Syringe Pump

A pump which is used to deliver precise amounts of fluid at specific time intervals is called a Syringe Pump.

Types of Syringe Pump:

• Infusion pump : It is used to administer relatively small amounts of fluids at high, but controlled pressures.
  
  
• Withdrawal pump : It is used to remove fluid samples automatically, typically in medical or pharmaceutical applications.

Features of Syringe Pump:

• Specifications for Syringe Pumps are:
  
  • Minimum and maximum discharge flow
  • Syringe size
  • Number of pumps per assembly
  • Minimum and maximum step rate
  • Accuracy
  • Reproducibility
  • Physical dimensions
  • Weight
  
  
• Power sources for Syringe Pump are:
  
  • Manual pumps are driven by hand or foot power.
  • Pneumatic pumps use a compressed air source.
  • Pump only mechanisms and solar powered syringe pumps are also available.
  • Electrically powered syringe pumps use either direct current (DC) or alternating current (AC) wave forms.
  
  
  
• Some syringe pumps are explosion proof, corrosion resistant, portable, or run-dry capable.
  
  
• There are some others which include a control panel, battery backup, power cord, pressure gauge, strainer or filter.
  
  
• Syringe pump media include :
  
  • Acids
  • Chemicals
  • Coolants
  • Combustible fluids
  • Corrosive agents
  • Gasoline or diesel fuel
  • Non-liquid gas or air
  • Ground water
  • Hazardous materials
  • High viscosity fluids
  • Liquid metal
  • Oils
  • Potable water
  • Salt water and
  • High temperature media.

Applications of Syringe Pump:

• Agricultural Applications
• Cryogenic
• Dairy
• Food and Beverage Processing
• Maritime
• Medical
• Pharmaceutical
• Semiconductor Manufacturing Applications