Taco 132 Cast Iron 1/2 HP Three Piece Circulator Pump Review

Taco In Line Circulator Pumps are engineered to effectively and efficiently circulate heated or chilled water systems used in both residential and commercial applications. These pumps can also be used for zoning larger installs and they come in bronze construction for domestic water applications. One of the premier models in the circulator pump inventory is the Taco 132 Cast Iron ½ HP Three Piece Circulator Pump. Some of the other applications the Taco 132 can be used for primary as well as secondary systems plus parallel pumping designs.

The features of the Taco 132 Cast Iron ½ HP Three Piece Circulator Pump is that it can offer proven performance. Taco has a reputation or being one of the best pump companies in the HVAC industry, these inline pumps are also dependable and they were designed with a quiet operation which offers better pumping power and in the end can result in a longer lasting pump performance. One feature of the Taco 132 is that it has a replaceable cooler running bearing cartridge that will prolong the life of the bearings. The ball bearings are permanently sealed grease lubricated so they are maintenance free.

The Taco 132 Three Piece Circulator has a Two Piece Carbon/Ceramic Seal and a Sealide-C/Viton is also available for applications, which require higher fluid temperatures, and a more aggressive water application. The motor on the Taco 132 has sleeve bearings and is resilient mounted. It has a built in overload protector on single-phase motors. The pump has a ½ horsepower with 1725 rpm pump. It has electrical requirements of 60 Hz, 115/230volts with single phase. The Head Range of 0 to 23 Feet Head and a Flow Range of 0 to 114. The Taco 132 has a 3” Flange Connections. The pump is made from a Cast Iron material.

Each pump that is created in the factory is built according to the Hydraulic Institute Standards and is operated and tested before being shipped out. There are no special tools needed for installation and the system has a One Cartridge Bearing Assembly that fits all models. The Impeller is dynamically and hydraulically balanced. The Drive Coupling is a strong flexible rubber construction that will attract angular and parallel misalignments.

Taco recommends that you use a licensed electrician to connect your pump and they do recommend this because there are national and local codes that have to be followed. Also, hiring a licensed electrician you can be sure that your pump is going to be installed properly. Taco offers a three year warranty on all of their pumps and that warranty starts 3 years from the start up or three years and 6 months from the date of the shipment whichever comes first.

You can find the Taco 132 Cast Iron ½ HP Three Piece Circulator Pump and other Taco products at your local home improvement and local plumbing store locations. If you aren’t sure which Taco pump would be best for your application, call a local distributor and speak to a qualified salesperson today.