Single-Stage End-Suction Centrifugal Pumps for Advanced Applications

GEA Hilge MAXA CN with flange connection and IEC motor on base plate
The GEA Hilge MAXA range is made from deep-drawn, rolled stainless steel in AISI 316L (1.4404). Flexible mounting options are available, such as a close-coupled pump, a close-coupled pump with bearing bracket or a base plate pump version (with motors up to 160 kW). The GEA Hilge MAXA range employs closed impellers with optimized efficiency and NPSH. Flange or thread connections according to ANSI or DIN standards are available.
For some GEA Hilge MAXA pump sizes, an inducer for NPSH improvements is available as an option, also a channel impeller for pumping media with high solids content.
A wide range of shaft seal options is available to suit different media and applications. The mechanical seals used in the GEA Hilge MAXA range conform to DIN 24960. The single inboard seals maintain the optimum position in the liquid. This ensures efficient cleaning, lubrication and cooling.
The highly reliable GEA Hilge MAXA pumps are suitable for:
Food & Beverage
Industrial Applications
| Standard variants | Description |
| GEA Hilge MAXA Bloc | Close-coupled pump, horizontal installation |
| GEA Hilge MAXA L | Close-coupled pump with bearing bracket, horizontal installation |
| GEA Hilge MAXA Adapta | Close-coupled pump with bearing bracket and coupling, horizontal installation |
| GEA Hilge MAXA CN | Bearing bracket pump mounted on base plate, horizontal installation |
| GEA Hilge MAXA | |
| Flow | up to 1,400 m³/h |
| Head | up to 100 m |
| Operating pressure | 10 bar |
| Liquid temperature | 95 °C
(150 °C upon request) |




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