Flow rate requirements for the inlet pipeline of piston compressors
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The current flow rate is around 8–10 m/s, and a sufficient volume of fluid cannot be pumped out. The manufacturer blames it on the small diameter of the inlet pipe...
Indeed, the diameter is a bit small; it’s better to keep the inlet flow velocity at 2–3 meters per second
If no flow can be achieved at a flow rate of around 8–10 m/s, then it won’t work even after amplification; it’s not a problem with the pipes!
What does it mean to not be able to reach a certain volume? Insufficient outlet pressure? If so, check the inlet and outlet valve ports as well as the piston rings. Also, is the inlet pressure stable?