Catalog.
    • Pump Catalog.
    • RAM Pumps Catalog.
  • Service Manuals-Individual pump repair procedure, torque charts and diagnosis.
    • 25 Frame Plunger Service Manual-2530-2537- Repair procedure
    • 3 Frame Plunger Service Manual-230-277-Repair procedure
    • 35 Frame Plunger Service Manual-3507-3517-Repair procedure
    • 35 Frame Plunger Service Manual-3520-3560-Repair procedure
    • 60 Frame Plunger Service Manual-6747-6767-Repair procedure
    • CP Plunger Service Manual-3CP,5CP,7CP-Repair procedure
    • Direct Drive Service Manual-2DX,3DX,3SP-Repair procedure
    • Direct Drive Service Manual-2SF,2SFX,4SF-Repair procedure
    • Direct Drive Service Manual-5DX,6DX,66DX-Repair procedure
    • Piston Pump Service Manual-280-6044-Repair procedure
    • Plunger Service Manual-1530-2511-Repair procedure
    • Plunger Service Manual-310-1057-Repair procedure
    • SS-18Frame Block-Style Plunger Service Manual-1851-1861-Repair procedure
    • SS-38Frame Block-Style Plunger Service Manual-3801-3841-Repair procedure
    • SS-68Frame Block-Style Plunger Service Manual-6801-6861-Repair procedure
    • SS-8-28Frame Block-Style Plunger Service Manual-781-2831-Repair procedure
    • SS-CP Plunger Service Manual-3CP-5CP-Repair procedure
    • TUFF CAT Cleaning System Service Manual-Repair procedure
    • TUFF CAT-HT Cleaning System Service Manual-Repair procedure
  • Technical Bulletin Index- Product changes, identification and service/installation tips
  • Plunger Pump Service Video Order Form
• Product Selector-Select a CAT PUMP by flow, pressure, materials of construction and Type of drive.
  • How To Select a CAT PUMP-Determine size, horsepower, duty-cycle, liquid.
    • Pumps-Summary of different types of triplex high pressure CAT PUMPS
    • Accessories-Summary of different types of high pressure system accessories.
  • Select a Pump-Automatic selections provided by flow, pressure, materials, drive.
  • Select an Accessory-Automatic selections provided by type, flow, pressure, materials.
  • How CAT PUMPS work-Quality materials and design deliver a smooth performance.
  • Why Buy a CAT PUMP-The best value, least maintenance, longest-life.
• Power Units-Summary of custom designed pumping systems.
  • Power Unit Directory-Summary of power units by type/application
    • Conveyor Cleaner-50 HP Electric, 40 GPM @ 1500 PSI
    • Facility Cleaner-30 HP Electric, 28 GPM @ 3000 PSI
    • Flash Removal-35 HP Electric, three units at 9 GPM @ 4000 PSI
    • In-Plant Cleaner-15 HP Electric, 20 GPM @ 1000 PIS
    • Multi-Pump System-50 HP Electric, five units at 25 GPM @ 3000 PSI
    • Odor-Control-2 HP Vari-Drive, 1-2 GPM @ 500 PSI
    • Portable Gas Cleaner-20 HP Electric, 4.5 GPM @ 5000 PSI
    • Portable Jetter Pressure Cleaner-Hydraulic, 4.5 GPM @ 5000 SPI
    • Sanitizing & Cleaning-30 HP Electric, two units at 35 GPM @ 1200 PSI
    • Vehicle Wash Spray Arch-30 HP Electric, 45 GPM @ 1000 PSI
    • Reverse Osmosis Desalination-20 HP EXP-TROP, 28 GPM @ 1000 PSI
    • Lumber Conditioning-5 HP Vari-Drive, 4-8 GPM @ 1000 PSI
  • What is a Power Unit-Optional features of your Power Unit.
  • Why Should You Buy a Power Unit-Quality, custom design, short lead time.
• Distributor Search-Find a distributor near you.
  • United States, Canada-Enter 3 digit postal code to find closest distributor
  • Asia, Middle East, Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Mexico, Turkey Central and South America-Contact CAT PUMPS International Group
  • United Kingdom-Contact CAT PUMPS location for nearest distributor
  • Eastern Europe, Commonwealth of Independent States
  • Western Europe, Scandinavia-Contact CAT PUMPS location for nearest distributor
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• F A Q - Frequently Asked Questions
  • Buy direct
    • Can I purchase CAT PUMPS direct?
  • By-pass
    • How should the by-pass be plumbed?
    • Is there high pressure in the by-pass hose?
  • Cavitation
    • What is a Captive Acceleration Tube?
  • Center distance
    • What center distance is required for CAT PUMPS?
  • Certification
    • Are CAT PUMPS ISO certified?
  • Compatibility
    • Are CAT PUMPS used in food applications?
    • What material is best for Reverse Osmosis Desalination?
  • Condensate
    • Are CAT PUMPS condensate pumps?
  • Connecting Rods
    • Why are the tab washers used on the connecting rods?
  • Contact
    • Does CAT PUMPS have an 800 number?
  • Cost
    • Do CAT PUMPS cost more?
  • Dimensions
    • How do you calculate cubic dimensions?
  • Drive
    • Should I install a direct drive or belt drive?
    • What is the minimum RPM for CAT PUMPS?
  • Duty
    • What is continuous-duty performance?
  • Extended Storing
    • What are the requirements for extended storing?
  • Filtration
    • What type of filter is required?
  • Flushed Pumps
    • What are flushed pumps?
  • Flushing
    • What amount of flush liquid is required on C and K pump models?
  • Frame
    • What are frames?
  • Horsepower
    • How do you determine the horsepower for a pump?
  • Identify
    • How do I know what model pump I have if there are no decals?
  • Inlet Conditions
    • Do I need a baffled supply tank?
  • ISO Certified
    • Are CAT PUMPS ISO certified?
  • Jetting
    • Which CAT PUMPS are used for jetting?
  • Liquid Gasket
    • What is the benefit of liquid gasket?
  • Liquids
    • Can CAT PUMPS pump liquids with suspended solids?
    • What liquids can I pump?
  • Lubrication
    • How do you adjust the oilers?
    • What are flushed manifolds?
  • Manifold
    • What does the "K" mean in the model number?
    • What does the "W" stamped on the manifold mean?
    • What is wash out?
  • Mounting
    • Can you mount a CAT PUMP in a vertical position?
  • MSDS
    • Where can I find MSDS sheets?
  • Multiple Guns
    • Can each gun in a multi-gun system operate at a different flow and pressure?
  • Multiple Pumps
    • Will I get double the flow when I install two typical pumps in parallel?
  • Nozzles
    • What nozzle do I need?
  • Oil
    • How much oil do I put in my CAT PUMP?
    • What oil do I use for the three crankcase holes?
    • What type of oil should I use in a CAT PUMP?
    • Why do I have oil and water mixing in my pump?
    • Why is oil spitting out the oil cap?
  • Plungers
    • What causes my ceramic plunger to crack?
  • Ports
    • Which is the inlet and which is the pressure side?
  • Pressure
    • How do you determine the right pressure for your application?
    • Is PSI more important than GPM?
    • Why can't I get any pressure from my pump?
  • Priming
    • Is it necessary to prime a centrifugal pump?
  • Pulsation
    • When do I need a Pulsation Dampener?
  • Pulse Pump
    • What is a Pulse Pump?
  • Pump
    • How do I select a CAT PUMP?
    • Should I install a centrifugal or a positive displacement pump?
    • What is a positive displacement, reciprocating pump?
    • What is the best pump for a commercial carwash?
    • What is the best pump for my pressure washer?
    • Where can I get technical information about my pump?
  • Reclaim
    • Can CAT PUMPS handle reclaim water?
  • Rotation
    • What direction should a CAT PUMP operate?
  • Run Dry
    • Can a CAT PUMP run dry?
  • Safety
    • Do you have a safety brochure?
  • Seal Case
    • How do I remove a stuck seal case from the manifold?
  • Seals
    • How long will the seals last in a CAT PUMP?
    • How often should oil seals be replaced?
  • Serial Number
    • How do I read the Serial Number on a CAT PUMP?
  • Service
    • How often do you need to service a CAT PUMP?
    • Where can I get my CAT PUMP serviced?
  • Shelf Life
    • What is the shelf life of a CAT PUMP?
  • Silicone Free
    • Are CAT PUMPS silicone FREE?
  • Snap Ring-Retaining Ring
    • Why does my pump not have a retaining ring?
  • Starvation
    • What is Starvation?
  • Tab Washers
    • Why are the tab washers used on the connecting rods?
  • Temperature
    • What is the highest liquid temperature a CAT PUMP can handle?
    • What is the lowest liquid temperature a CAT PUMP can handle?
    • What is thermal shock?
  • Valves
    • Do you need an unloader valve?
    • How do you install a POP-OFF-VALVE on a DX pump?
    • Is a Relief Valve required?
    • What is the difference between QV [quiet valve] and FV [flat valve]?
  • Warranty
    • What is the CAT PUMPS warranty?
    • Where is the nearest warranty center?
  • Water Hammer
    • What is water hammering?
  • Winterize
    • How do you winterize a CAT PUMP?