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2-Inch High Head Slurry Pump (HH-2000)

The 2-Inch High Head Slurry Pump (HH-2000) is a heavy-duty, non-clog slurry pump engineered for high-solids handling in mining, dredging, and industrial operations. Delivering up to 600 GPM at head pressures up to 350 feet, this 2-inch slurry pump combines robust construction and high efficiency for continuous operation in abrasive and viscous environments. Built with abrasion-resistant materials and a patented open rotor, it maintains powerful suction and reliable flow, even in the toughest slurry and sludge conditions.

Centrifugal slurry pump handling solid-laden liquids

Performance Highlights

  • True Non-Clog Design: The open rotor and recessed volute design allow uninterrupted flow of thick, abrasive slurries, making this non-clog slurry pump ideal for dredging and industrial sites handling heavy solids.
  • High Solids Handling: Transports up to 70% solids by weight and particles up to 1.75 inches in diameter, ideal for sludge, tailings, and high-density slurry transfer in mining and dredging operations.
  • Rugged, Abrasion-Resistant Build: Constructed with high-chrome, stainless steel, or duplex alloys for maximum durability in abrasive and low pH applications. The pump’s heavy-duty design ensures long life even under constant exposure to grit and sediment.
Skid-mounted positive displacement pump for high-viscosity fluids
  • Efficient Suction and Head Performance: This 2-inch high-head slurry pump delivers up to 350 feet of head while maintaining consistent flow from 100–600 GPM, providing reliable performance in both shallow and deep pumping conditions.
  • Low Maintenance Downtime: Minimal wear parts, a self-contained dual-seal system, and accessible service points reduce operational interruptions and the total cost of ownership.
  • Flexible Deployment: Suitable for submersible, vertical, or horizontal setups, this 2-inch discharge slurry pump adapts easily to dredging, dewatering, and process applications.

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2-Inch High Head Slurry Pump (HH-2000)

Technical Specifications

Dredge pipe discharging sand and water slurry onto shoreline

Performance Specifications

  • Flow Range: 100 – 600 GPM
  • Head Range: Up to 350 ft
  • Solids Handling: Up to 1.75 inches
  • Percent Solids: Up to 40–70%
  • Production Rate: 25-60 yd³/hr
  • Motor Speed: 2250 RPM
Dredge pipe discharging sand and water slurry onto shoreline
Horizontal slurry pump handling abrasive liquids with solid particles

Physical Specifications

  • Discharge Size: 2 inch
  • Suction Size: 3 inch
  • Pump Orientation: Can be deployed horizontally or vertically
Components of Electric cable deployed pump

Material Construction

  • Rotor: High Chrome 28%, Ductile Iron, Stainless Steel, Duplex Stainless
  • Volute Casing: High Chrome 28%, Ductile Iron, Stainless Steel, Duplex Stainless
  • Shaft: Chromoly or Stainless Steel
  • Mechanical Seal: Dual Tungsten or Silicon Carbide with self-contained seal flushing system
  • Bearing Housing: Ductile Iron or Stainless Steel
Components of Electric cable deployed pump
Pump Curve for 2-Inch High Head Slurry Pump

EDDY Pump – 2 Inch HH-2000 Slurry Pump – Pump Curve

PUMP CURVE

The pump curve for the HH-2000 highlights its ability to maintain usable flow at exceptionally high head pressures. It helps engineers evaluate performance when moving dense slurries through long pipelines, vertical rises, or restrictive systems, ensuring consistent discharge while operating near the upper limits of head without sacrificing solids handling capability.

Pump Curve for 2-Inch High Head Slurry Pump

2 Inch HH-2000 Slurry Pump – Pump Curve

Comparison Table

ModelDischarge SizeSuction SizeFlow Range (GPM)Head Range (ft)Solids Handling% SolidsProduction Rate (yd³/hr)

HD1000

1 inch1.5 inch1 – 200Up to 1700.75 inch40–70%0–15

HD2000

2 inch3 inch50 – 390Up to 901.75 inches40–70%15–45

HH2000

2 inch3 inch100 – 600Up to 3501.75 inches40–70%25–60

HD3000

3 inch4 inch100 – 780Up to 1302 inches40–70%45–75

HD4000

4 inch6 inch250 – 1200Up to 1603 inches40–70%75–150

HD5000 (5X5)

5 inch5 inch400 – 1800Up to 2254 inches40–70%100–175

HD5000 (6X5)

5 inch6 inch400 – 1800Up to 2254 inches40–70%100–175

HD6000

6 inch8 inch450 – 2500Up to 2005 inches40–70%150–200

HD8000

8 inch10 inch1400 – 3600Up to 2307 inches40–70%250–300

HD10000

10 inch12 inch1600 – 5000Up to 2409 inches40–70%300–350

HD12000

12 inch14 inch2600 – 7300Up to 18011 inches40–70%500–600

Proven Applications Across Industries

Dredging

Mining and Mineral Processing

The 2-inch-high head slurry pump is designed to efficiently move abrasive tailings, mine slurry, and concentrate waste. Its open-rotor design maintains steady flow through dense, high-solids streams, preventing clogging or excessive wear. This heavy-duty 2-inch slurry pump performs reliably in dewatering pits, tailings transport, and cyclone feed applications where uptime and suction power are critical.

Sand & Aggregates

Chemical and Industrial Processing

Handles corrosive, low-pH slurries with stability and precision, preventing scaling or buildup in chemically reactive environments. The abrasion-resistant slurry pump construction using high-chrome and stainless steel extends service life in circuits handling lime slurry, acids, and industrial by-products.

Sand & Aggregates

Oil and Gas Operations

Designed to pump drilling mud, cuttings, and sand-laden fluids both onshore and offshore. The non-clog slurry pump’s ability to move viscous, abrasive materials supports well servicing, produced water transfer, and drilling fluid recovery. Its corrosion-resistant build ensures durability in high-pressure, high-solids oilfield applications.

Power Generation and Ash Management

Power Generation and Ash Handling

Transfers fly ash, bottom ash, and high-temperature sludge from collection hoppers and containment basins. The 2-inch discharge slurry pump’s abrasion-resistant design and dual mechanical seal system minimize wear during continuous-duty ash handling and slurry recirculation, improving reliability in utility plant operations.

Construction and Infrastructure

Construction and Dredging

This 2-inch slurry pump for dredging and dewatering is ideal for sediment transport, sand reclamation, and trench drainage in confined or remote job sites. Compact yet powerful, it delivers strong suction lift for canal maintenance and small-scale dredging, where efficiency and mobility are key advantages.

Sand & Aggregates

Paper and Pulp Manufacturing

Efficiently transfers fibrous pulp stock, rejects, and thick slurries without clogging. The non-clog rotor maintains consistent flow through fibrous media, preventing wrapping and ensuring smooth slurry transfer in pulping, screening, and wastewater sections of paper plants.

Municipal and Environmental Projects

Municipal and Wastewater Treatment

Used for pumping grit, sludge, and biosolids through primary and secondary treatment processes. The high-head slurry pump’s self-flushing seal system minimizes blockages and maintenance downtime, ensuring dependable sludge transfer and digester recirculation in abrasive wastewater conditions.

Flood Control and Embankment Work

Marine and Harbor Maintenance

Ideal for silt, sand, and sediment removal in harbors, docks, and coastal areas. This dredging slurry pump’s high solids-handling capability and abrasion resistance make it effective for maintenance dredging, shoreline stabilization, and reclamation where compact, portable pumping systems are required.

Chemical Plant Slurry Transfer Optimization

Case Study

Industrial oil refinery processing crude oil into petroleum products

Challenge

A large-scale chemical manufacturing facility was facing frequent pump failures in its acidic slurry transfer lines. Standard centrifugal pumps corroded quickly, and the internal passages often clogged due to high solids and viscosity. Downtime for cleaning and seal replacement was disrupting continuous operation and causing production delays.

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Industrial Centrifugal Pump for Fluid Transfer Applications

Solution

The plant integrated EDDY’s 2-inch high head slurry pump, constructed with duplex stainless-steel internals to resist corrosion. Its open, non-clogging rotor and recessed volute design allow smooth flow of thick, low-pH slurries without turbulence or buildup. The high head capacity provided stable discharge pressure even when pumping dense process residues over long distances.

Industrial Centrifugal Pump for Fluid Transfer Applications
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Partially buried pipe section in trench for irrigation or drainage system

Result

The pump operated uninterrupted for 6 months with minimal maintenance. Equipment reliability improved by 60%, and the overall transfer efficiency increased by 25%. The switch to this abrasion-resistant, non-clog slurry pump significantly reduced downtime and maintenance costs, ensuring steady production across the chemical plant’s critical transfer network.

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Frequently Asked Questions

 What is the 2-Inch High Head Slurry Pump used for?

The 2-inch high head slurry pump is designed for demanding operations that involve abrasive, high-density materials. It’s used in mining, dredging, and industrial slurry transfer applications where conventional pumps fail due to clogging or rapid wear.

How is this pump different from a standard centrifugal pump?

Uses a patented open rotor and recessed volute design, unlike standard centrifugal pumps. This allows it to handle viscous, abrasive, or fibrous materials without losing suction or efficiency, making it ideal for sludge, slurry, and tailings.

What are the flow and head capabilities of the 2-inch slurry pump?

The 2-inch HH-2000 delivers 100–600 GPM with head capacity up to 350 feet. Its high head design ensures consistent discharge even when pumping thick, abrasive mixtures over long distances.

How many solids can this high-solids slurry pump handle?

It can pump up to 70% solids by weight and particles up to 1.75 inches in diameter. This makes it suitable for applications involving mine tailings, drilling mud, ash, and sand-heavy slurries.

What materials is the pump constructed from?

The 2-inch discharge slurry pump is available in high-chrome, stainless steel, and duplex alloys. These abrasion-resistant materials protect against erosion, corrosion, and chemical attack, even in low-pH or saltwater environments.

Is this pump suitable for dredging applications?

Yes. This 2-inch slurry pump for dredging and dewatering is ideal for sediment removal, harbor maintenance, and confined reclamation work. Its compact build and high suction performance make it well-suited for portable or barge-mounted systems.

Can it handle corrosive or low pH fluids?

Absolutely. The high-chrome and duplex stainless-steel options make this high-head slurry pump suitable for aggressive environments such as chemical processing plants or industrial wastewater systems.

How does it perform in abrasive or heavy-slurry environments?

This abrasion-resistant slurry pump is engineered for long life in abrasive applications. The open rotor design prevents material buildup, while the robust metallurgy minimizes wear during continuous-duty operations in mining or dredging.

What are the installation options for this 2-inch pump?

It can be deployed as a submersible, vertical, or horizontal setup. This flexibility allows use in stationary industrial systems, modular dredging platforms, or portable high-head pumping units.

How does this pump improve efficiency and reduce maintenance?

The non-clog design, dual mechanical seal with self-flushing system, and minimal wear components lead to fewer shutdowns. Users see improved uptime, stable flow, and lower total cost of ownership compared to conventional mining or dredging pumps.

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