How to quickly determine the key parameters for selecting a long-distance transfer pump
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How to quickly determine the key parameters for selecting a long-distance transfer pump: In typical fine chemical plant areas, pipeline transportation distances are less than 500 meters, but there are many fittings involved. What aspects should be paid attention to, and what steps should be followed, in order to quickly determine the key parameters of the pump (such as head and suction height)? Thank you
The head of a pump needs to be calculated. First, the pipe resistance must be determined, which includes both the resistance in straight sections of the pipe and the resistance caused by fittings. The height to which fluid is discharged and the height at which it is drawn in are also taken into account; the sum of these values constitutes the pump’s head. By quick determination as you mentioned, it is only experienced engineers who can rely on their experience and intuition to determine the pump’s head and other parameters.
Calculate the pressure drop based on the pipeline’s flow rate and velocity