{"product_id":"bell-gossett-pl-130b-bronze-pump-2-5-hp-circulator-2-flange","title":"Bell \u0026 Gossett PL-130B Bronze Pump | 2\/5 HP Circulator | 2″ Flange","description":"\u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eFor demanding applications where corrosion resistance and material purity are paramount, the Bell \u0026amp; Gossett PL-130B Bronze Pump delivers exceptional performance and maximum durability. This robust 2\/5 HP circulator features all-bronze construction throughout its liquid end, making it the definitive choice for domestic water systems, coastal installations, marine applications, and industrial processes where standard cast iron pumps would rapidly deteriorate. Its commercial-grade design and 2″ flange connections make it suitable for larger residential and commercial applications requiring both material compatibility and substantial flow capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eThe pump utilizes Bell \u0026amp; Gossett’s efficient wet-rotor technology, providing quiet, maintenance-free operation while eliminating coupling alignment issues and reducing energy consumption. The bronze construction offers superior protection against rust, corrosion, and galvanic degradation, significantly extending service life in challenging water conditions. With its compact inline configuration and standard 2″ flange connections, the PL-130B installs easily in commercial mechanical rooms while delivering consistent, reliable fluid movement. For help with material selection, read our guide on \u003cstrong\u003e[Selecting Pump Materials for Corrosive Applications]\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eAs part of Bell \u0026amp; Gossett’s proven PL series, this bronze pump continues a tradition of commercial-grade performance that mechanical engineers and facility managers trust for critical applications. Whether serving in a commercial domestic water system, marine environment, or industrial process requiring material purity, the PL-130B provides the reliable circulation that professionals specify for systems where iron contamination cannot be tolerated. Learn about its advantages in our article \u003cstrong\u003e[The Critical Role of Material Selection in Water System Design]\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__horizontal-gutter\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003cthead\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBell \u0026amp; Gossett PL-130B (1BL065LF)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMotor Power\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e2\/5 HP (0.4 kW)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConnection Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e2″ Flange x 2″ Flange\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImpeller Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBronze\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHousing Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eBronze\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Head\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e22 ft (6.7 m)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Flow\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e90 US gpm (341 L\/min)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeed Settings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eSingle Speed\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Operating Pressure\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e125 psi (8.6 bar)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Fluid Temperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e230°F (110°C)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e115V, 1-Phase\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e22 lbs (10 kg)\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eComparison Table: B\u0026amp;G PL-130B vs. Alternative Circulators\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__horizontal-gutter\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003cthead\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth\u003eB\u0026amp;G PL-130B Bronze\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth\u003eStandard Cast Iron Circulator\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth\u003eStainless Steel Circulator\u003c\/th\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLiquid End Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAll-Bronze Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eCast Iron\/Bronze Impeller\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e304\/316 Stainless Steel\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCorrosion Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003ePoor\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuperior\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication Range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDomestic Water, Coastal, Marine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eClosed-Loop Heating Only\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eChemical, High-Purity Systems\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCost Positioning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePremium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eStandard\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHighest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePotable Water Approved\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eNo\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance Requirements\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance-Free\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eMaintenance-Free\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003eMaintenance-Free\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions (FAQs)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ1: What applications require a bronze circulator like the PL-130B?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This bronze pump is essential for domestic potable water systems, coastal buildings with salt-laden air, marine applications, swimming pool systems, and facilities with aggressive water chemistry where cast iron pumps would corrode and contaminate the system. The 2\/5 HP rating makes it suitable for larger residential and commercial applications.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ2: Is this pump suitable for both heating and domestic water applications?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e While its bronze construction makes it perfect for domestic water, it can also be used in heating systems. However, for standard closed-loop hydronic heating applications without corrosion concerns, a cast iron model like the \u003cstrong\u003e[Bell \u0026amp; Gossett PL-130 Cast Iron Circulator]\u003c\/strong\u003e may be more cost-effective.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ3: What maintenance does this bronze circulator require?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The pump features a maintenance-free wet-rotor design. The rotor is lubricated and cooled by the system fluid, requiring no periodic lubrication. The primary advantage is the elimination of corrosion-related maintenance concerns that plague cast iron pumps in aggressive environments.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ4: Can this pump handle high-temperature applications?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Yes, with a maximum fluid temperature of 230°F (110°C), the PL-130B is suitable for most commercial hot water applications, including domestic hot water recirculation and hydronic heating systems within its pressure and temperature ratings.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQ5: What is the advantage of the 2″ flange connections?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e The 2″ flange connections provide several benefits:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eSecure, leak-free connections in commercial applications\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eEasy installation and removal for maintenance\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eCompatibility with standard commercial piping systems\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eReduced risk of connection failure compared to threaded fittings\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePros and Cons\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area _1210dd7 c03cafe9\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__gutters\"\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__horizontal-gutter\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"ds-scroll-area__vertical-gutter\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003cthead\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003cth\u003ePros\u003c\/th\u003e \u003cth\u003eCons\u003c\/th\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/thead\u003e \u003ctbody\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Corrosion Resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e for long service life\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigher Initial Cost\u003c\/strong\u003e than cast iron circulators\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePotable Water Approved\u003c\/strong\u003e for domestic water systems\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSingle-Speed Operation\u003c\/strong\u003e limits flexibility\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance-Free Operation\u003c\/strong\u003e with wet-rotor design\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePremium Price Point\u003c\/strong\u003e for specialized applications\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial-Grade Construction\u003c\/strong\u003e with 2″ flanges\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeavier than Composite-Bodied Pumps\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuiet Operation\u003c\/strong\u003e suitable for commercial settings\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLimited to Specific Applications\u003c\/strong\u003e where bronze is necessary\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNo Iron Contamination\u003c\/strong\u003e of system water\u003c\/td\u003e \u003ctd\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2\/5 HP May Be Overkill\u003c\/strong\u003e for small residential applications\u003c\/td\u003e \u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/tbody\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e \u003chr\u003e \u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConclusion \u0026amp; Ideal Use Cases\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eThe Bell \u0026amp; Gossett PL-130B Bronze Pump represents the professional-grade solution for commercial and industrial applications where material compatibility and corrosion resistance are critical to system longevity and fluid purity. While commanding a significant premium over standard circulators, its all-bronze construction and commercial design ensure reliable performance in environments that would quickly degrade conventional pumps.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis bronze circulator is essential for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial Domestic Water Systems:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hot water recirculation in hotels, apartments, and offices\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoastal Installations:\u003c\/strong\u003e Facilities near oceanfront or saltwater environments\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMarine Applications:\u003c\/strong\u003e Boat water systems and marine installations\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInstitutional Buildings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Schools, hospitals, and government facilities with potable water systems\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e \u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndustrial Processes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Where bronze compatibility meets fluid handling needs\u003c\/p\u003e \u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003eFor smaller residential applications, consider the \u003cstrong\u003e[Bell \u0026amp; Gossett PL-55 Bronze Circulator]\u003c\/strong\u003e, while for standard commercial hydronic applications in controlled environments, cast iron circulators offer better value. However, when corrosion resistance and material purity are non-negotiable, the PL-130B provides peace of mind and long-term reliability that justifies its investment.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContact our technical specialists today to determine if your application requires bronze construction and for assistance in selecting the right pump for your specific system requirements.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TITANPARTHUB","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52160965378279,"sku":null,"price":2226.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0794\/7806\/3335\/files\/1c951dc4-1BL065LF-Bell-Gossett-PL-130B.webp?v=1780566424","url":"https:\/\/titanparthub.com\/products\/bell-gossett-pl-130b-bronze-pump-2-5-hp-circulator-2-flange","provider":"TITANPARTHUB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}