C.R.I Pumps by Warthog Agencies

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More than a pump.
The right solution.

Warthog Agencies brings the internationally recognised CRI domestic pump range to Southern Africa — with the technical support to match.

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01 / The CRI story

Pumping trust. Worldwide.

More than six decades of global engineering excellence, now backed by people who understand the South African market.

Warthog Agencies is proud to introduce the internationally recognised CRI Pumps range to Southern Africa. As an authorised distributor of the CRI domestic range, we supply premium pumps, motors, controllers and complete water-management solutions to retail partners serving residential, agricultural, commercial and light-industrial applications.

Whether you are selecting a borehole system, upgrading a pressure pump or planning dependable water transfer, CRI delivers efficiency, reliability and long-term performance — with the public able to purchase the range through participating BUCO stores.

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02 / Why CRI

Engineered for reliability.

When performance matters, you need more than a pump — you need the right solution backed by a trusted distribution network.

01

Trusted manufacturing

Globally recognised CRI quality with an extensive engineered range.

02

Right-size advice

Technical guidance to match pump, controller and application.

03

Energy-aware design

Efficient solutions that help reduce operating costs.

03 / Residential catalogue structure

The CRI range, section by section.

The product information below follows the supplied Residential Catalog 50Hz sequence, with web-ready tables, product images, exploded views and performance references.

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Catalogue section 01 / Submersible pump kits & motors

MK Series & L4A Motors

The Maxi-Kit (MK Series) is an all-in-one 3-inch and 4-inch submersible borehole pump solution supplied complete with motor, cable, safety rope, base plate, adaptor, and control box. Paired with high-efficiency L4A 4-inch oil-filled submersible motors.

CRI MK Series Submersible Pump Kit
Applications
  • Residential borehole supply
  • Farm & agricultural water transfer
  • Domestic water storage filling
  • Shallow and deep well pumping
Included Kit Accessories
  • 1Ph Control box
  • Borehole base plate
  • 3-Core submersible cable
  • Safety rope
  • Adaptor (3MK: 25mm / 4MK: 32mm)

3MK Series Performance (1" BSPP Outlet)

ModelPump ModelMotorkWStagesFlow Range (m³/h)Head Range (m)
3MK-1S3Y-1/10L3Y-02N0.25100–2.443–16
3MK-2S3Y-1/15L3Y-03N0.37150–2.465–24
3MK-3S3Y-1/22L3Y-04N0.55220–2.495–36

4MK Series Performance (1¼" BSPP Outlet)

ModelPump ModelMotorkWStagesFlow Range (m³/h)Head Range (m)
4MK-1S4Y-2A/11L4Y-05N0.55110–3.678–23
4MK-2S4Y-2A/14L4Y-07N0.75140–4.299–30
4MK-3S4Y-3A/16L4Y-11N1.10160–4.8121–29

L4A 4" Oil-Filled Motors (1Ph & 3Ph)

Motor ModelPower (kW / HP)Full Load CurrentCapacitorCompatible Control Panels
L4A-03N / 03T0.37 kW / 0.5 HP3.6A (1Ph) / 1.1A (3Ph)15 µFCP-5LE-03M / EPP-5LD-03NE / EPP-5W1-07-40-T
L4A-05N / 05T0.55 kW / 0.75 HP4.8A (1Ph) / 1.9A (3Ph)20 µFCP-5LE-05M / EPP-5LD-05NE-0.55kW / EPP-5S1-55-110-T
L4A-07N / 07T0.75 kW / 1.0 HP6.3A (1Ph) / 2.4A (3Ph)30 µFCP-5LE-07M / EPP-5LD-07NE-0.75kW / EPP-5W1-130-150-T
L4A-11N / 11T1.10 kW / 1.5 HP8.6A (1Ph) / 3.15A (3Ph)40 µFCP-5LE-11M / EPP-5LD-2.20 kW
L4A-15N / 15T1.50 kW / 2.0 HP11.5A (1Ph) / 4.2A (3Ph)50 µFCP-5LE-15M / ELCON PLUS 3 PHASE
L4A-22N / 22T2.20 kW / 3.0 HP15.0A (1Ph) / 6.0A (3Ph)60 µFCP-5LE-22M / EPP-5LD 07-40-T / EPP-5LD 55-75-T
MK Series Submersible Pump Kit Accessories
Supplied Package Accessories & Drop Cable Lengths
CRI 4-inch Oil-Filled Motor and Control Panel Selection
L4A Oil-Filled Motor Range & Elcon Control Panels
Catalogue section 02 / Peripheral pumps

PE Series

C.R.I. PE Series peripheral pumps are compact, high-head surface pumps for domestic water transfer, garden and fountain duty, pressure boosting and domestic RO feed-water applications.

CRI PE Series peripheral pump exploded view
Applications
  • Residences
  • Gardens & fountains
  • Pressure boosting
  • Landscaping
  • Domestic RO feed water
Key features
  • Compact construction
  • High head performance
  • Single-phase 220–230V, 50Hz
  • S1 continuous duty
  • Thermal protection on single-phase models

Technical specifications

SpecificationCatalogue value
Power0.37 & 0.75 kW
Speed2850 rpm
Duty / protectionS1 continuous duty / IP54
InsulationClass B
Flow range1–2.4 m³/h
Head range5–55 m
Maximum suction lift6 m
Maximum operating pressure5.5 bar
ModelsPEM-3NE, PEM-7N, PEM-3N-QF, PEM-7N-QF

Material of construction

PartMaterial
Pump casingCast iron
ImpellerBrass
Pump shaftStainless steel
Shaft sealMechanical seal (ceramic & carbon)

Performance selection

ModelPowerFlow rangeHead range
PEM-3NE / PE-3N-QF0.37 kW1–1.8 m³/h5–38 m
PEM-7N / PE-7N-QF0.75 kW1–2.4 m³/h8–55 m
PE Series exploded view
Exploded view / PE Series components
PE Series general arrangement drawing
General arrangement drawing
PE Series model identification code
Model identification code (MIC)
Catalogue section 03 / Centrifugal monoblock pumps

ACM Series

ACM Series centrifugal monoblock pumps combine a rigid monoblock design with radial-flow hydraulics for dependable transfer, irrigation and pressure applications. The range reaches flows up to 65 m³/h and heads up to 35 m.

CRI ACM Series centrifugal monoblock pump
Applications
  • Water transfer
  • Irrigation
  • Sprinkler systems
  • Cooling-water supply
  • RO feed water
  • Pressure boosting
Key features
  • Back pull-out design
  • High hydraulic efficiency
  • Cast-iron and aluminium-frame variants
  • Single- and three-phase options
  • Mechanical seal with ceramic / carbon faces

Technical specifications

SpecificationCatalogue value
Power range0.75–2.2 kW
Speed2850 rpm
Flow / headUp to 65 m³/h / up to 35 m
DutyS1 continuous duty
Motor versions1Ph 220–230V or 3Ph 380–415V, 50Hz
Maximum working pressureUp to 3.5 bar
HydraulicsRadial-flow impeller, mechanical seal
ModelsACM-40S, ACM-54, ACM-42, ACM-23S, ACM-34, ACM-64 variants

Material of construction

PartMaterial
CasingCast iron / aluminium frame options
ImpellerBrass or cast iron by model
ShaftStainless steel
SealMechanical seal (ceramic & carbon)

Performance selection

Model familyPower rangeUse the curve for
ACM-40S0.75–1.5 kWDomestic transfer and pressure
ACM-54 / ACM-421.1–2.2 kWHigher flow transfer
ACM-23S / ACM-34 / ACM-640.75–2.2 kWIrrigation and commercial duty
ACM Series exploded view
Exploded view / ACM Series
ACM Series performance curve
Performance curves
Catalogue section 04 / Centrifugal monoblock pumps

CT Series

CT Series horizontal single-stage monoblock pumps are built for efficient water transfer, irrigation, sprinklers, fountains and pressure boosting. The range includes CTS, CTB and CTB2 configurations.

CRI CT Series centrifugal monoblock pump
Applications
  • Residences & commercial buildings
  • Gardens
  • Agriculture
  • Sprinkler systems
  • Fountains
  • Cooling-water supply
Key features
  • High efficiency
  • Back pull-out design
  • Thermal protection on single-phase models
  • Robust monoblock construction
  • Single- and three-phase models

Technical specifications

SpecificationCatalogue value
Power range0.37–2.2 kW
Speed2850 rpm
Versions1Ph 220–230V / 3Ph 380–415V, 50Hz
Duty / protectionS1 continuous duty / IP55
InsulationClass F
Flow / head1–45 m³/h / 5–35.8 m
Maximum suction lift6 m
Operating pressureUp to 3.5 bar
ModelsCTS-4/03M, CTS-5/05M, CTS-6/07M, CTB-6/11M, CTB-8/15M, CTB-35/22M and CTB2 variants

Performance selection

Model groupTypical powerCatalogue use
CTS0.37–0.75 kWCompact domestic transfer
CTB1.1–2.2 kWHigher-flow transfer and irrigation
CTB21.5–2.2 kWHigher-head applications
CT Series exploded view
Exploded view / CT Series
CT Series general arrangement drawing
General arrangement, dimensions & weight
CT Series performance curve
Performance curve
Catalogue section 05 / Stainless centrifugal monoblock pumps

CTSS Series

CTSS Series centrifugal pumps are robust horizontal single-stage monoblock pumps with a complete stainless-steel pump portion. They deliver high efficiency, strong suction-lift characteristics and low operating cost.

CRI CTSS Series stainless steel centrifugal pump
Applications
  • Residences & commercial buildings
  • Gardens
  • Agriculture
  • Sprinkler systems
  • RO feed water
  • Fountains and cooling water
Key features
  • High efficiency
  • Back pull-out design
  • Stainless-steel casing and impeller
  • Thermal protection in single-phase models
  • Compact TEFC motor construction

Technical specifications

SpecificationCatalogue value
Power range0.37–2.2 kW
Speed2850 rpm
Versions1Ph 220–230V / 3Ph 380–415V, 50Hz
Duty / protectionS1 continuous duty / IP55
InsulationClass F
Flow / head1–45 m³/h / 5–35.8 m
Maximum suction lift6 m
Maximum liquid / ambient temperature35°C / 40°C
Maximum operating pressure3.5 bar
FlangesSuction 1¼, 1½ & 2 in / delivery 1 & 2 in

Material of construction

PartMaterial
ImpellerAISI 304 stainless steel
Casing & stuffing boxAISI 304 stainless steel
Pump shaftAISI 304 stainless steel
Shaft sealMechanical seal (ceramic & carbon)

Performance selection

ModelPowerVoltage optionsHead range
CTSS-5/03M/T0.37 kW1Ph / 3Ph16.5–7.5 m
CTSS-8/15M/T1.5 kW1Ph / 3Ph32.8–15 m
CTSS-24/22M/T2.2 kW1Ph / 3Ph22.7–12.8 m
CTSS Series exploded view
Exploded view / smaller CTSS models
CTSS Series exploded view larger models
Exploded view / larger CTSS models
CTSS Series general arrangement drawing
General arrangement, dimensions & weight
CTSS Series performance curve
Performance curves
Catalogue section 06 / Jet pumps

JTB & JTS Series

CRI Jet pumps are self-priming pumps for shallow-well and sump applications. Radial-flow hydraulics provide strong suction lift and efficient performance, while the back pull-out design keeps maintenance simple. JTS models use a fully stainless-steel pump portion for clean-water and sanitary installations.

CRI JTB and JTS self-priming jet pumps
Applications
  • Residences
  • Pressure boosting
  • RO systems
  • Cooling systems
  • Washing systems
  • Utility water supply
Key features
  • Self-priming radial-flow design
  • Back pull-out maintenance
  • TEFC motor
  • Thermally protected single-phase models
  • JTS stainless-steel pump portion

Technical specifications

SpecificationJTB SeriesJTS Series
Power range0.37–1.5 kW0.55–1.1 kW
Protection / insulationIP44 / Class BIP54 / Class F
Flow range1–4.5 m³/h1–3.5 m³/h
Head range15–70 m5–48 m
Maximum suction lift6 m6 m
Maximum operating pressure7 bar4.8 bar
FlangesSuction 1 & 1¼ in / delivery 1 inSuction 1 in / delivery 1 in

Material of construction

PartJTB SeriesJTS Series
Pump casingCast ironAISI 304 stainless steel
ImpellerBrassAISI 304 stainless steel
Diffuser / venturi / nozzleEngineering plasticEngineering plastic
ShaftAISI 304 stainless steelAISI 304 stainless steel
SealMechanical sealMechanical seal

Performance selection

ModelPowerVoltageHead at zero flowMaximum flow
JTS-2/03MA0.37 kW1Ph 220V30 m2.5 m³/h
JTS-3/07M0.75 kW1Ph 220V43 m3.5 m³/h
JTS-3/11M1.1 kW1Ph 220V48 m3.5 m³/h
JTB-3/10M0.75 kW1Ph 220V49 m3.5 m³/h
JTB-3/15M1.5 kW1Ph 220V70 m4.5 m³/h
JTS Series exploded view
Exploded view / JTS Series
JTB Series exploded view
Exploded view / JTB Series
JTS general arrangement drawing
JTS general arrangement drawing
JTB general arrangement drawing
JTB general arrangement drawing
Jet pump performance curves
Performance curves
Catalogue section 07 / Booster system with VSD

i-PREZ Series

i-PREZ is a domestic pressure-boosting system with built-in variable speed for constant pipeline pressure. The pressure transducer continuously monitors demand while the system protects against dry run, overload, unbalanced voltage and short circuit.

CRI i-PREZ VSD booster system
Applications
  • Villas
  • Pressure boosting
  • Gardens
  • Small buildings
  • Schools
  • RO systems
  • Solar applications
Key features
  • Wide LCD display
  • Fully stainless-steel wet parts
  • Five-way connector with built-in NRV
  • 9 bar pressure transducer
  • Integrated pressure tank, gauge and VSD

Technical specifications

SpecificationCatalogue value
Output frequency20–50 Hz
Pressure settingUp to 6.5 bar
Pressure transmitter24V, 4–20mA
TemperatureAmbient up to 40°C / liquid up to 70°C
Head / flowUp to 80 m / up to 18 m³/h
Power range0.9, 1.1 & 2.2 kW
Input / VFD output1Ph 220V / 3Ph 220V
Frequency50Hz

Performance selection

ModelPowerRated flowRated headMaximum head
I-Prez-09N0.9 kW4 m³/h30 m50 m
I-Prez-11N1.1 kW5 m³/h40 m80 m
I-Prez-22N2.2 kW12 m³/h40 m60 m
i-PREZ exploded view
Exploded view / i-PREZ system
i-PREZ performance curve
Performance curve
i-PREZ performance chart
Performance chart / system selection
Catalogue section 08 / Intelligent variable speed pumps

i-Vario Series

i-Vario intelligent booster pumps use a permanent-magnet synchronous motor with an inbuilt drive to maintain constant pressure. Automatic speed variation between 2500 and 5200 rpm combines quiet delivery with energy efficiency.

CRI i-Vario intelligent variable speed pump
Applications
  • Constant-pressure water supply
  • Residential installations
  • Small commercial installations
Key features
  • Permanent-magnet motor
  • Inbuilt variable-frequency drive
  • Automatic speed regulation
  • Large LED touch-screen display
  • Compact thermoplastic enclosure
  • Easy to install

Technical specifications

SpecificationCatalogue value
Power1 kW / 1.33 HP
Speed range2500–5200 rpm
Supply1Ph 230V, 50Hz
Protection / insulationIP44 / Class F
Maximum discharge / head6.5 m³/h / 50 m
Factory pressure setting10–45 m
Water temperatureUp to 60°C
Pumped liquidClean water, pH 6.5–8.5
Suction lift / pipe6 m / 1 in × 1 in BSP

Material of construction

PartMaterial
Motor shaftAISI 410
Motor caseAISI 304
Enclosure / casing / impellerThermoplastic

Performance selection

ModelMax flowMax headRated powerSpeed range
I-Vario 10006.5 m³/h50 m1000 W2500–5200 rpm
i-Vario performance curve
Performance at 5200 rpm
Catalogue section 09 / Level control

Float Switch

The CRI float switch is a waterproof, corrosion- and abrasion-resistant level controller for submersible pumps, water tanks and other water systems. It can actuate a pump, indicator, alarm or auxiliary device.

CRI float switch
Applications
  • Overhead tanks
  • Watersumps
  • Submersible pumps
  • Auto-filling
  • Auto-emptying
Key features
  • Quality-tested, strong and durable
  • Configurable auto-fill / auto-empty
  • 3 m, 5 m and 10 m cable lengths
  • 0.75–1.5 sq.mm cable sizes
  • 16A and 21A switch ratings
  • IP67 protection

Technical specifications

SpecificationCatalogue value
Voltage220–240V
Frequency50 / 60Hz
Operating temperature0–60°C
IP ratingIP67
Cable length3 m, 5 m & 10 m
Switch rating16A & 21A
Float switch overhead tank installation
Overhead tank installation
Float switch product
Float switch product
Catalogue section 10 / Drainage & sewage

Wastewater range

The residential catalogue continues with purpose-built drainage, stainless-steel drainage, sewage, medium- and heavy-duty sewage and cutter-pump solutions for solids handling and difficult wastewater duty.

CRI drainage and sewage pumps
Applications
  • Basement drainage
  • Sumps and pits
  • Greywater and wastewater
  • Sewage transfer
  • Solids handling
  • Cutter duty
Key features
  • DL drainage pumps
  • DLS stainless-steel drainage pumps
  • SL sewage pumps
  • SMC sewage pumps with cutter
  • Single-phase float-switch options
  • Cast-iron and stainless-steel impeller options

Technical specifications

RangeCatalogue highlights
DLS Series0.37–1.1 kW; 5–39 m³/h; stainless-steel 304 impeller
DL Series0.37–1.5 kW; 3–15 m³/h; cast iron / PPO impeller
SL Series0.75–1.5 kW; 50 mm outlet; 44 mm solids handling
SMC Series1.1–1.85 kW; 2 in outlet; 16.5–23.5 m max head; cutter
SL-2D Series0.55–0.75 kW; 25–35 mm solids handling

Performance selection

ModelPowerRated headRated flowMax headWeight
DLS-5L-03CS0.37 kW9 m5 m³/h11 m8.5 kg
DL-8L-05CS0.55 kW10 m10 m³/h13 m16 kg
SL-2V-07DS-A0.75 kW13.3 m21.6 m³/h13.3 m20.5 kg
SMC-1M-15DT1.5 kW17 m10 m³/h duty21 m
SL sewage pump
SL sewage pump range
SMC sewage pump with cutter
SMC sewage pump with cutter
DL drainage pump
DL drainage range
DLS stainless steel drainage pump
DLS stainless-steel range
SL sewage pump dimension drawing
SL dimension drawing
DL performance curves
Drainage performance curves
DLS performance curves and data
DLS performance curves & data

NoteOnly single-phase drainage models are supplied with a float switch.

NoteThe SL-2V single-phase variants include an inbuilt capacitor; a separate control box is not required.

NoteUse the full catalogue download for the complete medium- and heavy-duty sewage dimensional schedules.

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