
SANDPIPER
SANDPIPER, a brand of Warren Rupp, Inc., is a manufacturer of air-operated double-diaphragm (AODD) pumps. The brand originated in the United States and has been in operation since the 1960s, focusing on positive displacement pump technology for industrial fluid-handling applications. SANDPIPER pumps are used across a range of sectors including chemical processing, wastewater treatment, mining, food and beverage, and general manufacturing. The product line covers a wide spectrum of flow rates, from small 1/4-inch port pumps delivering 5 gpm to large 4-inch port models rated up to 297 gpm, with maximum head capabilities up to 231 ft. Construction materials include cast iron, aluminum, polypropylene, PVDF, and 316 stainless steel, allowing selection based on fluid compatibility and environmental conditions. Diaphragm and check valve materials include PTFE, Santoprene, Buna-N, and polypropylene, with options for FDA-compliant configurations in 316 stainless steel with Tri-Clamp connections. Pumps are available with NPT threaded or flanged connections, and seat materials range from polypropylene to stainless steel. SANDPIPER pumps are designed for self-priming, dry-run capability, and variable flow control via air pressure regulation. 3G Electric stocks 298 SKUs of SANDPIPER AODD pumps and repair kits, providing datasheets and logistics support for global procurement. The inventory includes standard-duty and heavy-duty models, with replacement parts such as diaphragms, check valves, and seat assemblies available for maintenance and repair. Technical specifications for each pump include maximum flow rate, maximum head, connection size, and material composition, enabling engineers and procurement specialists to match equipment to system requirements without ambiguity.
