Piston Pump for Detergents, Waxes, and Water Solubles

The Action Pump 6008 is a hand-operated piston pump that is suitable for dispensing a variety of fluids, including water-based fluids, light oils, mild acids, and corrosive soaps. Manufactured by Action Pump, a company founded in 1981 and headquartered in Cary, Illinois, this piston drum pump is constructed of polypropylene with a polyethylene piston, providing resistance to a wide range of chemicals.

The pump features an adjustable flow rate, with a maximum of 8 ounces per stroke. It has a 1/2" suction port and an overall length of 43.3 inches. The package includes a 2-5/8" pail adapter, as well as 3/4" and 2" drum adapters, making it suitable for use with 5, 6, 15, 30, and 55-gallon drums in a variety of industrial and commercial applications.

Pumps, in general, are devices that use mechanical action to move liquids, gases, or slurries (solids suspended in a liquid or gas). There are two main categories of pumps: positive displacement (PD) and kinetic. PD pumps capture and release discrete amounts of flow into a chamber, then force it out. Examples of PD pumps include fuel and oil pumps in cars, pumps in hydraulic systems, and bicycle pumps. Kinetic pumps, on the other hand, move liquids, gases, or slurries by transferring energy from the pump's movement to the flow, using an impeller to draw the flow in, add energy to it, and move it through a volute (a spiral funnel) and into the system. Centrifugal pumps, in-line pumps, sump pumps, and suction pumps are examples of kinetic pumps.

The energy sources for all types of pumps can include wind power, manual operation, electricity, and gasoline or diesel fuel.

In summary, the Action Pump 6008 is a versatile, hand-operated piston pump that is well-suited for a wide range of industrial and commercial applications, thanks to its chemical-resistant construction and adjustable flow rate. It is part of the company's broader portfolio of drum and pail pumps, as well as grease, oil, and lubrication products.

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