Jabsco 9700-01 Raw Water Pump for Perkins 6354 Full Cam
If you're running a Perkins 6354 diesel engine, keeping the raw water side of your cooling system healthy really comes down to one part working the way it should — the Jabsco 9700-01. This bronze-bodied pump was built specifically to handle the demands of the 6354, and it fits the engine's 3-bolt mounting pattern with the Full Cam configuration, so there's no guesswork about compatibility once you've confirmed your engine setup.
What makes this pump dependable isn't flashy — it's the fundamentals. A 316 stainless steel shaft rides on twin row ball bearings, sealed with a carbon/ceramic mechanical seal that's meant to keep saltwater and freshwater applications running smoothly for the long haul. The neoprene impeller pushes a solid 17.8 gallons per minute at 1500 rpm through 1" flanged ports, and the pump can self-prime from dry up to nearly eight feet, which matters if your intake line ever loses its prime. A replaceable wearplate also means you're not stuck replacing the whole housing down the road when normal wear catches up with it.
Whether you're doing a routine cooling system refresh or replacing a pump that's finally given out after years of service, the 9700-01 is a straightforward, purpose-built solution. It's also worth noting this pump shows up across a few adjacent engine families — Hamworthy, Leyland-Thornycroft, and Compair — so if you're working on one of those platforms, this same part may be exactly what you're looking for too.
Key Features
- Bronze pump body for corrosion resistance
- Neoprene impeller for efficient water transfer
- Self-priming from dry up to 7.8 ft (2.4 m)
- Carbon/ceramic mechanical shaft seal
- 316 stainless steel shaft
- Twin row ball-type bearings
- Replaceable wearplate for extended service life
- Coupling drive configuration
Applications
- Perkins 6354 diesel engines (Full Cam)
- Hamworthy marine diesel engines
- Leyland-Thornycroft engines
- Compair engines
- Marine raw water cooling systems
Specifications
- Port Size: 1" flanged
- Flow Rate: 17.8 gallons/min (80 liters/min) at 1500 rpm
- Cam Depth: Full cam, 6.2mm
- Mounting: 3-bolt mount
- Body Material: Bronze
- Impeller Material: Neoprene
- Shaft Material: 316 stainless steel
- Seal Type: Carbon/ceramic mechanical
- Bearing Type: Twin row, ball type
- Drive Type: Coupling drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the Jabsco 9700-01 be used on engines outside the Perkins lineup?
A: Yes. Beyond the Perkins 6354, it's also compatible with certain Hamworthy, Leyland-Thornycroft, and Compair engines, so it's worth checking your engine's pump specification before ordering if you're outside the Perkins family.
Q: How do I know if my engine uses the Full Cam version versus a partial cam?
A: The cam type affects flow characteristics and impeller wear, so it's best to compare the cam depth and part number on your existing pump housing to confirm you need the Full Cam (6.2mm) version rather than a 2/3 cam variant.
Q: What's the benefit of the replaceable wearplate?
A: It lets you address impeller-related wear inside the pump housing without replacing the entire pump body, which can extend the working life of the unit and reduce long-term maintenance costs.
Q: Does this pump require priming before startup?
A: No. It's self-priming from dry up to 7.8 feet, so it can pull water into the system on its own as long as the intake line and fittings are properly sealed.
Q: What kind of maintenance does the 9700-01 typically need?
A: Routine maintenance mainly involves periodic impeller inspection and replacement, along with checking the mechanical seal and wearplate for signs of wear, especially in engines that run frequently or in silty water conditions.
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