Franklin Electric Centrifugal SAE Engine Drive 9″
Franklin Electric 9 inch SAE engine drive centrifugal pump is a direct engine-mounted large-capacity surface pump built for agricultural irrigation, construction dewatering, municipal water supply, and water truck applications where a direct engine coupling is preferred over belt or hydraulic drive. Available at Ken’s Distributing Company (Kendisco), the 9 inch SAE engine drive model uses a double-drilled SAE bell housing that mounts directly to a compatible engine, eliminating the need for a separate bearing frame, drive belt, or intermediate coupling.
With capacities up to 2,000 GPM and heads up to 260 feet, the Franklin Electric 9 inch SAE engine drive centrifugal pump delivers the same high-volume performance as the standard 9 inch frame mount model in a more compact direct-drive configuration. Ken’s Distributing stocks this pump along with genuine Franklin Electric replacement parts for the XS3x4-9 and XS6x8-9 model variants.
What Is the Franklin Electric 9 Inch SAE Engine Drive Centrifugal Pump?
The Franklin Electric 9 inch SAE engine drive centrifugal pump is designed to mount directly to an engine using an SAE standard bell housing. SAE stands for Society of Automotive Engineers, and SAE bell housing mounts are a standardized direct-drive connection widely used in agricultural and industrial engine-driven pump applications. The double-drilled bell housing on this pump is compatible with multiple SAE flywheel housing sizes, making it easier to match to a range of engine models in the field.
The pump features a heavy-duty cast iron volute with back pull-out design, an enclosed double-keyed cast iron impeller for high efficiency and improved torque transfer, and a 1-1/2 inch 10-tooth splined shaft that connects directly to the engine flywheel. The packed-box or mechanical seal options, replaceable shaft sleeve, and external grease fittings all contribute to a pump that is straightforward to maintain in remote field conditions where service access may be limited.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Maximum Capacity | 2,000 GPM |
| Maximum Head | 260 Feet |
| Maximum Working Pressure | 250 PSI |
| Maximum Temperature | 212 degrees F |
| Rotation | Clockwise when viewed from motor end |
| Pipe Connections | NPT (XS3x4-9) or Flanged (XS6x8-9) |
| Impeller Size | 9 Inch |
| Impeller Type | Enclosed Cast Iron, Double-Keyed |
| Volute Material | Cast Iron, ASTM-A48 Class 30 |
| Power Frame | Heavy-Duty Iron, Oversized Shaft, Max-Life Bearings |
| Drive Shaft | 1-1/2 inch, 10-Tooth Splined |
| Engine Mount | SAE Standard Bell Housing, Double-Drilled |
| Seal Options | Packed-Box with Lantern Ring or Mechanical Seal (Carbon/Ceramic, Nitrile Elastomers, 300 Series Stainless Steel) |
| Shaft Sleeve | Replaceable |
| Packing Gland | Two-Piece Stainless Steel |
| Grease Fittings | Yes, External for Field Lubrication |
| Mounting | SAE Engine Mount |
Available Port Size Configurations
| Model | Discharge Size | Suction Size | Connection Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| XS3x4-9 | 3 inch | 4 inch | NPT Threaded |
| XS6x8-9 | 6 inch | 8 inch | Class 150 Flanged |
Pump Features
- Heavy-duty cast iron volute with back pull-out design and rotatable housing for ease of installation and discharge plumbing alignment
- Enclosed cast iron impeller with double-keyed connection for improved torque transfer and high efficiency at large flow volumes
- SAE standard bell housing with double-drilled configuration for direct engine mounting compatibility across multiple SAE flywheel housing sizes
- 1-1/2 inch 10-tooth splined shaft for direct connection to engine flywheel without intermediate couplings or belts
- Heavy-duty iron power frame with oversized shaft and max-life bearings for sustained high-load direct drive operation
- Packed-box seal with lantern ring or carbon ceramic mechanical seal with nitrile elastomers and 300 series stainless steel components
- External grease fittings for field-accessible bearing lubrication maintenance without disassembly
- Replaceable shaft sleeve to protect the main shaft from wear and simplify maintenance in remote field conditions
- Two-piece stainless steel packing gland for packed-box seal configurations
- Available in NPT threaded (XS3x4-9) and Class 150 flanged (XS6x8-9) port configurations
Applications and Industries
The Franklin Electric 9 inch SAE engine drive centrifugal pump is particularly well suited for applications where a direct engine coupling is preferred for simplicity and reliability in remote or mobile settings. The elimination of belts, sheaves, and intermediate couplings reduces the number of wear components in the drive train and makes the installation more compact than a belt-driven frame mount arrangement.
- Large-scale agricultural and irrigation pump stations powered by stationary engines
- Commercial water transfer operations with engine-driven pump skids
- Construction site dewatering with diesel engine-driven pump units
- Municipal water supply and emergency response pump stations
- Mining water management with engine-driven pump installations
- Light industrial high-volume water transfer
- Water truck filling stations driven by truck-mounted or stationary engines
SAE Engine Drive vs. Frame Mount vs. Gas Engine: Which Do You Need?
Franklin Electric offers the 9 inch pump in several drive configurations available at Ken’s Distributing. Understanding the difference helps you select the right setup for your power source and installation requirements.
| Drive Type | How It Works | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| SAE Engine Drive | Direct mount to engine via SAE bell housing and splined shaft | Stationary engine-driven pump stations, diesel engine skids |
| Frame Mount (Belt/Direct) | Separate bearing frame driven by belt, motor, or engine via coupling | Electric motor drive, PTO, or engine with intermediate coupling |
| Hydraulic Driven | Powered by tractor or equipment hydraulic system | Remote fields with tractor hydraulic power available |
If you are not sure which drive configuration fits your engine and installation, contact Ken’s Distributing Company and the team at Kendisco will help you match the right pump configuration to your power source.
MATERIALS AND PARTS 3 X 4 – 9/6 X 8 – 9
| Fig. No. | Part Description | Part No. | Materials of Construction | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XS3x4-9 | XS6x8-9 | ||||
| 1 | Volute Case, Flanged | N/A | 305462013 | Cast Iron, ASTM-48 Class 30 | |
| 1 | Volute Case, NPT | 305462001 | N/A | Cast Iron, ASTM-48 Class 30 | |
| 1 | Volute Case, Victaulic | 305462019 | N/A | Cast Iron, ASTM-48 Class 30 | |
| 2 | Impeller | 305462008 | 305462018 | Cast Iron, ASTM-48 Class 30 | |
| 5 | Pump Shaft (only available in shaft replacement kit) | See shaft kits | Stressproof® AISI 1144 | ||
| 6 | Bearing Frame, Packed Style | 305462020 | Cast Iron, ASTM-48 Class 30 | ||
| 6 | Bearing Frame, Mechanical Seal Style | 305462055 | Cast Iron, ASTM-48 Class 30 | ||
| 8 | SAE Bellhousing (4/5) | 305464038 | Cast Iron, ASTM-48 Class 30 | ||
| 8 | SAE Bellhousing (2/3) | 305464039 | Cast Iron, ASTM-48 Class 30 | ||
| 9 | Bearing Frame Cover | 305462021 | Cast Iron, ASTM-48 Class 30 | ||
| 12 | Shaft Sleeve | 305462022 | 416 Stainless steel | ||
| 13 | Packing Ring Set | 305731917 | Graphite/cotton | ||
| 14 | Lantern Ring | 305448010 | Acetal | ||
| 15 | Packing Gland (1 piece) | 305462044 | 316 Stainless steel | ||
| 16 | Bearing, Pump Side | 305462025 | Steel | ||
| 17 | Bearing, Drive Side | 305463145 | Steel | ||
| 26 | Lip Seal, Pump/Drive Side | 305463148 | Nitrile | ||
| 30 | Mechanical Seal Retaining Ring | 305462028 | 316 Stainless steel | ||
| 35 | Key, Impeller Shaft (2 pack) | 305450006 | 316 Stainless steel | ||
| 42 | Thrust Ring, Bearing | 305462027 | Carbon steel | ||
| 43 | Snap Ring, Bearing | 305462026 | 316 Stainless steel | ||
| 90 | Mechanical Shaft Seal | 305462029 | Carbon/ceramic/nitrile/316 stainless steel | ||
| 100 | Gasket, Volute Case | 305463138 | NA60 | ||
| 500A | Pipe Plug (4 pack) | 305463020 | 305463144 | CAD-plated steel | |
| 500B | Pipe Plug (4 pack) | 305463144 | N/A | CAD-plated steel | |
| 502 | Grease Zerk, Straight (3 pack) | 305463160 | CAD-plated steel | ||
| 503 | Water Slinger | 305464015 | Neoprene | ||
| 510 | Hex Cap Screw, Impeller | 305462030 | 316 Stainless steel, grade 5 | ||
| 520 | Washer, Impeller | 305462031 | 300 Series stainless steel | ||
| 525 | Lock Washer, Impeller | 305462032 | 316 Stainless steel | ||
| 529 | Nut, Packing Gland (8 pack) | 305463033 | Zinc-plated steel | ||
| 530A | Hex Cap Screw, Volute Case (12 pack) | 305463202 | N/A | Zinc-plated steel | |
| 530A | Stud, Volute Case (8 pack) | N/A | 305463114 | 18-8 Stainless steel | |
| Not Shown | Hex Nut, Volute Case (8 pack) | N/A | 305463033 | Zinc-plated steel | |
| 530B | Hex Cap Screw, Bearing Cover (8 pack) | 305463053 | Zinc-plated steel | ||
| 530C | Hex Cap Screw, SAE Housing (8 pack) | 305463053 | Zinc-plated steel | ||
| 531 | Stud, Packing Gland (2 pack) | 305462033 | Zinc-plated steel | ||
| 533A | Lock Washer, Volute Case (8 pack) | 305463135 | Zinc-plated steel | ||
| 533B | Lock Washer, Bearing Cover (8 pack) | 305463135 | Zinc-plated steel | ||
| 533C | Lock Washer, SAE Housing (8 pack) | 305463135 | Zinc-plated steel | ||
| Not Shown | Shaft Replacement Kit (Includes 5, 12, 16, 17, 35, 42, 43) | 305731902 | 305731904 | Misc. | |
ORDERING INFORMATION
| Pump Model | Volute | Rotation | Shaft Seal | Fit | Impeller Material | Model Description | Order No. | Wt. (lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 x 4 – 9 | NPT | CW | Packing | 4/5 | Cast Iron | XS439-SA45NP | 66040309145 | 150 |
| Victaulic | Packing | 4/5 | XS439-SA45VP | 66040309245 | 150 | |||
| NPT | Packing | 2/3 | XS439-SA23NP | 66040309123 | 150 | |||
| Victaulic | Packing | 2/3 | XS439-SA23VP | 66040309223 | 150 | |||
| NPT | Mechanical | 4/5 | XS439-SA45NM | 67040309145 | 150 | |||
| Victaulic | Mechanical | 4/5 | XS439-SA45VM | 67040309245 | 150 | |||
| NPT | Mechanical | 2/3 | XS439-SA23NM | 67040309123 | 150 | |||
| Victaulic | Mechanical | 2/3 | XS439-SA23VM | 67040309223 | 150 | |||
| 6 x 8 – 9 | Flange | Packing | 4/5 | XS869-SA45P | 66080609345 | 250 | ||
| Flange | Packing | 2/3 | XS869-SA23P | 66080609323 | 250 | |||
| Flange | Mechanical | 4/5 | XS869-SA45M | 67080609345 | 250 | |||
| Flange | Mechanical | 2/3 | XS869-SA23M | 67080609323 | 250 |
DIMENSIONS
| Size | Suction | Discharge | Connection | Rotation | Dimensions (in) | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CP | X | Y | Z | MP | H | DD1 | DD2 | N | |||||
| 3 x 4 – 9 | 4 | 3 | NPT | CW | 18.34 | 7.00 | 3.64 | 6.13 | 5.50 | 0.52 | 7.06 | 15.38 | 2.75 |
| 4 | 3 | Victaulic | CW | 18.34 | 7.00 | 3.64 | 6.13 | 5.50 | 0.52 | 7.06 | 15.38 | 2.75 | |
| 6 x 8 – 9 | 8 | 6 | Flange | CW | 20.09 | 8.13 | 4.13 | 7.50 | 7.25 | 0.52 | 7.81 | 20.82 | 2.75 |
| Size | SAE | Dimensions (in) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B1 | F1 | B2 | F2 | A | ||
| 3 x 4 – 9 | 2 | 17.615 | 11.07 | – | – | 19.25 |
| 3 | – | – | 16.115 | 11.32 | 19.25 | |
| 4 | 14.245 | 11.07 | – | – | 15.88 | |
| 5 | – | – | 14.245 | 11.32 | 15.88 | |
| 6 x 8 – 9 | 2 | 17.615 | 11.07 | – | – | 19.25 |
| 3 | – | – | 16.115 | 11.32 | 19.25 | |
| 4 | 14.245 | 11.07 | – | – | 15.88 | |
| 5 | – | – | 14.245 | 11.32 | 15.88 | |
DIMENSIONS- BELL HOUSING
| SAE No. | A | B | C | Bolt Holes | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No. | Diameter | ||||||||
| mm | in | mm | in | mm | in | mm | in | ||
| 2 | 447.68 | 17.63 | 466.73 | 18.38 | 488.95 | 19.25 | 12 | 10.32 | 13/32 |
| 3 | 409.58 | 16.13 | 428.63 | 16.88 | 450.85 | 17.75 | 12 | 10.32 | 13/32 |
| 4 | 361.95 | 14.25 | 381.00 | 15.00 | 403.23 | 15.88 | 12 | 10.32 | 13/32 |
| 5 | 314.33 | 12.38 | 333.38 | 13.13 | 355.60 | 14.00 | 8 | 10.32 | 13/32 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Franklin Electric 9 inch SAE engine drive centrifugal pump used for?
The Franklin Electric 9 inch SAE engine drive centrifugal pump is used for large-scale agricultural irrigation, construction dewatering, municipal water supply, water truck filling, and industrial water transfer applications where a direct engine-to-pump connection using an SAE bell housing is the preferred drive arrangement. It delivers up to 2,000 GPM at heads up to 260 feet.
What does SAE engine drive mean on this pump?
SAE engine drive means the pump mounts directly to an engine using a standardized SAE bell housing connection rather than being driven by belts, a separate motor, or a hydraulic system. SAE stands for Society of Automotive Engineers, and the SAE bell housing standard defines the bolt pattern and dimensional interface between the engine flywheel housing and the pump. The double-drilled bell housing on the Franklin Electric 9 inch SAE pump is compatible with multiple SAE flywheel housing sizes.
What is the splined shaft on the SAE engine drive pump?
The 1-1/2 inch 10-tooth splined shaft connects directly to the engine flywheel, transmitting engine torque to the pump impeller without an intermediate coupling or belt. The splined connection distributes torque evenly across multiple contact points rather than a single key, providing a more reliable torque transfer at the high power levels this pump operates at.
What is the difference between the XS3x4-9 and XS6x8-9 models?
The XS3x4-9 uses a 3 inch discharge and 4 inch suction with NPT threaded connections. The XS6x8-9 uses a 6 inch discharge and 8 inch suction with Class 150 flanged connections for higher-volume installations with larger piping systems. Both models use the same SAE engine drive configuration. Contact Ken’s Distributing for help selecting the right port size for your flow requirements.
How does the 9 inch SAE model compare to the 13 inch SAE engine drive model?
The 9 inch SAE engine drive model delivers up to 2,000 GPM at heads up to 260 feet. The Franklin Electric 13 inch SAE engine drive model delivers higher flow and head for applications that exceed the 9 inch capacity. If your application requires more than 2,000 GPM, the 13 inch SAE model available at Ken’s Distributing is the next step up. Contact Kendisco to compare performance curves between the two models.
What replacement parts are available for the 9 inch SAE engine drive pump?
Ken’s Distributing Company (Kendisco) carries genuine Franklin Electric replacement parts for the 9 inch SAE engine drive centrifugal pump including NPT and flanged volute cases for the XS3x4-9 and XS6x8-9 models. See the parts table above for specific part numbers. Contact Kendisco directly for additional components including shaft sleeves, seals, and bearing frame parts.
Where can I order the Franklin Electric 9 inch SAE engine drive pump?
You can order the Franklin Electric 9 inch SAE engine drive centrifugal pump and all available replacement parts from Ken’s Distributing Company at kendisco.com. If you need help confirming SAE bell housing compatibility with your engine, selecting the right port size, or identifying replacement components, the team at Kendisco is ready to assist.
Ken’s Distributing Company is a trusted Franklin Electric distributor serving agricultural, municipal, construction, mining, and industrial customers. Whether you are building a new engine-driven pump station or maintaining an existing Franklin Electric 9 inch SAE engine drive installation, Kendisco has the product knowledge and inventory to support your project from specification through long-term service and repair.