Pump Performance Comparison

Intelligent side-by-side analysis powered by APE engineering expertise

10 Pumps Analyzed
459.8 m³/hr Required
72.9 m Head Required
Application Requirements
Flow Rate: 459.8 m³/hr
Head: 72.9 m
Application: Water Supply
Liquid: Clean Water

📊 Detailed Performance Comparison

Compare key specifications and performance metrics across all pump options

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6 WLN 18A
6/8 DME
6/8 DMP
VBK 35-22.5 3 STAGE
VBK 35-22 3 Stage
6X8X11L DSJA
250-200-480 4P
200-200-540 4P
8/8 CME
6 WLN 21A
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Overall Score 86.9/100 82.2/100 82.2/100 79.9/100 78.0/100 76.7/100 76.4/100 74.7/100 73.7/100 71.9/100
Pump Type
Efficiency (%) 65.0% 79.0% 79.0% 82.4% 80.0% 80.0% 76.0% 76.2% 80.0% 80.0%
Power Consumption (kW) 140.5 129.6 129.6 141.6 145.5 121.9 129.7 157.0 114.2 130.2
Head Accuracy 72.9m 81.7m 81.7m 93.1m 92.9m 77.8m 78.7m 95.5m 72.9m 83.2m
Impeller Size (mm)
Operating Point Within Range Within Range Within Range Within Range Within Range Within Range Within Range Within Range Within Range Within Range
Selection Reason Efficiency: 65.0%, Head error: 0.0% Efficiency: 79.0%, Head error: 0.0% Efficiency: 79.0%, Head error: 0.0% Efficiency: 82.4%, Head error: 0.0% Efficiency: 80.0%, Head error: 0.0% Efficiency: 80.0%, Head error: 0.0% Efficiency: 76.0%, Head error: 0.0% Efficiency: 76.2%, Head error: 0.0% Efficiency: 80.0%, Head error: 0.0% Efficiency: 80.0%, Head error: 0.0%
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* Indicates extrapolated values beyond tested curve range

💰 Lifecycle Cost Analysis

Compare operating costs and long-term financial impact over 10-year lifespan

Annual Energy Cost
6 WLN 18A
R3,077,476/year
140.5 kW × 8760h × R2.49/kWh
6/8 DME
R2,837,977/year
129.6 kW × 8760h × R2.49/kWh
6/8 DMP
R2,837,977/year
129.6 kW × 8760h × R2.49/kWh
VBK 35-22.5 3 STAGE
R3,100,646/year
141.6 kW × 8760h × R2.49/kWh
VBK 35-22 3 Stage
R3,187,019/year
145.5 kW × 8760h × R2.49/kWh
6X8X11L DSJA
R2,669,610/year
121.9 kW × 8760h × R2.49/kWh
250-200-480 4P
R2,840,430/year
129.7 kW × 8760h × R2.49/kWh
200-200-540 4P
R3,438,541/year
157.0 kW × 8760h × R2.49/kWh
8/8 CME
R2,500,454/year
114.2 kW × 8760h × R2.49/kWh
6 WLN 21A
R2,851,840/year
130.2 kW × 8760h × R2.49/kWh
10-Year Total Cost
6 WLN 18A
R80,775
Initial + 10-year energy cost
6/8 DME
R78,380
Initial + 10-year energy cost
6/8 DMP
R78,380
Initial + 10-year energy cost
VBK 35-22.5 3 STAGE
R81,006
Initial + 10-year energy cost
VBK 35-22 3 Stage
R81,870
Initial + 10-year energy cost
6X8X11L DSJA
R76,696
Initial + 10-year energy cost
250-200-480 4P
R78,404
Initial + 10-year energy cost
200-200-540 4P
R84,385
Initial + 10-year energy cost
8/8 CME
R75,005
Initial + 10-year energy cost
6 WLN 21A
R78,518
Initial + 10-year energy cost
Annual Cost Comparison
6 WLN 18A
Baseline
Reference point
6/8 DME
+R239,498/year
Cost savings vs baseline
6/8 DMP
+R239,498/year
Cost savings vs baseline
VBK 35-22.5 3 STAGE
-R23,170/year
Additional cost vs baseline
VBK 35-22 3 Stage
-R109,544/year
Additional cost vs baseline
6X8X11L DSJA
+R407,866/year
Cost savings vs baseline
250-200-480 4P
+R237,046/year
Cost savings vs baseline
200-200-540 4P
-R361,065/year
Additional cost vs baseline
8/8 CME
+R577,021/year
Cost savings vs baseline
6 WLN 21A
+R225,636/year
Cost savings vs baseline
Cost Analysis Summary
Most Efficient: VBK 35-22.5 3 STAGE (82.4% efficiency)
Lowest Operating Cost: 8/8 CME (R2,500,454/year)
Annual Cost Range: R938,086 difference between highest and lowest
10-Year Impact: R9,380,865 total savings potential

🔧 Individual Pump Overview

Detailed cards view with performance metrics and direct actions for each pump option

BEST MATCH

6 WLN 18A

86.9
Overall Score
Efficiency 65.0%
Power 140.5 kW
Head 72.9 m
Impeller mm
Manufacturer APE Pumps
description Full Report
RANK 2

6/8 DME

82.2
Overall Score
Efficiency 79.0%
Power 129.6 kW
Head 81.7 m
Impeller mm
Manufacturer APE Pumps
description Full Report
RANK 3

6/8 DMP

82.2
Overall Score
Efficiency 79.0%
Power 129.6 kW
Head 81.7 m
Impeller mm
Manufacturer APE Pumps
description Full Report
RANK 4

VBK 35-22.5 3 STAGE

79.9
Overall Score
Efficiency 82.4%
Power 141.6 kW
Head 93.1 m
Impeller mm
Manufacturer APE Pumps
description Full Report
RANK 5

VBK 35-22 3 Stage

78.0
Overall Score
Efficiency 80.0%
Power 145.5 kW
Head 92.9 m
Impeller mm
Manufacturer APE Pumps
description Full Report
RANK 6

6X8X11L DSJA

76.7
Overall Score
Efficiency 80.0%
Power 121.9 kW
Head 77.8 m
Impeller mm
Manufacturer APE Pumps
description Full Report
RANK 7

250-200-480 4P

76.4
Overall Score
Efficiency 76.0%
Power 129.7 kW
Head 78.7 m
Impeller mm
Manufacturer APE Pumps
description Full Report
RANK 8

200-200-540 4P

74.7
Overall Score
Efficiency 76.2%
Power 157.0 kW
Head 95.5 m
Impeller mm
Manufacturer APE Pumps
description Full Report
RANK 9

8/8 CME

73.7
Overall Score
Efficiency 80.0%
Power 114.2 kW
Head 72.9 m
Impeller mm
Manufacturer APE Pumps
description Full Report
RANK 10

6 WLN 21A

71.9
Overall Score
Efficiency 80.0%
Power 130.2 kW
Head 83.2 m
Impeller mm
Manufacturer APE Pumps
description Full Report
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