Grundfos TP 40-180/2 A F A BUBE 0.55kW In Line Circulator Pump 415v 96401990 #4463

GRUNDFOS TP 40-180/2 A-F-A-BUBE – 0.55 kW 415V In-Line Circulator Pump (96401990) #4463

This listing is for a Grundfos TP pump from the TP family of dry-rotor, single-stage in-line circulator pumps. It is a single-head, fixed-speed unit with identical in-line suction and discharge ports, designed for heating, cooling and industrial circulation duties where reliable mechanical construction and serviceability are important.

The pump uses the top-pull-out design, meaning the power head (motor, pump head and impeller) can be removed for maintenance while the pump housing remains in the pipework.

Condition: supplied as surplus / unused stock. The unit may show cosmetic marks consistent with storage and handling. It is inspected prior to dispatch and confirmed free-turning and operational.
Guarantee: supplied with our 2-year guarantee.

• Pump type: TP family – dry-rotor, single-stage in-line circulator (single-head)
• Control: fixed-speed operation
• Connection: DN40 DIN flanges (PN6/10)
• Port-to-port length: 250 mm
• Shaft seal: BUBE mechanical seal

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Key specifications (summary)

• Model: TP 40-180/2 A-F-A-BUBE
• Grundfos product number: 96401990
• Rated motor output (P2): 0.55 kW
• Electrical supply: 3 × 220–240 V Δ / 380–415 V Y, 50 Hz (listed as 415 V)
• Connection: DN40, PN6/10 DIN flanges
• Port-to-port length: 250 mm
• Shaft seal: BUBE

Typical applications

• Heating systems and boiler circuits
• District heating and district cooling
• Air-conditioning and chilled water systems
• Industrial circulation loops
• Building services and HVAC installations

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the model number mean?

• TP – TP pump range (dry-rotor in-line circulator)
• 40 – nominal diameter of inlet and outlet ports (DN40)
• 180 – head series designation
• /2 – 2-pole motor
• A – basic version
• F – DIN flange connections
• A – basic version
• BUBE – shaft seal code

What does the BUBE shaft seal code mean?

• B – rubber bellows seal construction
• U – tungsten carbide seal face
• B – carbon, plastic-impregnated counterface
• E – EPDM elastomers

Seal operating temperature (BUBE): suitable from 0 °C up to 120 °C in water duties (EPDM-limited).

Why choose the BUBE seal?

The BUBE seal uses a tungsten-carbide against carbon-impregnated graphite face pairing. This combination provides the wear resistance of tungsten carbide together with the self-lubricating, low-noise properties of carbon, offering good behaviour in clean water circulation duties and improved tolerance to brief dry running compared with hard/hard seal pairings.

What liquids can this pump be used with?

This pump is typically suitable for clean circulation liquids compatible with EPDM, such as:

• Heating system water meeting accepted water quality standards
• Cooling and chilled water circuits (above 0 °C)
• District heating water
• Condensate
• Softened water
• Clean industrial circulation liquids compatible with EPDM

Not suitable for:

• Liquids containing solid particles or fibres
• Flammable liquids
• Mineral oils or synthetic oils
• Strong chemicals or solvents that attack EPDM
• Sea water or aggressive saline solutions

Is this suitable to replace other DN40 circulators?

This model uses DN40 PN6/10 DIN flanges with a port-to-port length of 250 mm. Where dimensions match, it can replace other DN40 in-line circulators from manufacturers such as Wilo, Lowara and KSB, subject to hydraulic duty and system requirements.

Can the motor be removed without draining the system?

Yes – the pump uses a top-pull-out design, so the power head can be removed while the pump housing remains installed in the pipework.

About Our Stock

Stock code: #4463
We specialise in supplying quality pumps and equipment. This unit is supplied as surplus stock, inspected prior to dispatch and supplied with a 2-year guarantee.