Liquid Ring Vacuum Pumps

in compact design

SIHI LEMD
Sizes 27, 52, 92, 127, 162, 252, 327, 427

Pressure range: 33 to 1013 mbar abs / up to 28.9 vac. inHg

Suction volume flow: 5 to 450 m³/h / 2.9 to 265 cfm

Design
Flowserve SIHI liquid ring vacuum pumps are displacement
pumps of uncomplicated and robust construction with the
following particular features:
• Handling of nearly all gases and vapours
• Optimized for handling of additional liquid carry-over
• Non-polluting due to nearly isothermal compression
• Oil-free, as no lubrication in the working chamber
• Easy maintenance and reliable operation
• Low noise and nearly free from vibration
• Protection against cavitation as standard
• Incorporated central drain
• Standard motors, future-proof and conform with NEMA
Premium-Efficiency and IE3, IE4, etc.

The Flowserve SIHI liquid ring vacuum pumps LEMD are

single-stage ones. NOTE
During operation the pump must continuously be supplied
with service liquid, normally water, in order to eliminate the
heat resulting from the gas compression and to replenish
APPLICATION the liquid ring, because part of the liquid is leaving the pump
together with the gas. This liquid can be separated from the
Handling and exhausting of dry and humid gases, entrained gas in a liquid separator.
liquid can be handled during normal duty. The pumps are It is possible to reuse the service liquid. The pumps are
applied in all fields where a pressure of 33 to 900 mbar abs equipped with a device by which the contaminated service
/ 28.9 to 3.4 vac. inHg must be created by robust vacuum liquid can continuously be drained during operation (central
pumps. drain), if necessary.
The direction of rotation is clockwise, when looking from the
drive on the pump

GENERAL TECHNICAL DATA

Pump type LEM LEM LEM LEM LEM LEM LEM LEM
unit 27 52 92 127 162 252 327 427
50 Hz 2900 1450
Speed rpm
60 Hz 3500 1750
Maximum Overpressure bar / psi 0.3 / 4.35
Permissible pressure difference max. 1.1 / 15.95
bar / psi
between suction and discharge side min. 0.2 / 2.9
Hydraulic test pressure (overpressure) bar / psi 3.0 / 43.51
Moment of inertia of rotating parts of pump and kg . m² 0.003 0.005 0.007 0.009 0.070 0.097 0.140 0.210
water lb . ft² 0.07 0.12 0.17 0.21 1.66 2.30 3.32 4.98
Acoustic emission level at 80 mbar / 27 vac. in Hg
dB (A) 64 70 69 70 73 72 69 74
suction pressure and 1 m / 3 feet distance
dry °C / °F 200 / 392
Maximum gas temperature
saturated °C / °F 100 / 212
Service liquid
max. perm. Outlet temperature °C / °F 80 / 176
min. perm. Inlet temperature °C / °F 10 / 50
max. viscosity mm²/s / ft²/s 4 / 4.3 . 10-5
max. density kg/m³ / 1200
lb/[Link] 12
Liter 0.5 0.6 1.0 1.1 2.9 3.9 5.9 7.2
Liquid capacity up to middle of shaft
[Link] .13 .16 .26 .29 .76 1.0 1.6 1.9
Maximum flow resistance of the heat exchanger bar / psi 0.2 / 2.9
The combination of several limiting values is not admissible.

VACUUMTECHNOLOGY LEMD
133.71350.55.01 E 03/2020
SIHI LEMD

Features

Robust and reliable Based on standard motor design

• Suction volume flow up to 450 m³/h / 265 cfm • IMB 34 and 35 standard design
• Suction pressure down to 33 mbar abs / 28.9 vac. inHg • Efficiency class to IEC IE3, IE4 and NEMA
• Corrosion resistant impeller premium efficiency
• Handling of additional liquid carryover • Different voltage ranges, frequencies and
• Integrated pre-condenser with high performance protection classes
• Enhanced life time • Various certificates, for example ATEX, CSA,
UR, CC, etc.
• Further special requirements

Ready for ATEX Compact and maintenance friendly

• Built-in measurement connections • Connections top IN / top OUT or inline
• Level monitoring for start-up • Minimal space required
• Temperature monitoring during operation • Flexible inlet and outlet connections
• No special piping, adaptors and fittings required • Motor bearings greased for lifetime
• Simple and economic monitoring for ATEX up to Zone 1 • Long-life mechanical seal
• Easy maintenance

Interchangeability with former LEM series

• Same performance
• No influence regarding system performance
• No process changes necessary

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Sectional Drawing

LEM 27, 52, 92, 127, 162* LEM 162*, 252, 327, 427
with Threaded connections with Flanged connections

XXX available as Standard Spare Part

Basic Repair Kit available, including:

Mechanical seal, valve plate, O-rings, shim, screws, sealing material

Materials

Material design
Pos. Components
0E VA
0.6025 1.4408
10.10 Vacuum casing
Cast iron 316 SS
0.6025 1.4408
10.90 Central body
Cast iron 316 SS
1.4404 1.4404
13.70 Guide disc
316 SS 316 SS
1.4408 1.4408
23.50 Impeller
316 SS 316 SS
Mechanical Seal LEM 27, 52 Carbon / Al-Oxide / Perbunan Carbon / Al-Oxide / Viton
43.30
Mechanical Seal LEM 92 to 427 Carbon / SiC / Perbunan Carbon / SiC / Viton
0.6025 1.4408
72.30 Motor intermediate flange
Cast iron 316 SS
75.11 Valve plate PTFE

* LEMD 162 with threaded connections (vertically upwards) is only available in material design 0E.
LEMD 162 with flanged connections is only available in material design VA.

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Performance Characteristics LEM 27, 52, 92, 127

The operating data is valid under the following conditions:

• Process medium: - dry air: 20°C / 68 °F
- steam saturated air: 20°C / 68 °F
• Service liquid: - water: 15°C / 59 °F

Pressure of gas to be evacuated = 1013 mbar / 0 vac. inHg (atmosph. pressure), suctions volume is related to suction pressure.
Tolerance 10%.

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Performance Characteristics LEM 162, 252, 327, 427

The operating data is valid under the following conditions:

• Process medium: - dry air: 20°C / 68 °F
- steam saturated air: 20°C / 68 °F
• Service liquid: - water: 15°C / 59 °F

Pressure of gas to be evacuated = 1013 mbar / 0 vac. inHg (atmosph. pressure), suctions volume is related to suction pressure.
Tolerance 10%.
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Dimensions LEM 27, 52, 92, 127 with Threaded connections

Dimensions in mm

appr.
Motor
a1 b d* f1 h1 h 2* h 4* h5 h6 m* m 1* m 2 n* n 1* n2 o3 q2 s* w* w 1* x weight
size
[kg]
LEM 27 80 173 162.5 80 8 216 28 124 32 155 125 112.5 30 236 385 30
100
LEM 90 S 60 10 90 8 27.5 42.4
179 187.5 90 9 245 24 146 35 170 140 131.5 33 279 447 40
52 90 L 125
LEM 100 L 202 208.5 100 265 30 40 196 160 36 316 507 52
145.5
92 112 M 220 215.5 112 297 32 46 220 190 41 333 524 60
72 12 12 107 13 170 140 36 50.9
LEM 100 L 202 212.5 100 265 30 40 196 160 36 316 511 52
149.5
127 112 M 220 219.5 112 297 32 46 220 190 41 333 528 60

Dimensions in inch

appr.
Motor
a1 b d* f1 h1 h 2* h 4* h5 h6 m* m 1* m 2 n* n 1* n2 o3 q2 s* w* w 1* x weight
size
[lb]
LEM 27 80 6.80 6.4 3.15 0.31 8.48 1.10 4.88 1.26 6.10 4.92 44.3 1.18 9.29 15.16 66
3.94
LEM 90 S 2.36 0.39 3.54 0.31 1.08 1.67
7.05 7.38 3.54 0.35 9.65 0.94 5.75 1.38 6.69 5.51 51.8 1.30 10.98 17.6 88
52 90 L 4.92
LEM 100 L 7.97 8.21 3.94 10.4 1.18 1.57 7.72 6.30 1.42 12.44 19.94 115
3 57.3
92 112 M 8.66 8.48 4.41 11.6 1.26 1.81 8.66 7.48 1.61 13.11 20.61 132
2.83 0.47 0.47 9 4.21 0.51 6.69 5.51 1.42 2.0
LEM 100 L 7.97 8.37 3.94 10.4 1.18 1.57 7.72 6.30 1.42 12.44 20.10 115
3 58.8
127 112 M 8.66 8.64 4.41 11.6 1.26 1.81 8.66 7.48 1.61 13.11 20.77 132
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Other motors on request * Dimensions dependent upon motor supplier

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Dimensions LEM 27, 52, 92, 127 with Threaded connections

Connections
Execution EZ Execution HZ
LEM
27, 52 92, 127 27, 52 92, 127
N1 = Gas inlet
G1 G1¼ G1 G1¼
N2 = Gas outlet
uB = Connection for service liquid control
uc = Connection for cavitation protection G¼
ue = Connection for drain
um = Connection for manometer
G¼ G¾
u m1 = Connection for service liquid level
uk = Connection for condensation liquid - G¾
ut = Connection for thermometer - G¼

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Dimensions LEM 162 with Threaded connections

Dimensions in mm and inch

m1 m2 appr. weight
Motor size
[mm] / [in] [mm] / [in] [kg] / [lb]
132 S 170 / 6.69 140 / 5.51
LEM 162 112 / 247
132 M 210 / 8.27 178 / 7.00

Other motors on request

* Dimensions dependent upon motor supplier

Connections
Execution AZ Execution BZ
LEM
162 162
N1 = Gas inlet
G1½
N2 = Gas outlet
uB = Connection for service liquid control G½
uc = Connection for cavitation protection G¼
ue = Connection for drain G½
um = Connection for manometer
G¼
u m1 = Connection for service liquid level G1
uk = Connection for condensation liquid -
ut = Connection for thermometer - G½

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Dimensions LEM 162, 252, 327, 427 with Flanged connections

Dimensions in mm

appr.
Motor
a b d* f1 h h1 h 2* h 4* h5 h 6 m* m 1* m 2 n* n 1* n2 o3 q2 s* w* w 1* weight
size
[kg]
LEM 132 S 170 140
180 320 264.5 175 154 15 175.5 23 656 115
162 132 M 210 178
12 132 12 337 37 44 248 216 50 410
LEM 132 S 170 140
200 350 276.5 180 166 187.5 29 673 135
252 132 M 210 178
LEM 160 M 210
317 20 209 818
327 160 L 254
240 410 14,5 200 160 18 415 202 43 298 62 308 254 36 65 524 200
LEM 160 M 210
331 223 832
427 160 L 254

Dimensions in inch

app.
Motor
a b d* f1 h h1 h 2* h 4* h5 h6 m* m 1* m 2 n* n 1* n2 o3 q2 s* w* w 1* weight
size
[lb]
LEM 132 S 6.69 5.51
7.09 12.60 10.41 6.89 6.06 0.59 6.91 0.91 25.81 254
162 132 M 8.27 7.01
0.47 5.2 0.47 13.27 1.46 1.73 9.76 8.5 1.97 16.14
LEM 132 S 6.69 5.51
7.87 13.78 10.89 7.09 6.54 7.38 1.14 26.48 298
252 132 M 8.27 7.01
LEM 160 M 8.27
12.5 0.79 8.22 32.20
327 160 L 10.0
9.45 16.14 0.57 7.87 6.3 0.71 16.34 7.95 1.69 11.73 2.44 12.13 10.0 1.42 2.56 20.63 441
LEM 160 M 8.27
13.0 8.78 32.76
427 160 L 10.0

Other motors on request * Dimensions dependent upon motor supplier

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Dimensions LEM 162, 252, 327, 427 with Flanged connections

Flange dimensions according DIN EN 1092 PN 10 [mm]

40 mm 50 mm 65 mm
Flanges drilled to ANSI 150 lbs [inch] DN
1 ½” 2” 2 ½’

110 mm 125 mm 145 mm

k
3.88 in 4.75 in 5.50 in

150 mm 165 mm 185 mm

D
5.91 in 6.50 in 7.28 in

4 x 18 mm 4 x 18 mm 4 x 18 mm
Number x d2
4 x 0.63 in 4 x 0.75 in 4 x 0.75 in

Connections
Execution CZ Execution DZ
LEM
162 252 327, 427 162 252 327, 427
N1 = Gas inlet DN 40 DN 50 DN 65 (4 holes) DN 40 DN 50 DN 65 (4 holes)
N2 = Gas outlet 1 ½“ 2“ 2 ½“ 1 ½“ 2“ 2 ½“
uB = Connection for service liquid control G½ G1 G½ G1
uc = Connection for cavitation protection G¼
ue = Connection for drain G½
um = Connection for manometer
G¼ G½ G½
u m1 = Connection for service liquid level G1
uk = Connection for condensation liquid -
ut = Connection for thermometer - G½

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Service liquid consumption in [m³/h] dependent on suction pressure, speed and temperature difference
Suction pressure
[mbar] 33 120 200 400
KB FB KB FB KB FB KB FB
Pump Temperature Temperature Temperature Temperature
Speed
type difference [°C] difference [°C] difference [°C] difference [°C]
[rpm] 10 5 2 10 5 2 10 5 2 10 5 2
2900 0.04 0.08 0.16 0.05 0.10 0.18 0.06 0.10 0.18 0.06 0.10 0.17
LEM 27 0.45 0.41 0.38 0.32
3500 0.07 0.11 0.21 0.08 0.13 0.22 0.08 0.13 0.22 0.08 0.12 0.20
2900 0.07 0.12 0.22 0.09 0.15 0.24 0.10 0.16 0.24 0.10 0.15 0.22
LEM 52 0.45 0.41 0.38 0.32
3500 0.10 0.16 0.26 0.12 0.18 0.27 0.12 0.19 0.27 0.12 0.17 0.24
2900 0.12 0.20 0.33 0.13 0.21 0.33 0.14 0.21 0.32 0.13 0.20 0.29
LEM 92 0.60 0.53 0.48 0.41
3500 0.17 0.26 0.40 0.18 0.27 0.38 0.18 0.26 0.36 0.17 0.24 0.32
2900 0.14 0.22 0.36 0.16 0.25 0.36 0.16 0.24 0.35 0.16 0.23 0.31
LEM 127 0.60 0.53 0.48 0.41
3500 0.19 0.29 0.42 0.21 0.30 0.41 0.21 0.29 0.38 0.20 0.27 0.34
1450 0.23 0.39 0.66 0.23 0.38 0.67 0.27 0.42 0.64 0.26 0.41 0.61
LEM 162 1.20 1.10 1.00 0.90
1750 0.27 0.45 0.72 0.31 0.48 0.73 0.32 0.48 0.70 0.31 0.46 0.65
1450 0.28 0.46 0.75 0.30 0.48 0.72 0.31 0.47 0.69 0.31 0.46 0.65
LEM 252 1.30 1.10 1.00 0.90
1750 0.35 0.55 0.84 0.37 0.56 0.79 0.38 0.55 0.76 0.38 0.53 0.71
1450 0.37 0.62 1.02 0.43 0.66 0.96 0.44 0.66 0.94 0.42 0.61 0.83
LEM 327 1.80 1.40 1.30 1.10
1750 0.52 0.81 1.21 0.54 0.78 1.06 0.55 0.77 1.02 0.52 0.71 0.90
1450 0.47 0.75 1.15 0.52 0.76 1.05 0.54 0.76 1.01 0.51 0.69 0.89
LEM 427 1.80 1.40 1.30 1.10
1750 0.63 0.93 1.31 0.65 0.88 1.14 0.65 0.87 1.08 0.61 0.79 0.95

FB = Flow rate on once-through system

KB = Flow rate combined with partial recirculation at temperature differences of 10 °C. 5 °C. 2 °C warmer than make-up liquid.

Service liquid consumption in [US gpm] dependent on suction pressure, speed and temperature difference
Suction pressure
[vac. in Hg] 28.9 26.0 24.0 18.0
KB FB KB FB KB FB KB FB
Pump Temperature Temperature Temperature Temperature
Speed
type difference [°F] difference [°F] difference [°F] difference [°F]
[rpm] 18 9 4 18 9 4 18 9 4 18 9 4
2900 0.18 0.35 0.70 0.22 0.44 0.79 0.26 0.44 0.79 0.26 0.44 0.75
LEM 27 1.98 1.81 1.67 1.41
3500 0.31 0.48 0.92 0.35 0.57 0.97 0.35 0.57 0.97 0.35 0.53 0.88
2900 0.31 0.53 0.97 0.40 0.66 1.06 0.44 0.70 1.06 0.44 0.66 0.97
LEM 52 1.98 1.81 1.67 1.41
3500 0.44 0.70 1.14 0.53 0.79 1.19 0.53 0.84 1.19 0.53 0.75 1.06
2900 0.53 0.88 1.45 0.57 0.92 1.45 0.62 0.92 1.41 0.57 1,01 1.28
LEM 92 2.64 2.33 2.11 1.81
3500 0.75 1.14 1.76 0.79 1.19 1.67 0.79 1.14 1.58 0.75 1.06 1.41
2900 0.62 0,97 1.58 0.70 1.10 1.58 0.70 1.06 1.54 0.70 1.01 1.37
LEM 127 2.64 2.33 2.11 1.81
3500 0.84 1.28 1.85 0.92 1.32 1.80 0.92 1.28 1.67 0.88 1.19 1.50
1450 1.01 1.72 2.90 1.01 1.67 2.95 1.19 1.85 2.82 1.14 1.81 2.69
LEM 162 5.28 4.84 4.40 3.96
1750 1.19 1.98 3.17 1.36 2.11 3.20 1.41 2.11 3.08 1.36 2.02 2.86
1450 1.23 2.02 3.30 1.32 2.11 3.17 1.36 2.07 3.04 1.37 2.02 2.86
LEM 252 5.72 4.84 4.40 3.96
1750 1.54 2.42 3.70 1.63 2.46 3.48 1.67 2.42 3.34 1.67 2.33 3.12
1450 1.63 2.73 4.49 1.90 2.90 4.22 1.94 2.90 4.14 1.85 2.68 3.65
LEM 327 7.93 6.16 5.72 4.84
1750 2.29 3.56 5.32 2.38 3.43 4.66 2.42 3.39 4.49 2.29 3,12 3.96
1450 2.07 3.30 5,06 2.29 3.34 4.62 2.38 3.34 4.44 2.24 3,04 3.92
LEM 427 7.93 6.16 5.72 4.84
1750 2.77 4.09 5.76 2.86 3.87 5,02 2.86 3.83 4.75 2.68 3.48 4.18

FB = Flow rate on once-through system

KB = Flow rate combined with partial recirculation at temperature differences of 18 °F, 9 °F, 4 °F warmer than make-up liquid.

Additional liquid carry-over

Pump type max. liquid carry-over* (continuous operation)
LEM 27. 52. 92. 127 1.5 m³/h / 6.6 US gpm
LEM 162. 252. 327. 427 4.0 m³/h / 17.6 US gpm
* depending from suction pressure

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Data regarding pump size – order hints

Range + Hydraulic + bearings Shaft seal Materials Casing seal

size

A• Threaded connections, D52. D4W Mechanical seal, 0E Main parts in cast iron, 1 O-rings
vertical, standard elastomers Perbunan impeller in stainless steel
B• as A•. but with additional
connections* D5N. D4J Mechanical seal, VA Main parts in stainless
C• Flanged connections, AFJ elastomers Viton steel. external screws in
standard stainless steel, impeller in
stainless steel
D• as C•, but with
additional connections*
E• Threaded connections,
45 degrees, standard
H• as E•, but with additional
connections*

•Z two grease lubricated

antifriction bearings
arranged in the motor

27 D52
0E, VA
D5N
52
EZ, HZ
92
D4W 0E, VA
127 D4J
LEMD 162 AZ, BZ 0E 1

162 VA

252 D4W
CZ, DZ D4J
327 AFJ 0E, VA

427

* Recommended for the direct mounting of measurement devices for ATEX monitoring

Motor Selection
For our products we offer a lot of different motor types.
To identify the right motor please specify frequency. voltage and protection class.

In case of different operating conditions such as:

- Increased back pressure
- Liquid carry over on the suction side
- Increased viscosity and / or density of the service liquid
- High ambient temperatures or low ambient pressure
DO NOT use standard motors and contact the manufacturer.

Order example:
LEMD 52 EZ D52 0E 1 with 2.2 kW AC motor. 50 Hz. 230/400 Volt. IP 55

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Accessories LEM 27, 52, 92, 127, 162, 252, 327, 427

Material Design
LEM – Pump size with LEM – Pump size with
Pos. Optional Accessories
threaded connection flanged connection
27 52 92 127 162 162 252 327 427
1 45° Adaptors Stainless steel - -
2 Liquid separator - XBa Stainless steel
Steel
3 Service liquid line
Stainless steel
Brass + Polyamide
4 Anti-cavitation pipeline *
Stainless steel + PTFE
Gas ejector – GEV
5 for service liquid temperature 15°C see technical bulletin for ejectors
for service liquid temperature 30°C

Intermediate Construction:
Cast iron + Perbunan
Cast iron + Teflon
Threaded construction:
Stainless steel + Teflon
6 Ball-type non-return valve - XCk Brass + Perbunan
Brass + Teflon Flanged construction
Stainless steel + Teflon with glass cylinder:
Cast iron + Perbunan
Cast iron + Teflon
Stainless steel + Teflon
7 Support foot Cast iron
Brass
8 Vacuum relief valve
Stainless steel
9 Liquid level valve Stainless steel

* not in combination with gas ejector and / or vacuum relief valve

Additional accessories on request.

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Any changes in the interest of the technical development are reserved.

Flowserve SIHI Germany GmbH

Lindenstr. 170. D-25524 Itzehoe. Germany
Tel. +49 (0) 4821 771-01 Fax +49 (0) 4821 771-274
[Link]

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