CAT Pumps 1XP050.03DCT Pump Unit, .3 HP, .50 GPM, 600 PSI
Genuine Cat Pumps OEM — Cat Pumps Corporation, HQ Minneapolis, MN — supplied by ForeverPure Corporation, an authorized Cat Pumps distributor in Santa Clara, California.
The Cat Pumps 1XP050.03DCT is a triplex plunger pump in the Cat Pumps 1XP Direct-Drive Triplex Plunger Pump family, rated for 50 GPM at 600 PSI. 1XP direct-drive plunger pumps are Cat's entry-level professional triplex plunger pumps — high-duty-cycle solid-shaft pumps for compact pressure cleaning equipment.
Typical Applications & Industries
Common Applications
- Small pressure washers
- Commercial cleaning equipment
- OEM systems
- Detail shops
Industries Served
- Water treatment & desalination
- Commercial car wash & detailing
- Agriculture & irrigation
- Oil & gas (produced water)
- Food & beverage processing
- Industrial cleaning & facility services
Documentation & Service
🔧 Cat Pumps 1XP Service Manual (PDF)
The data sheet carries the specifications, the exploded view, the numbered parts list and the seal and valve kit tables. The service manual covers installation and start-up, valve and seal servicing, the torque chart and troubleshooting.
Cat Pumps does not publish a separate data sheet for this model, so no data-sheet figures are shown here rather than borrow a neighbouring model’s. Tell us your duty and we will confirm the detail with Cat Pumps before you order.
Specifications & Dimensions
| Specification | Value | Metric |
|---|---|---|
| Max Flow | 0.5 gpm / 1.9 lpm | — |
| Max Pressure | 600 | — |
| RPM | 1750 | — |
| Inlet Port Size | 3/8" NPT(F) | — |
| Discharge Port Size | 3/8" NPT(F) | — |
| Drive type | Direct | — |
| Material | Aluminum | — |
Figures as published by Cat Pumps for this model. Cat does not issue a separate data sheet for this range, so the mechanical detail a data sheet would carry (bore, stroke, crankcase capacity) is not published — ask us and we will request it.
Performance & Sizing
The 1XP050.03DCT is a positive-displacement motorised pump unit, so it has no flow-versus-pressure curve in the sense a centrifugal pump does, and Cat Pumps does not publish one. Flow is set by the plunger displacement and the shaft speed and stays essentially constant as discharge pressure rises. Pressure is set by the restriction downstream — the nozzle, orifice or membrane array — and capped by the regulating device, not by the pump.
The 1XP ships as a complete motorised unit — pump, motor and mounting on one frame — so the motor sets the pump speed directly. To work out flow at another speed, or to size the drive, use the relations Cat Pumps prints on its data sheets:
| Flow at another speed | Desired GPM = Rated GPM × (Desired RPM ÷ Rated RPM) |
| Required horsepower | HP (electric brake) = GPM × PSI ÷ 1460 |
Rated speed for this model is 1750 rpm. Because this is a packaged unit, the motor rating and supply (HP, phase and voltage) are part of the model code. Check the model code against your supply before ordering — we can confirm it for you.
Maximum ratings apply individually — do not assume maximum flow and maximum pressure can be taken together. A primary pressure-regulating device and a secondary safety relief device are both required in the system. Talk to us before ordering if your duty sits near a limit.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Cat Pumps 1XP050.03DCT?
The Cat Pumps 1XP050.03DCT is a triplex plunger pump from the Cat 1XP Direct-Drive Triplex Plunger Pump family, rated at 50 GPM and 600 PSI maximum pressure. Cat Pumps are positive-displacement triplex pumps supplied by Cat Pumps Corporation, headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA.
What is the Cat Pumps 1XP050.03DCT used for?
Typical applications include small pressure washers, commercial cleaning equipment, oem systems, detail shops. Cat Pumps triplex pumps are preferred in continuous-duty industrial service because their positive-displacement plunger or piston design delivers smooth constant flow at high pressure with long service life.
How much does the Cat Pumps 1XP050.03DCT cost?
Pricing is quote-based and depends on configuration, quantity, and delivery schedule. ForeverPure Corporation, as an authorized Cat Pumps distributor, provides factory-direct pricing with same-day quotes. Call +1-408-969-2688 or use the Request a Quote form.
What parts and service kits are available for the Cat Pumps 1XP050.03DCT?
A full line of genuine Cat Pumps OEM service kits, seals, valves, plungers, and accessories is available. The specific kits compatible with 1XP050.03DCT depend on the pump's frame, material, and seal material — contact ForeverPure for a cross-reference list and current pricing.
Where is the Cat Pumps 1XP050.03DCT manufactured?
Cat Pumps Corporation is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota (1681 94th Lane NE, Minneapolis, MN 55449) and has been the Cat Pumps brand owner since 1968. Cat Pumps triplex pumps, spare parts, and accessories are manufactured at the company's US and Japan production facilities to Cat Pumps Corporation's ISO 9001:2015 factory specifications — the country of origin for this specific SKU is listed in the technical specifications table above.
How do I get a quote or datasheet for the Cat Pumps 1XP050.03DCT?
Call ForeverPure Corporation at +1-408-969-2688, email sales@foreverpure.com, or request a quote through the website. As an authorized Cat Pumps distributor, ForeverPure provides factory-direct pricing, datasheets, cross-reference support, and same-day turnaround on most quote requests.
What is the warranty on the Cat Pumps 1XP050.03DCT?
Cat Pumps factory warranty: 1 year on complete pumps, 90 days on parts and accessories, from date of purchase from an authorized distributor. ForeverPure honors and administers Cat Pumps warranty claims for customers in North America.
