Issues regarding the impeller ring of centrifugal pumps and their efficiency
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A small idea: if some regular or irregular channels are carved into the mouth ring, causing a thin layer of turbulence to form as the fluid flows through it, wouldn’t that improve the efficiency of the centrifugal pump?
Bro, I want to ask why it’s possible to improve the efficiency of pump machines? Will changing the mouth ring cause some degree of damage to it? What are the consequences of high flow rates over a long period of time? Does the mouth ring still have any function?
It’s very imaginative; if the mouth ring could be designed with a labyrinth seal, it might help reduce leakage from the mouth ring and improve the efficiency of the pump. Only by being good at imagining can one innovate and make progress.
The original poster is quite thoughtful; KSB offers honeycomb-type wear-resistant rings, but it seems they aren’t meant to improve efficiency – rather, they are used to apply tension to the shaft, reduce friction, and lower vibrations. Personal opinion; discussions are welcome
Your idea is very good. If it’s made as you described, efficiency should increase in theory. But there are three issues that need to be resolved. First, if the area is not flat, water flowing over it will cause erosion, leading to corrosion. Thus, corrosion will increase the gap, and efficiency will actually decline over time. Second, processing this shape will increase costs, and your pump might not be sold. Third, it is necessary to conduct tests to determine what shape it should take, and the cost of this is also very high. The best approach is to improve the processing precision and reduce the gap. This is the most economical option.
I found that the original poster had the same mindset as me – having all sorts of ideas. It was only later that I realized my flaw was that I focused only on the advantages, ignoring any potential disadvantages or problems that might arise from them. Of course, sometimes when two evils must be chosen between, one has to make a trade-off. If your idea is better than the previous one, then go ahead and give it a try.