🎨 APPLICATION
AODD Pump for Paint — Paint Circulation, Transfer & Dispensing
Paint and coating transfer is one of the oldest AODD applications — the sealless, low-shear design moves pigment-heavy media without breaking down the formulation. Paint circulation loops, drum unloading and dispensing all run on AODD pumps worldwide.
Application Challenges & How AODD Pumps Solve Them
The Challenges
- ✕Pigment settling and separation
- ✕Shear damage to coating formulations
- ✕Solvent-based paints in explosive zones
- ✕Viscous and thixotropic behavior
- ✕Batch color change requiring quick flush
The AODD Answer
- ✓Sealless air-powered design handles it — no seals to leak, no motor to spark, no impeller to clog.
- ✓Sealless air-powered design handles it — no seals to leak, no motor to spark, no impeller to clog.
- ✓Sealless air-powered design handles it — no seals to leak, no motor to spark, no impeller to clog.
- ✓Sealless air-powered design handles it — no seals to leak, no motor to spark, no impeller to clog.
- ✓Sealless air-powered design handles it — no seals to leak, no motor to spark, no impeller to clog.
Recommended Pump Configurations
Pump Types
- →Aluminium AODD pumps (paint standard)
- →Polypropylene for water-based paints
- →1"–2" circulation and transfer sizes
Materials
- →Aluminium (hydrocarbon-compatible)
- →PTFE diaphragms for solvent paints
- →Santoprene for water-based coatings
Need the Full Picture?
Send us your flow rate, media properties and site conditions — our engineers recommend the pump model and material configuration for your exact application.
FAQ — Paints & Coatings
Why do paint systems use AODD pumps?
AODD pumps are sealless (no leakage of solvent-laden paint), low-shear (no pigment breakdown), and air-powered (safe around solvent fumes). They also self-prime for drum emptying and can run dry between batches.
What size paint circulation pump do I need?
For a typical circulation loop, 1" pumps handle 2-10 L/min; 2" pumps handle 10-40 L/min. Confirm loop length, pipe size and required flow with our engineers.
Can I pump solvent-based paints?
Yes — use PTFE diaphragms and aluminium or PP body. Confirm solvent compatibility with our team; some ketones and aromatics require specific elastomer selection.
Need an AODD Pump for Paints & Coatings?
Send flow rate + media details — get pump model recommendation and quote within 24 hours.