16-Inch Slurry Pump | HD-16000
Move More Solids. Waste Less Water.
Designed for 40-70% Solids by Weight
The EDDY Pump HD-16000 is a 16-inch slurry pump platform for very large high-solids slurry movement where flow, solids handling, production, driver selection, pipeline design, and system engineering must be reviewed together.
Built around the patented EDDY Pump non-clog design, this pump platform is available in multiple configuration paths depending on the application, power source, duty point, and deployment method.
Snapshot Spec Cards
Core Platform
HD-16000
Flow Range
10,000-13,000 GPM
Head Range
Up to 180 ft
Solids Handling
Up to 15 in
% Solids
40-70%
Production
700-1000 (yd³/hr)
Discharge / Suction
16 in / 18 in
Max Pump Speed
700 RPM
Why Choose the HD-16000?
Choose the HD-16000 when the project is beyond standard mid-size and large pump selection and requires a custom-engineered slurry transfer or dredging system.
Strong fit for very large high-solids slurry transfer, major dredging, tailings, sediment, and custom engineered systems.
Built around the EDDY Pump patented non-clog slurry pump design.
Designed for abrasive, dense, and solids-laden slurry service.
Flexible configuration options for plant, field, dredging, and engineered system applications.
Available HD-16000 Configurations
Electric Direct Drive
Best for fixed installations
and plant process applications with reliable site power.
Submersible Electric
Best for pits, sumps, basins, ponds, and submerged slurry cleanup.
Electric Self-Priming
Best for surface installations where electric power is available and the pump must pull from below grade.
Diesel Self-Priming
Best for remote jobsites, mobile pumping, and field locations without dependable electric power.
Hydraulic/HPU-Powered
Best for excavator attachments, cable-deployed systems, dredging equipment, and mobile hydraulic applications.
Best-Fit Applications
Large-scale mine tailings transfer
Major dredging projects
Large industrial basin cleanout
High-volume sediment movement
Long-distance slurry pipeline systems
Custom engineered slurry systems
Related Slurry Pump Models
HD-12000
Flow Range: 2,600–7,300 GPM
Solids Handling: Up to 11 in
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HD-16000
Flow Range: 10,000–13,000 GPM
Solids Handling: Up to 15 in
HD-1000
Flow Range: 1-200 GPM
Solids Handling: Up to 0.75 in
Compare All EDDY Pump Slurry Pump Platforms Specifications
| Pump Platform | Discharge Size | Suction Size | Flow Range (GPM) | Head Range (ft) | Solids Handling | % Solids by Weight | Production Rate (yd³/hr) | Max Pump Speed (RPM) | Spec Sheet |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HD-1000 | 1 in | 1.5 in | 1–200 | Up to 170 | Up to 0.75 in | 40–70% | 0–15 | 1,800–3,600 | Download  |
| HD-2000 | 2 in | 3 in | 50–390 | Up to 90 | Up to 1.75 in | 40–70% | 15–45 | 1,800 | Download Download  |
| HH-2000 | 2 in | 3 in | 100–600 | Up to 350 | Up to 1.75 in | 40–70% | 25–60 | 2,250 | Download |
| HD-3000 | 3 in | 4 in | 100–780 | Up to 130 | Up to 2 in | 40–70% | 45–75 | 1,800 | Download Download |
| HD-4000 | 4 in | 6 in | 250–1,200 | Up to 160 | Up to 3 in | 40–70% | 75–150 | 1,800 | Download Download |
| HD-5000 5×5 | 5 in | 5 in | 400–1,800 | Up to 225 | Up to 4 in | 40–70% | 100–175 | 1,800 | Download |
| HD-5000 6×5 | 5 in | 6 in | 400–1,800 | Up to 225 | Up to 4 in | 40–70% | 100–175 | 1,800 | Download |
| HD-6000 | 6 in | 8 in | 450–2,500 | Up to 200 | Up to 5 in | 40–70% | 150–200 | 1,800 | Download Download |
| HD-8000 | 8 in | 10 in | 1,400–3,600 | Up to 230 | Up to 7 in | 40–70% | 250–300 | 1,200 | Download Download |
| HD-10000 | 10 in | 12 in | 1,600–5,000 | Up to 240 | Up to 9 in | 40–70% | 300–350 | 1,200 | Download Download |
| HD-12000 | 12 in | 14 in | 2,600–7,300 | Up to 180 | Up to 11 in | 40–70% | 500–600 | 900 | Download Download |
| CURRENT PAGE – HD-16000 | 16 in | 18 in | 10,000–13,000 | Up to 180 | Up to 15 in | 40–70% | 700–1,000 | 700 | Download |
Selection note: Final pump selection should be based on the full duty point, including slurry density, total dynamic head, discharge distance, pipe size, elevation change, solids size, abrasiveness, available power source, and duty cycle.
Driver / Power Package Options
| Package / Spec Item | Recommended Public Value | Best-Fit Use |
|---|---|---|
| Standard Wet-End Construction | High Chrome | Use this material language in the specs table and material card. |
| Electric Direct-Drive Motor HP Options | 1,000 HP, 1,500 HP, 2,000 HP | Best for fixed plant, mill, process, and industrial systems with reliable electric power. |
| Submersible Electric Motor HP Options | Not offered as standard | Best when the pump needs to sit directly in the slurry source. |
| Electric Self-Priming Motor HP Options | 1,000 HP, 1,500 HP, 2,000 HP | Best for surface-mounted installations where electric power is available but suction lift or remote placement matters. |
| Diesel Self-Priming Engine HP Options | 1,000 HP, 1,500 HP, 2,000 HP | Best for remote jobsites, rentals, dredging support, emergency response, and field pumping. |
| Hydraulic / HPU-Powered Options | Application dependent | Best for excavator attachments, cable-deployed pumps, diver-operated pumps, dredging systems, and HPU-powered packages. |
Same EDDY Pump Platform, Multiple Configurations
The HD-16000 pump platform can be configured for multiple slurry pumping applications depending on the jobsite, power source, installation method, and material being pumped. Start with the core pump size, then choose the configuration that fits how the slurry will be collected, moved, and discharged.
| Configuration | Best Fit | When to Choose This Configuration | Link |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flooded Suction Slurry Pump |
Fixed plant, process, tank, pit, and sump applications where the pump is installed below liquid level and gravity helps feed the suction side. |
Use when the slurry source can gravity-feed the pump and the customer wants a surface-mounted installation. |
View Flooded Suction Pumps → |
| Submersible Slurry Pump | Pits, ponds, lagoons, tanks, basins, and applications where the pump operates directly in the slurry source. |
Use when suction lift is a problem or when the pump needs to sit close to settled solids. |
View Submersible Slurry Pumps → |
| Electric Self-Priming Slurry Pump |
Surface-mounted applications where electric power is available but the pump must sit above or away from the slurry source. |
Use when the customer wants surface access, clean electric power, and self-prime capability. |
View Self-Priming Pumps → |
| Diesel Self-Priming Slurry Pump | Remote jobsites, dredging support, construction, bypass, emergency pumping, and mobile field applications where grid power is unavailable. |
Use when mobility and a self-contained field package matter. |
View Diesel Self-Priming Pumps → |
| Hydraulic / HPU-Powered Slurry Pump |
Excavator attachments, cable-deployed pumps, diver-operated pumps, dredging systems, and hydraulic power unit applications. |
Use when the pump is driven by an excavator, hydraulic power unit, cutterhead system, auger system, or specialty dredging package. |
View Excavator Pump Attachments → |
| Booster / Pipeline Support |
Long discharge lines, elevation changes, high friction losses, or large pipeline transfer projects. |
Use when one pump cannot maintain the required flow and head across the full discharge line. |
View Booster Pumps → |
| Dredging and Solids Removal Systems |
Pond, lagoon, mine tailings, sediment, sludge, and industrial cleanout projects where the pump is integrated into a dredging system. |
Use when the buyer is solving a material-removal problem, not just buying a standalone pump. |
View Autonomous ModDredge → |
Not sure which configuration fits your slurry application? EDDY Pump can help match the 16-Inch Slurry Pump platform, driver package, power source, and deployment method to your flow, head, solids size, discharge distance, and production target.
Inside the EDDY Pump Difference
The inside of the HD-16000 is the core differentiator. EDDY Pump uses a patented recessed rotor and open internal flow path to help keep solids moving and reduce clogging in heavy slurry service.
Large open internal flow path for abrasive solids.
Patented recessed rotor design that helps reduce direct rotor contact with oversized solids.
High-solids slurry movement with less dependence on dilution water.
Strong fit for abrasive, dense, viscous, and solids-laden slurry service.
Standard High Chrome wet-end construction with custom material options by application.
Common Fluids Pumped
Tailings
Dredged material
Sediment
Large solids slurry
Ash slurry
Industrial solids
Materials and Construction
- Standard Wet-End Construction: High Chrome. Other materials and custom metals are available by application.
- Rotor and volute options may include High Chrome 28%, ductile iron, stainless steel, and duplex stainless, depending on application and configuration.
- Application-specific material upgrades may include stainless or duplex stainless options when corrosive, seawater, chemical, low-pH, or extreme-abrasion conditions require it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the 16-Inch Slurry Pump used for?
The 16-Inch Slurry Pump is used to pump abrasive, high-solids slurry, sludge, grit, sediment, tailings, ash, dredged material, and industrial solids in applications where conventional centrifugal pumps may clog, wear quickly, or require excessive dilution water.
How do I choose the right 16-Inch Slurry Pump configuration?
Start with slurry density, solids size, percent solids, required flow, total dynamic head, discharge distance, power availability, and installation method. Then choose the HD-16000 configuration that fits the jobsite: flooded suction, submersible, self-priming, diesel, hydraulic / HPU-powered, booster-supported, or dredging system integrated.
When should I move up or down in pump size?
Move down when the duty point does not require the 16-Inch Slurry Pump flow, solids handling, or production range. Move up when head, discharge distance, solids size, slurry density, or production target pushes the 16-Inch Slurry Pump beyond the efficient operating range.
What is the 16-Inch Slurry Pump best used for?
The 16-Inch Slurry Pump is best used for very large high-solids slurry transfer, major dredging, tailings, sediment, and custom engineered systems where abrasive, dense, or solids-laden material must be moved with less clogging and less dependence on dilution water.
Does the HD-16000 require engineering review?
Yes. The 16-inch slurry pump platform should be reviewed by EDDY Pump engineering before final selection because large pump performance depends heavily on duty point, driver selection, pipeline, slurry density, solids size, and system design.
Can the 16-Inch Slurry Pump handle high-solids slurry?
Yes. The 16-Inch Slurry Pump platform is designed for high-solids slurry service and is commonly specified around 40-70% solids by weight, application dependent.
What configurations are available for the 16-Inch Slurry Pump?
Depending on the final duty point and application review, the platform may be configured as electric direct-drive, submersible electric, electric self-priming, diesel self-priming, hydraulic / HPU-powered, booster-supported, or integrated into a dredging system.
How should the 16-Inch Slurry Pump be selected?
Final selection should be based on slurry density, solids size, total dynamic head, discharge distance, pipe size, elevation change, abrasiveness, percent solids by weight, available power, and duty cycle.