MODEL 422

MODEL 421

MODEL 423

AURORA 420 Series

®

MULTISTAGE SPLIT CASE PUMPS

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AURORA 420 Series

®

Multistage Split Case Pumps

Capacities to 1800 GPM (409 m3/hr)
Heads to 600 Ft. (183 m)
Temperatures to 275˚F (135˚C)

Introduction
The Aurora 420 Series two-stage pumps were designed to meet today’s demanding
municipal, industrial and commercial market requirements. They meet the needs
of high head applications where single stage pumps will not suffice. Aurora’s
pumps are known for quality and reliability, and the 420 Series pumps are no
exception. The attention to detail done during the design process can be seen in
features such as the double row thrust bearings and line boring of the casing for
the rotating element, increasing the life of the bearings and the pumps. The 422
and 423 vertical pumps have the double benefit of providing space savings as well
as flood protection for the motors. Features such as these provide long life and
value that Aurora’s customers have come to expect, and truly differentiate them
from the competition.

Model 421 is horizontally baseplate mounted with a driver flexibly coupled VERTICAL
MODEL 423
STANDARD
VERTICAL
MODEL 422
OPTIONAL
SPACE SAVING
VERTICAL SPLIT
to the pump. This design is recommended where floor space is readily available RIGHT-HAND
ROTATION
LEFT-HAND
ROTATION
CASE PUMPS – PUT
THE MOTOR ABOVE
FLOOD CONDITIONS
and where flooding of the installation is not possible.

Model 422 is vertically mounted and uses flexible shafting between the
driver and the pump. This model is frequently used on difficult applications where
flooding of the installation is a possibility. HORIZONTAL
MODEL 421

Model 423 is vertically mounted with an elevated driver coupled directly to

the pump through a flexible coupling. Model 423 is very popular for installations
where available floor space is limited and where possible flooding is marginal.

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Pump Features
DISCHARGE

Standard Features
• Bronze fitted pump construction • Interwoven, graphite/Teflon® lubricated
acrylic yarn packing rings (Model 421)
• Bronze shaft sleeves
• Internal bypass between casing and
• Dynamically balanced impellers
stuffing box (first stage)
• Bronze case wearing rings
• 125# suct., 250# disch. ASA flanges
SUCTION
• Multivolute on 2" and larger pumps
• 250 psi case working pressure
• Stainless steel impeller key STANDARD OPT
• Carbon steel shaft RIGHT-HAND ROTATION RIG
• Regreaseable ball bearings
• Stuffing box bushings
• Single row ball bearing (inboard)
• Lifting lugs
• Double row ball bearing (outboard)
• Hydrostatic test DISCHARGE DISCHARGE
• Coupling guard (Model 421)
• Cast integral bearing arms
• Mechanical seals...single unbalanced
• Water slingers and grease seals
(Models 422 and 423)

SUCTION SUCTION

STANDARD OPTIONAL DUAL DRIVE

Optional Features RIGHT-HAND ROTATION RIGHT-HAND ROTATION LE
• All iron, all bronze or special alloy • External bypass between casing and
pump construction stuffing box
• Hardened 440C stainless steel shaft
DISCHARGE • Steel drip rim, formed steel orDISCHARGE DISCHARGE
sleeves (packing only) fabricated steel bases
• 316 stainless shaft sleeves • Double extended shaft (Model 421)
(mechanical seals)
• Right- or left-hand rotation
• Impeller wearing rings
• Certified performance test
• Oil lubricated ball bearings
• Packing with lantern ring (Model 421)
(Model 421 horizontal pump)
• 250# ASA suction and discharge flanges
• Mechanical seals...singleSUCTION
unbalanced SUCTION SUCTION
(Model 421) • Water cooled bearing
STANDARD OPTIONAL DUAL DRIVE OPTIONAL
RIGHT-HAND
• Stainless steel shaft ROTATION RIGHT-HAND ROTATION LEFT-HAND ROTATION

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Horizontal Pump Features

B G
C F
D
H
E

I
Model 421

A. Split Case Design F. Interchangeable Stuffing Box

simplifies disassembly. The suction and discharge piping or alignment is not for mechanical seals or packing. Packing is standard on horizontal pumps.
disturbed. Simply remove the upper casing for service or inspection. Cast Optional lantern ring has an internal water seal passage between the casing
lifting lugs are provided. Computer-machined major components with 360 and stuffing box and cannot be damaged. Mechanical seals have carbon
degree registered fits assure concentric fit. against ceramic face. Long life is assured with 303 stainless steel metal parts
and Buna-N elastomers. Several optional mechanical seals are available.
B. Dynamically Balanced Impellers
are keyed to shaft and secured by adjustable shaft sleeves. Opposed suction G. Grease Lubrication
design balances out hydraulic thrust loads. Vacuum cast process and proven purges old grease from bearings. Oil lubrication is optional on horizontal
design provide high efficiency and performance characteristics. pumps. Lube fittings conveniently located for quick accessibility and provide
positive bearing lubrication. Oil seals and nonsparking neoprene rotating
C. Bronze Shaft Sleeve slingers protect both bearings during pump operation and washdowns.
prevents shaft wear, is slip fit over the shaft, keylocked and extends the
entire length of each stuffing box. Shaft sleeves and impeller are sealed by H. Bearings
Teflon® coated steel gaskets to eliminate corrosion of the shaft by the selected for 50,000 hour minimum life at maximum load. Average bearing
pumped liquid. This eliminates the need for high cost, special stainless steel life 5 x minimum. Double row thrust ball bearing is standard on all models.
or Monel® shafts. Short bearing span holds shaft deflection to .002" at face of stuffing box
at maximum load. Integral bearing arms eliminate bearing misalignment and
D. Left-Hand Rotation simplify service.
can be readily provided with standard parts. Tandem drive pumps require only
a different shaft. I. Certified Performance
with positive suction pressure or with a suction lift is available on each pump
E. Case Wearing Rings for customer approval. Pumps are all hydrostatically tested.
and throttle bushings prevent wear on the pump casing and are easily and
inexpensively replaced.
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A
Vertical Pump Features
Benefits
Less floor space required. Typically 1/2 the floor space of a
comparable Horizontal Split Case.
B
Inline piping arrangement allows piping in any direction.

Elevated motor protects against potential flooding if the pump

station is in a low area.

C Model 423 Key Features

D Features described for the horizontal pumps are also found in the
vertical pumps.

A. Coupling Alignment
with true alignment is vital to long life and proper performance. To maintain
proper coupling alignment the mounting bracket is rabbet fitted to the motor.

B. Mechanical Seals
used with standard construction include carbon against ceramic face for
optimum hot water performance. Long life is also assured with 303 stainless
steel metal parts and Buna-N elastomers.

E
C. Bearing Protection
EXTERNAL UPPER SEAL FLUSH in the form of grease seals and water slingers is provided to protect the
bearings from contamination.

D. Cast Iron Drip Rim Base

assures that accurate positioning of the base is assured by the mounting
base. A drip rim is incorporated in the base design to control condensation
and leakage.

E. Standard External Upper Seal Flush

eliminates air entrapment on the upper mechanical seal and lengthens seal.

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Range Charts
1400
3600 RPM
Individual performance curves should be checked for final selection.
1200 For selections not shown on this chart, please refer to the factory.

5x5x12
Power Frame No. 2 Power Frame No. 5A
Power Frame No. 4A
1000

800
HEAD IN FEET

6x6x12
35
0H

40
P
30

0H
0H

35
P

0
P

600 H
25

30 P
0
12

0
30 H

HP

HP
5H

20

2.5x3x12A
P

0H
P

P
15
0H

2x2.5x12A
60

400
HP
50
HP
40
20 HHP
15

HP
P

30
HP P

200
25
H

0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 2000
GALLONS PER MINUTE

700
1800 RPM
Individual performance curves should be checked for final selection.
600 For selections not shown on this chart, please refer to the factory.
Power Frame No. 2 Power Frame No. 4
Power Frame No. 3 Power Frame No. 5
500
4x5x15 6x8x17A
3x4x14B
20
60

75 0H
10

400
HEAD IN FEET

HP

H P
0H

3x4x14A P
P

5x6x15 15
0H
12 P
60 5
H 6x8x17B
75

HP P
HP

15
5505

0H
0 0H

300 P
HH

10
60
PPP

0 12
5H
HP

H P
P 12
40
15 HP

5 HP
HP
2x2.5x12A

60 10
2x2.5x12B

HP 0 HP
75 10
30

H 75 0H
HP3

200 60 P HP P
20

H
0

P
HP
2.5x3x12AH P

25
7.5 H

HP P
20
P

100
3 HP

7.5
5H

HP
P

0 200 400 600 800 1000 1200 1400 1600 1800 2000
GALLONS PER MINUTE

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Range Charts
3000 RPM
Individual performance curves should be checked for final selection.
300 For selections not shown on this chart, please refer to the factory.
Power Frame No. 2 Power Frame No. 5A
Power Frame No. 4A
250
HEAD IN METERS

200
5x5x12
6x
6x
15 12
0
kW
150
2x2

18
6k
30 k

11 15 W
.5x1

2.5x3x12A 2
kW 0k
W

37 93 W
kW 56
2A

kW kW
22 k W
18

30 75
.5
W

kW
100 kW
k

22
18 kW
15

.5
kW

kW
11

15
kW

5.
7.5

5 kW
50 kW
kW

11
kW

0
0 25 50 75 100 125 150 175 200 250 300
CUBIC METERS PER HOUR

1500 RPM
Individual performance curves should be checked for final selection.
150 For selections not shown on this chart, please refer to the factory.
Power Frame No. 2 Power Frame No. 4
Power Frame No. 3 Power Frame No. 5
125

90
kW
100
HEAD IN METERS

11
0
kW
4x5x15
3x4x14B 75
6x8x17A
kW
45
30

kW
22

kW

90
kW

37

75 6x8x17B kW
kW

3x4x14A
45

55

75
kW

kW

55 kW
30

kW
kW

2" 1923A 5x6x15

22
4k

45
kW
W

kW 55
2x2.5x12A

50 kW
37
18
2x2.5x12B

.5

kW
30

37
7.

kW

22 kW
k
5

W
kW

kW
2.5x3x12A

11
2.2

kW
kW

25
7.
5k
1.1

W
3k
kW

0
0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450
CUBIC METERS PER HOUR

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Pump Dimensions
CL DISCHARGE
CP
W
M YY X
KEYWAY
AB - WIDE V
AC - DEEP AA DISCHARGE
O
U
S
Z
D
4-H
HOLES
AD R R SUCTION E E
B G Model 421 – Right-Hand Rotation
A

Pump Size
Power Series
Model

Case Bore
Suction
Disch.

A B D E G H M O R S U V W X Z AA AB AC AD CP YY
2x2.5x12A/ 8 10 9 3-1/2 3/4 5/8 4-3/4 19 4 4 1-1/8 2-3/4 15-3/4 10 5-1/2 2 1/4 1/8 10-1/2 26-1/4 10-1/4
2 2-1/2 12 2
2x2.5x12B (203) (254) (229) (89) (19) (16) (121) (483) (102) (102) (29) (70) (400) (254) (140) (51) (6) (3) (268) (667) (260)
8 10 9 3-1/2 3/4 5/8 5-3/8 19 4 4 1-1/8 2-3/4 15-7/8 11 5-1/2 2 1/4 1/8 10-1/2 26-1/4 11
2.5x3x12A 2-1/2 3 12 2
(203) (254) (229) (89) (19) (16) (137) (483) (102) (102) (29) (70) (403) (279) (140) (51) (6) (3) (268) (667) (279)
3x4x14A/ 10 12 10 4-1/4 7/8 3/4 6-3/4 21 5 4-1/2 1-3/8 3 18-3/4 12 6 2 3/8 3/16 12 31 12-3/8
3 4 14 3
3x4x14B (254) (305) (254) (108) (22) (19) (171) (533) (127) (114) (35) (76) (476) (305) (152) (51) (10) (5) (305) (787) (314)
10 12 11 4-1/4 7/8 3/4 7-1/8 23 5 5 1-3/8 3 18-7/8 13 6-1/2 2 3/8 3/16 12 31 13-1/2
4x5x15 4 5 15 3
(254) (305) (279) (108) (22) (19) (181) (584) (127) (127) (35) (76) (479) (330) (165) (51) (10) (5) (305) (787) (343)
15 16 14 6-1/2 1 7/8 6-5/8 24-1/4 7 7 1-1/2 3-5/8 20-7/8 13 7 2-1/2 3/8 3/16 12-1/2 35-3/8 13
5x5x12 5 5 12 4A
(381) (305) (356) (165) (25) (22) (168) (616) (178) (178) (38) (92) (530) (330) (178) (64) (10) (5) (318) (899) (330)
12 14 12-1/2 5 1 7/8 9-1/8 24-1/2 6 5-1/2 1-1/2 3-1/2 21-1/8 15 7-1/2 2 3/8 3/16 13 34-1/2 15-7/16
5x6x15 5 6 15 4
(305) (356) (318) (127) (25) (22) (232) (622) (152) (140) (38) (89) (537) (381) (191) (51) (10) (5) (330) (876) (392)
16 19 15 7 1 7/8 7-1/2 26-1/4 8-1/2 8 1-3/4 4 22-7/8 14 8 2-3/4 3/8 3/16 12-3/4 38-1/2 14
6x6x12 6 6 12 5A
(406) (483) (381) (178) (25) (22) (191) (667) (216) (203) (44) (102) (581) (356) (203) (70) (10) (5) (324) (978) (356)
6x8x17A/ 12 14 14-3/4 5 1 7/8 11 28-1/4 6 7 1-3/4 4 24-1/2 16 9 2-7/8 3/8 3/16 15 38 16-1/2
6 8 17 5
6x8x17B (305) (356) (375) (127) (25) (22) (279) (718) (152) (178) (44) (102) (622) (406) (229) (73) (10) (5) (381) (965) (419)
6x8x16/ 16/ 12 14 16.50 5 1 .88 10.50 33.50 6 8.25 1.75 4 23.63 19 7.75 2.88 3/8 3/16 15 37.88 17
6 8 5
6x8x16B 16B (305) (356) (419) (127) (25) (22) (267) (851) (152) (210) (44) (102) (600) (483) (197) (73) (10) (5) (381) (962) (432)

KEYWAY
AA - LONG
AB - WIDE
AC - DEEP
U A A SUCTION DISCHARGE Model 422 – Right-Hand Rotation
YY X
Notes – Apply to all models:
W
1. All dimensions are in inches (mm).
V
S Z 2. Dimensions may vary ± 3/8" (10).
CP VE 3. Not for construction purposes unless certified.
4. Suction and discharge flanges – American Standard flat face.
8-3/4 DRILLS
ON HV D.B.C.
1-3/4 M
BC DISCHARGE Apply to Model 421 only:
SECTION A-A (TOP VIEW)
SUCTION 5. *5x5x12 and 6x6x12 Standard 150# Suction Flanges and 300# Discharge Flanges.
A
DIA. 6. †5x5x12 and 6x6x12 Opt. 300# Flanges.

Pump Size
Power Series

STD.
Model

Case Bore
Suction
Disch.

125#
A M S U V W Z AA AB AC BC CP HV VE X YY SUCTION
OPT.
2x2.5x12A/ 18 4-3/4 4 1-1/8 2-3/4 15-3/4 5-1/2 2 1/4 1/8 10 28-5/8 16-1/4 12-7/8 10 10-1/4 FLANGES
2 2-1/2 12 2 250#
2x2.5x12B (457) (121) (102) (29) (70) (400) (140) (51) (6) (3) (254) (651) (413) (327) (254) (260) &
FLANGES†
18 5-3/8 4 1-1/8 2-3/4 15-7/8 5-1/2 2 1/4 1/8 10 28-5/8 16-1/4 12-3/4 11 11 250#
2.5x3x12A 2-1/2 3 12 2 DISCHARGE
(457) (137) (102) (29) (70) (403) (140) (51) (6) (3) (254) (651) (413) (324) (279) (279)
3x4x14A 22 6-3/4 4-1/2 1-3/8 3 18-3/4 6 2 3/8 3/16 11 33-1/2 20 14-3/4 12 12-3/8 FLANGES*
3 4 14 3
8 3x4x14B (559) (171) (114) (35) (76) (476) (152) (51) (10) (5) (279) (851) (508) (375) (305) (314)
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MOTOR MOUNTED BY OTHERS Pump Dimensions

P DIA. AG
APPROX. APPROX. SUCTION DISCHARGE
YY X
2-5/8 NC.
TAPS
S Z
A A
W
CP

8-3/4 DRILLS
VE 1 ON HV D.B.C.
BC 1-3/4 VE 2
SECTION A-A
DIA. M
A
3/4 NPT DRAIN Model 423 – Right-Hand Rotation

Pump Size CP
Power Series
Model

Case Bore
Suction
Disch.

143HP– 284HP–
A M S W Z BC 256HP 404HP HV VE X YY
2x2.5x12A/ 18 4-3/4 4 15-3/4 5-1/2 10 32-1/8 34 16-1/4 12-7/8 10 10-1/4
2 2-1/2 12 2
2x2.5x12B (457) (121) (102) (400) (140) (254) (816) (864) (413) (327) (254) (260)
18 5-3/8 4 15-7/8 5-1/2 10 32-1/8 34 16-1/4 12-3/4 11 11
2.5x3x12A 2-1/2 3 12 2
(457) (137) (102) (403) (140) (254) (816) (864) (413) (324) (279) (279)
3x4x14A 22 6-3/4 4-1/2 18-3/4 6 11 37-3/8 39-3/4 20 14-3/4 12 12-3/8
3 4 14 3
3x4x14B (559) (171) (114) (476) (152) (279) (949) (1010) (508) (375) (305) (314)

143 145 182 184 213 215 254 256 284 286 324 326 364 365 404
Frame

HP HP HP HP HP HP HP HP HP HP HP HP HP HP HP
P 8 8 10 10 11 11 13 13 16 16 18 18 20 20 22
AG 11 12 13 14 16 18 20 22 23 24 25 27 32 32 35

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Engineering Specifications
Models 421, 422 and 423 Pump sizes 2" and larger are to be of the multivolute design.
Drain openings must be provided in the bearing arms for removal
Horizontal Split Case of lubricating liquid. Impellers shall be of the enclosed, opposed
Furnish and install as shown on the plans…right-hand (left- suction type and shall be of vacuum cast bronze ( ____ ). Impellers
hand) Aurora model (horizontal-421) (vertical-422 open shaft) shall be dynamically balanced and securely fastened to the shaft
(vertical-423 flexible coupled) type split case, opposed suction, by key and screw locked shaft sleeves. The vanes shall be designed
multistage centrifugal pump, Size ____ x ____ x ____ of to reduce noise. The pump shaft shall be made of high grade SAE
bronze fitted (all bronze) (all iron) (stainless steel) construction. 1045 steel or equal, accurately machined to give a true running
The pump shall be capable of delivering at design conditions a rotating element. The minimum dia. acceptable will be ____ ".
capacity of ____ GPM when operating against a total dynamic The shaft shall be protected from wear by bronze ( ____ ) sleeves
Head of ____ feet, with a temperature of ____ ˚F, specific which are key locked and threaded so that the sleeves tighten with
gravity ____. Pump shall have minimum guaranteed efficiency the rotation of the shaft. Teflon® coated steel gaskets must be
at design capacity of ____ %. Pump must also be capable of provided between the impeller hub and the shaft sleeves to prevent
delivering a maximum of ____ GPM when operating against a pumped liquid from corroding the shaft.
head of ____ feet, and at this condition shall have a minimum
efficiency of ____ %. Minimum shut-off head acceptable will be Pump shall be equipped with easily renewable bronze ( ____ )
____ feet. Pump shall operate at a maximum synchronous speed casing rings (impeller wearing rings) so designed that hydraulic
of ____ RPM. pressure will seat them against a shoulder in the pump case
around the full periphery of the wearing ring. The wear rings will
A unit operating at a lesser rotative speed will be considered, but in be locked in place by dowelling to prevent rotation. The rotating
no event will a pump operating at more than the maximum speed element shall be mounted in heavy duty grease lubricated ball
specified be acceptable. The pump casing halves shall be of the bearings and shall be equipped with water slingers on side next
inline piping design and will be constructed of Class 30 cast iron to pump glands.
having a minimum tensile strength of 30,000 psi and shall be
of sufficient thickness to withstand stresses and strains at full Bearing housings shall be so designed to flush lubricant through
operating pressures. and provide continuous cleaning of bearing surfaces and maximum
protection against overheating. The bearing housings are to be of
Casings shall be subject to a hydrostatic pressure test at 150% C.I. and shall be furnished with a set of regreaseable (optional oil
of the specified duty point. Bearing housing supports, suction and lubricated on Model 421) bearings for both radial and thrust loads.
discharge flanges shall be integrally cast with the lower half of The bearings shall have an average life of 250,000 hours and shall
the casing. Removal of the upper half of the casing must allow the be mounted in machined, moisture and dust-proof housings. The
rotating element to be removed without disconnecting the suction housings are to have register fits and then be bolted to the pump
and discharge piping. The upper casing is to be dowel aligned to casing to ensure permanent alignment.
the lower casing.

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Engineering Specifications
Model 421 Model 422
Stuffing boxes shall be placed on both sides of the pump centerline Vertical open shaft pumps are to be driven through flexible shafting
to seal the pump shaft. All packed pumps having a suction lift with ____ dia. tubing and intermediate bearings. Shafting must
have a first-stage lantern ring connected to the pressure side of be of sufficient size to transmit required horsepower and must be
the pump by a cored passage in the parting flange of the pump. provided with a slip spline which will permit removal of the pump
The stuffing boxes shall be equipped with heavy, cast, split glands rotating assembly without removing any section of intermediate
with extra length for easy removal for packing inspection and shafting, bearings, suction or discharge piping.
maintenance. Pump and motor shall be mounted on a common
heavy baseplate of (steel drip rim) (formed steel) (structural steel).
Model 423
Pump and motor must be checked for alignment after the pump
Vertical flexible coupled pumps shall be furnished with a cast
base has been installed and grouted in place, in accordance with
iron motor bracket which is to be bolted to the vertical casing.
the standards of the Hydraulic Institute. There shall be no strain
The motor bracket must be machined with a register fit to ensure
transmitted to the pumps.
proper alignment of motor and pump shaft.

Models 422 and 423 Models 421 and 423

Mechanical seal boxes shall be placed on both sides of the pump
The pumps shall be flexible coupled to a standard (horizontal)
centerline to seal the pump shaft. Each pump is to be furnished
(vertical) NEMA ____ hp, ____ phase, ____ hertz, ____ volts,
with mechanical seals with all metal parts to be 303 stainless
____ RPM (drip-proof) (tot. encl.) (hazardous location) motor.
steel with Buna-N elastomers, ceramic seat and carbon washer.
A bypass line must be provided for the upper seal between the
seal faces and the discharge flange to assure adequate venting
of the seal chamber and to provide lubrication. All pumps shall be
provided with a cored passage in the parting flange of the pump to
provide additional circulation to first-stage seal. The mechanical
seal boxes shall be equipped with heavy, cast, one piece, O-ring
sealed glands. The pump shall be supported by a cast iron drip
rim base.

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