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TO
IS 5120 : 1977 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR
ROTODYNAMIC SPECIAL PURPOSE PUMPS
( First Revision )
(Page 35, clause 13.1) Substitute the following for the existing:
"13.1 Sampling The method of sampling and criteria for conformity for
acceptance of lot offered for inspection shall be in accordance with IS 10572 :
1983 'Method of sampling pumps'."
( ME 20 )
Printed at Simco Printing Press, Delhi

AMENDMENT NO. 4 AUGUST 1992

TO
IS 5120 : 1977 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR
ROTODYNAMIC SPECIAL PURPOSE PUMPS
( First Revision )
( Page 22, clause 5.1, Selection No. 1 and 3 ) Substitute the following for the
existing entnes:
" Selection
Material of Construction Relevant
Specification
No.
1.

Bronze fitted

Grade LTB 6 of IS 318 :1981

' Specification for leaded un bronze
ingots and castings
( second revision )'

3.

All bronze

Grade LTB 6 of IS 318 . 1981"

(HMD 20)
Printed at Simco Printing Press, Delhi

AMENDNENT NO. 3 SEPTEMBER 1984

TO
IS:5120-1977 TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ROTODYNAMIC
SPECIAL PURPOSE PUMPS
(First

Revision)

Alteration
[Page 44, clause 17.6, (see also Amendnent No. 1)] -

Substitute the following for the existing:

' I 7 . 6 Casing - C a s i n g s h a l l b e o f r o b u s t c o n s t r u c t i o n
and t e s t e d t o w i t h s t a n d a h y d r o s t a t i c t e s t p r e s s u r e o f
1.5 times t h e maximum discharge p r e s s u r e experienced
b y t h e pump c a s i n g o r d i f f u s e r b o w l . A l l o t h e r
c o m p o n e n t s u n d e r p r e s s u r e namely, c o l u m n p i p e , d i s c h a r g e e l b o w s h a l l a l s o b e t e s t e d a t same p r e s s u r e .
NOTE 1 - The maximum p r e s s u r e e x p e r i e n c e d by
c a s i n g o r d i f f u s e r bowl i s t h e s u n t o t a l o f maximum
i n l e t p r e s s u r e and m a x i m u m d i f f e r e n t i a l p r e s s u r e
g e n e r a t e d by pump. The maximum p r e s s u r e of a pump
w i t h m a x i m u m i n l e t s u c t i o n p r e s s u r e o f 0 . 5 kg/cm 2
and developing maximum h e a d of 4.0 kg/cm 2 , t h e maximum
pressure experienced by casing w i l l be 4.0 + 0.5 =
4 . 5 kg/cm 2 .
Hence t h e h y d r o s t a t i c t e s t p r e s s u r e
should be equal to 1.5 4.5 = 6.75 kg/cm2.
NOTE 2 = I n c a s e o f s u c t i o n l i f t , t h e t e s t s h a l l
be conducted based on maximum t o t a l head developed
by pump.'

(EDC 3 5 )
Printed at Simco Printing Press, Delhi Press, Delhi, India

AMENDMENT NO. 2

DECEMBER 1983

TO

IS : 5120 - 1977

TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ROTODYNAMIC

SPECIAL PURPOSE PUMPS
(First

Revigion)

Corrigendum
( Pige 4 1 , clause 13.10.4, formula ) Substitute

(EDC 3 5 )

Printed at Simco Printing Press, Delhi, India

Sixth Reprint FEBRUARY 2005

IS 5 1 2 0 : 1 9 7 7
UDC 621.67 (incorporating Amendment No. 1 and Including Amendment No. 2, 3, 4 and 5) (Reaffirmed 2011)

Indian Standard
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ROTODYNAMIC
SPECIAL PURPOSE PUMPS
(First Revision)
1. S c o p e Covers the technical requirements for rotodynamic p u m p s (such as centrifugal, axial flow,
mixed flow, t u r b o p u m p s , etc), for handling various types of liquids other than clear, cold, fresh water.

Pumps Sectional Committee, EDC 35; Special Purpose Pumps Subcommittee, EDC 35: 5 [Ref : Doc : EDC 35 (2809)]

2. Standard Units
2.1 Volume The standard units for volume shall be:
a) litre, and
b) cubic metre
2 . 2 Rote of Flow The standard units for expressing rate of flow shall be:
a) litres per minute,
b) litres per second, and
c) cubic metres per hour.
2 . 3 Head The standard unit for expressing head shall be the metre.
head m metres of liquid column
= pressure in

Thus:

kgt/cm 2

2 . 4 Dynamic Viscosity The standard unit for expressing dynamic viscosity shall be the centipoise ( c P ) .
2.5 Kinematic Viscosity The standard unit for expressing kinematic viscosity shall be the centistoka
(cSt).
N o t e For i n t e r c o n v e r s i o n of v a r i o u s units to o n e a n o t h e r , see A p p e n d i x A.

3. Terminology
3.1 For t h e purpose of this standard, the following symbols and definitions shall apply (see Fig. 1).
hv
VVa
g
hs

Pa
hss
h fs
h gs

zs

=
=

Velocity head in metres.

Average velocity in pipe at the cross section of measurement in m / s .
= Average velocity in the suction pipe at the cross section of measurement m m / s .
=
Acceleration d u e to gravity in m/s 2 .
= Difference in elevation between t h e p u m p datum and the liquid level in the suction vessel
w h e n the p u m p is running, stated in metres
If the liquid level in t h e suction vessel is above the p u m p datum, h, is to b e t a k e n as positive,
and if t h e liquid m the suction vessel is below the datum, h s is to be taken as negative.
= Pressure head in closed suction vessel in metres.
= Static suction head m metres ( ) .
= Static suction lift in metres ( ) .
= Friction and entrance losses m suction pipe line m metres.
= Reading of a g a u g e on t h e suction side in metres.
If the value of h gs is above atmospheric pressure head, plus ( ) sign applies.
If the value of h gs is below atmospheric pressure head, minus () sign applies.
= Vertical distance between the liquid level in t h e g a u g e on suction side and t h e p u m p d a t u m
in metres.
If the liquid level in t h e g a u g e is above the pump datum, plus (+) sign applies.
If the liquid level in t h e g a u g e is below the p u m p datum, minus () sign applies.

Adopted 28 January 1977

February 1981, BIS

BUREAU
OF
INDIAN
STANDARDS
MANAK BHAVAK, 9 BAHADUR SHAH ZAFAR MARG
NEW DELHI 110002

Gr 14

IS : 5120 - 1977
h3

= Total suction head in metres (+)

= Total suction lift in metres ( ) .
V??? = Average velocity in delivery pipe at the cross section of measurement in m / s
h??? = Difference in elevation between t h e pump datum and the highest point of delivery in metres.
P???
h???

= P r e s s u r e h e a d m c l o s s d d i s c h a r g e v e s s e l in m e t r e s
= S t a t i c delivery h e a d in m e t r e s

h??? = Friction a n d exit l o s s e s in t h e delivery p i p e line in m e t r e s

hgd

z???

hd
H

R e a d i n g of a p r e s s u r e g a u g e on delivery s i d e in m e t r e s
Vertical d i s t a n c e b e t w e e n t h e liquid level i n p r e s s u r e g a u g e o n delivery s i d e a n d t h e p u m p
datum in metres
If t h e liquid level in t h e g a u g e is a b o v e t h e p u m p d a t u m , p l u s ( ) sign a p p l i e s
I f t h e liquid level i n t h e g a u g e i s b e l o w t h e p u m p d a t u m , m i n u s ( ) sign a p p l i e s .

Total
=

delivery

head

in

metres

Total head m metres.

NPSH = Net positive suction head in metres

NPSHa = Available net positive suction head in metres
h??? = Atmospheric pressure head in metres, absolute
h a = Total suction

head in

metres, absolute

h??? = Vapour pressure head of pumped liquid at pumping temperature at the suction nozzle in
metres, absolute
NPSH??? = Required net positive suction head in metres
The pump datum is defined as follows'
a) For horizontal units, it shall be t h e pump horizontal centre line (see Fig 2)
b) For vertical single suction pumps, it shall be the entrance eye of t h e first stage impeller
(see Fig. 2 ) .
c)

For vertical double suction pumps, it shall be the impeller discharge horizontal centre
line (see Fig 2)

3 . 2 Velocity Head (h v ) This is the kinetic energy per unit weight of liquid handled at a given section and
is expressed by the formula:

3.3 Static Suction Head (h ss ) When the liquid level m an open vessel is above t h e pump datum, static
suction head is the difference in elevaticn between t h e p u m p datum and the liquid level in the suction
vessel
When the pump draws liquid from a closed suction vessel, the pressure a c t i n g on the liquid level in
the vessel, if above the atmospheric pressure, is to be added to h s and if it is below the atmospheric pressure.
It is to be deducted from h s in order to arrive at the static suction head
Thus,

hss = hs P???
3.4 Total Suction Head (h) Suction head exists when the total suction head is above atmospheric
pressure head. This is equal to the static suction head minus the friction and entrance losses in suction
pipe line
Total suction head as determined on test bed is the reading of a suction gauge at the suction
nozzle of the p u m p corrected to pump datum plus velocity head at the pointof measurement. T h u s
hs

hss

hfs

= hgs Zs +
If the value of h s is negative, that is, the total suction head is below atmosphenc pressure head, then
total suction lift exists
3.5 Static Delivery Head ( h s a ) When the p u m p discharges into ar open vessel, the static delivery head
is the difference in elevation between the pump datum and the highest point of delivery
When the pump discharges into a closed vessel, t h e pressure acting on the liquid level in the vessel,
if above the atmospheric pressure, is to be added to h d and if it is below the a t m o s p h e nc pressure, it is to
be deducted from h d in order to arrive at the static delivery head
Thus,
hsd = hd Pd
2

FIG. 1

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FIG. 2

P U M P DATU M

3.6 Total Delivery Head (h d ) This is the sum total of t h e static delivery head and t h e friction and e x i s t
losses in t h e delivery pipe line.
The total delivery head, as measured on t h e test bed is t h e reading of the pressure g a u g e at the discharge of the pump corrected to pump datum plus the velocity head at the point of measurement Thus,
hd = hsd - hfd
= hgd

Zd

3.7 Total H e a d (H) This is the measure of the energy increase per unit mass of liquid imparted to it by
t h e p u m p and is, therefore, the algebraic difference of t h e total delivery head and t h e total suction head
Thus,
H = h d= h s
= (hsd + hfd) =

= (hgd

Zd

hss

hfs)

) ( hgs + Zs

3.8 Net Positive Suction Head (NPSH) This is the total suction head of liquid in metres, absolute, determined at the p u m p suction nozzle and corrected to p u m p datum less the vapour pressure head of t h e liquid
at pumping temperature, at the suction nozzle in metres absolute.
Available NPSH, (NPSH a ) is a characteristic of the system in which the p u m p works. Thus,
NPSHa = hsa hvpa
= (ha hs) hvpa

The required NPSH, (NPSH r ) is a function of the p u m p design

N P S H

hsa

= (ha

Thus,

hvpa

hga Zs +

) hvpa

N P S H r shall be at least equal to or greater than NPSHr.

3 . 9 Specific

Speed

3.9.1 Specific speed is a term used for classifying p u m p s on the basis of their performance and dimensional
proportions regardless of their actual size or t h e speed at which they operate. It is t h e speed expressed in
revolutions per minute of an imaginary p u m p geometrically similar in every respect to t h e actual p u m p
consideration and capable of raising 75 kg of water per second to a height of o n e metre.
3.9.2 Mathematically, specific speed is given by

ng =
4

IS : 5120 1977
where

n g t h e specific speed m revolutions per minute,

n
= the speed in revolutions per minute,

= the discharge in cubicmetres persecondofa single suction impeller, and

H = the total head per stage in metres.

Ifthe discharge is expressed inlitres perminute,t h eexpression forspecificspeed is written as:

3 . 1 0 Driver Input (IP) The power input to the prime mover expressed in kilowatts.
3.11 Pump Input (BP) The power applied at pump shaft expressed in kilowatts.
3 . 1 2 Pump Output (LP) The liquid power delivered by t h e p u m p expressed in kilowatts.
3 . 1 3 Pump Efficiency (p) The ratio of the p u m p output to t h e p u m p input.
p percent

Thus,

1 0 0

3 . 1 4 OveraifEfficiency(O) The ratio of the pump output to the driver input.

Thus,

o percent = ??? 100

4 . N o m e n c l a t u r e
4 . 0 The n a m e s of t h e parts commonly used with rotodynamic p u m p s for special purposes are given in
Tables 1 to 6.
4.1 Horizontal Centrifugal Pumps Table 1 lists t h e names of parts commonly used in connection with
horizontal centrifugal p u m p s for special purposes (see Fig. 3 to 6).
TABLE 1
P a r t
N o .
1.
2 .
3 .
4 .
5 .
6 .
7 .
8.
9.

NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS COMMONLY USED IN HORIZONTAL CENTRIFUGAL P U M P S

(Clauses 4 0 and 4.1, and Fig. 3 to 6)

N a m e o f P a r t

B r i e f D e s c r i p t i o n a n d F u n c t i o n o f P a r t s

Air v e n t
B a l a n c i n g disc or d r u m
B a l a n c i n g ring
B e a r i n g s , ball a n d roller
Bearing c o v e r
B e a r i n g , driving e n d
Bearing h o u s i n g
B e a n n g , n o n d r i v i n g e n d
Bearing p e d e s t a l

A valve for r e m o v i n g air d u r i n g priming o p e r a t i o n .

T h e r o t a t i ng m e m b e r of a hydraulic b a l a n c i n g d e v i c e .
T h e s t a t i o n a r y m e m b e r of a hydraulic b a l a n c i n g d e v i c e .
Rolling b e a r i n g s .
A p r o t e c t i v e c o v e r for t h e b e a r i n g s .
T h e b e a r i n g n e a r e s t t o t h e c o u p l i n g o r pulley.
A n o v e r h u n g c a s t i n g a c c o m m o d a t i n g t h e b e a r i n g s .
T h e b e a n n g farthest from t h e c o u p l i n g o r pulley.
A c a s t i n g , w i t h s u p p o r t i n g feet, a c c o m m o d a t i n g t h e b e a r i n g o r b e a r i n g s .
I n t h e c a s e o f horizontally split c a s i n g p u m p s , t h e c a s i n g i n c l u d e s b o t h t h e l o w e r
a n d t h e u p p e r h a l v e s .
I n t h e c a s e o f m u l t i s t a g e p u m p s , t h e c a s i n g i n c l u d e s s u c t i o n c a s i n g , delivery c a s i n g
a n d t h e c a s i n g for t h e i n t e r m e d i a t e s t a g e s o f t h e p u m p .
I n t h e c a s e o f e n d s u c t i o n p u m p , t h e p o r t i o n o f t h e p u m p w h i c h h o u s e s t h e impeller
a n d i n c l u d e s t h e v o l u t e .
I n t h e c a s e o f m u l t i s t a g e p u m p s , t h e c a s i n g w h i c h i s c o n n e c t e d t o t h e delivery p i p i n g .
T h e l o w e r or s u p p o r t i n g half of t h e c a s i n g of a horizontally split c a s i n g p u m p .
I n t h e c a s e o f m u l t i s t a g e p u m p s , t h e c a s i n g w h i c h i s c o n n e c t e d t o t h e s u c t i o n p i p i n g .
T h e u p p e r or r e m o v a b l e half of t h e c a s i n g of a horizontally split c a s i n g p u m p .
A s t a t i o n a r y r e p l a c e a b l e ring to p r o t e c t t h e c a s i n g at a r u n n i n g fit w i t h t h e impeller
ring or t h e impeller.
F l a n g e s u s e d t o c o n n e c t t h e p u m p t o t h e p i p i n g .
Bolts p r o v i d e d with r u b b e r b u s h e s or a n y o t h e r flexible material for t r a n s m i t t i n g
p o w e r from t h e driver t o t h e p u m p .

1 0 .

C a s i n g

1 1 .
1 2 .
1 3 .
1 4 .
1 5 .

C a s i n g , delivery
C a s i n g , l o w e r half
C a s i n g , s u c t i o n
C a s i n g , u p p e r Half

1 6 .
1 7 .

C o m p a n i o n f l a n g e s
C o u p l i n g bolts

1 8 .

C o u p l i n g , flexible

19.
20.
21.

C o u p l i n g , p r i m e m o v e r half
C o u p l i n g , p u m p half
Deflector, liquid

Casingring

N o t e I n m a n y d e s i g n s p o w e r i s t r a n s m i t t e d i n o t h e r w a y s .
A d e v i c e flexibly c o n n e c t i n g t h e p u m p s h a f t a n d t h e m o t o r shaft for p o w e r
t r a n s m i s s i o n .
T h e half of t h e flexible c o u p l i n g w h i c h is fitted on t h e p r i m e m o v e r s h a f t .
T h e half o f t h e flexible c o u p l i n g w h i c h i s fitted o n t h e p u m p s h a f t .
A d e v i c e to p r o t e c t b e a r i n g s by slinging off stuffing b o x l e a k a g e .

(Continued onpage8)
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FIG. 3

TYPICAL ILLUSTRATION OF END SUCTION PUMP PARTS

FIG. 4

TYPICAL ILLUSTRATION OF DOUBLE SUCTION PUMP PARTS

FIG. 5 TYPICAL ILLUSTRATION OF MULTISTAGE PUMP PARTS

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FIG 6 MONOSET PUMP PARTS

TABLE 1 NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS COMMONLY USED IN HORIZONTAL CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS Contd

Part
No.

N a m e of Part

22.

Diffuser

23.
24.
26.
26.
27.
28.
29.
30.
31.
32.
33.

Gasket
Gland
Grease cup
G r e a s e nipple
Impeller
Impeller, e n c l o s e d
Impeller, o p e n
Impeller, s e m i - o p e n
Impeller h u b s l e e v e
Impeller key
Impeller n u t

34

Impeller ring

35

Interstage bushing

36.

Interstage crossover

37.
38.

Interstage diaphragm
Interstage sleeve

39.
40.

J a c k shaft
Lantern ring

41.
42.

44.

Lubricator
Mechanical seal (shaft seal),
rotating element
M e c h a n i c a l s e a t (shaft s e a l ) ,
stationary element
P a c k i n g , stuffing b o x

45.
46.
47.
48.
49.

Priming funnel
Priming funnel c o c k
P u m p bracket
P u m p shaft
Shaft s l e e v e

50.
51.
52.

Shaft s l e e v e n u t
Sleeve bearing
Stuffing b o x

53.

Stuffing b o x b u s h i n g

54.

Suction cover

55.

W e a r plate

43.

Brief D e s c r i p t i o n and F u n c t i o n of Parts

A c o m p o n e n t a d j a c e n t t o t h e impeller d i s c h a r g e w h i c h h a s multipl e p a s s a g e s o f
increasing area for c o n v e r t i n g velocity h e a d in to p r e s s u r e h e a d .
A j o i n t i ng to provide l e a k a g e - p r o o f joint.
A follower w h i c h c o m p r e s s e s p a c k i ng in a stuffing b o x .
A r e c e p t a c l e for c o n t a i n i n g a n d s u p p l y i n g g r e a s e .
A n o n - r e t u r n valve t h r o u g h w h i c h g r e a s e i s p u m p e d t o t h e b e a r i n g s .
A rotating e l e m e n t p r o d u c i n g h e a d .
A n impeller h a v i n g s h r o u d s ( w a l l s ) o n b o t h s i d e s .
A n impeller w i t h o u t a n y s h r o u d .
An impeller w i t h a single s h r o u d .
A r e p l a c e a b l e , cylindrical w e a r i n g part m o u n t e d o n t h e e x t e n d e d p u m p impeller h u b .
A parallel s i d e d p i e c e u s e d t o p r e v e n t t h e impeller from r o t a t i n g relative t o t h e shaft.
A t h r e a d e d p i e c e u s e d t o s e c u r e t h e impeller o n t h e shaft usually p r o v i d e d c o m p l e t e
With locking d e v i c e .
A r e p l a c e a b l e ring fitted on t h e impeller s h r o u d h u b w h e r e it r o t a t e s in t h e c a s i n g or
c a s i n g ring ( s e e Fig. 1 9 ) .
A r e p l a c e a b l e b u s h i n g fitted into t h e s t a g e p i e c e t h r o u g h w h i c h t h e shaft or s h a f t
sleeve rotates
A specially d e s i g n e d p i e c e that carries t h e flow from o n e s t a g e to a n o t h e r in a m u l t i stage pump.
A r e m o v a b l e s t a t i o n a r y partition b e t w e e n s t a g e s of a m u l t i s t a g e p u m p .
A cylindrical p i e c e m o u n t e d on t h e p u m p shaft b e t w e e n impellers of a m u l t i s t a g e
pump.
A n auxiliary shaft t h r o u g h w h i c h t h e p u m p s h a f t i s d r i v e n .
S e a l i n g liquid i s s u p p l i e d t h r o u g h t h e lanter n ring i n t o t h e stuffing b o x t o p r e v e n t
air-leakage mto the pump.
A d e v i c e for a p p l y i n g l u b r i c a n t to t h e point of u s e .
A flexible d e v i c e m o u n t e d o n t h e shaft i n t h e stuffing b o x a n d h a v i n g l a p p e d s e a l i n g
face held a g a i n s t t h e s t a t i o n a r y s e a l i n g face.
A s u b - a s s e m b l y c o n s i s t i n g o f o n e o r m o r e p a r t s m o u n t e d o n t h e stuffing b o x a n d
h a v i n g a l a p p e d s e a l i ng face.
A pliable l u b r i c a t ed m a t e n a l u s e d to p r o v i d e a seal a r o u n d t h e portion of t h e shaft
l o c a t e d in t h e stuffing b o x .
A funnel u s e d for priming t h e p u m p .
A v a l v e to c o n t r o l priming liquid s u p p l y .
A casting in monosets, accommodating p u m p on o n e side and motor on the other.
A shaft w h i c h h o l d s t h e r o t a t i n g impeller a n d t r a n s m i t s t h e p o w e r .
A r e p l a c e a b l e s l e e v e for p r o t e c t i n g t h e shaft w h e r e it p a s s e s t h r o u g h t h e stuffing
box and stage bushings
A t h r e a d e d p i e c e u s e d t o l o c a t e t h e shaft s l e e v e o n t h e shaft.
A bush type bearing.
A portion o f t h e c a s i n g o r c o v e r t h r o u g h w h i c h t h e shaft e x t e n d s a n d i n w h i c h t h e
p a c k i n g a n d g l a n d or a m e c h a n i c a l seal is p l a c e d to p r e v e n t l e a k a g e .
A r e p l a c e a b l e b u s h i n g fitted i n t o t h e stuffing b o x t h r o a t t h r o u g h w h i c h t h e shaft o r
shaft s l e e v e r o t a t e s
A r e m o v a b l e p i e c e (with w h i c h t h e inlet nozzle m a y b e integral) u s e d t o e n c l o s e
t h e s u c t i o n side of t h e c a s i n g of an e n d s u c t i o n p u m p .
A r e p l a c e a b l e plat e a g a i n s t w h i c h t h e s e m i - o p e n or o p e n impeller r o t a t e s .

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4.2

Vertical Turbine Pumps

4.2.1 The n a m e s of parts commonly used m connection with the vertical turbine p u m p s
special purposes, dnven by hollow shaft motors are listed in Table 2 (see Fig. 7 to 9 ) .

TABLE 2
Part
No.

for

NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS COMMONLY USED IN VERTICAL TURBINE P U M P S

(Clause 4.0, 4 2.1 and Fig 7 to 9)

Name of Part

1.

Air lin e

2.

Automatic lubricator

3.
4.
5.
6.

Bearing holder
B e a r i n g retainer
Bottom column pipe
Bowl

7.
8.

B o w l bearing
C o l u m n flange

9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.

Column pipe
Column pipe adaptor
Column pipe couplings
Column pipe spacer
Depth gauge
Discharge c a s e

15

D i s c h a r g e c a s e bearing

16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.

Discharge head gland

Flanged column
F o o t valve c u m s t r a i n e r ( n o t
s h o w n in Fig 8)
Guide spiders
H e a d shaft
H e a d shaft c o u p l i n g
Impeller

23.
24.
25.

Impeller adjusting n u t
Impeller collet
Impeller seal ring

26.
27.
28.
29.

Impeller shaft
Impeller shaft c o u p l i n g
Line shaft
Line shaft b e a r i n g

30.
31.

Line shaft c o u p l i n g s
Liquid d e f l e c t or

32.

M a n u a l lubricator

33.
34.
36.
36.

Non-reverse ratchet
O p e n line shaft s l e e v e
Pre-lubricating tank (not
s h o w n i n Fig. 8 )
Safety c l u t c h

37.
38.
39.

Shaft enctoeing t u b e
Stuffing b o x

40.

Stuffing b o x p a c k i n g

Sand collar

Brief Description and Function of Parts

A thin t u b e installed a l o n g s i d e t h e p u m p a n d s u b m e r g e d in liquid for the p u r p o s e
of finding t h e liquid level.
It is a s o l e n o i d - o p e r a t e d lubricator providin g oil to t h e line shaft b e a r i n g s a u t o matically.
H o l d s r u b b e r or plastic b e a r i n g for o p e n line shaft of w a r e r - l u b r i c a t e d p u m p
R e t a m s o p e n line shaft b e a r i n g in t h e b e a r i n g holder.
Frrst s e c t i o n of c o l u m n i m m e d i a t e ly a b o v e d i s c h a r g e c a s e .
It g u i d e s flow r e c e i v e d from o n e impeller to t h e n e x t impeller a b o v e It h o u s e s impeller
a n d b o w l bearing
B e a r i n g for t h e impeller shaft in e a c h b o w l .
T h e s e a r e m o u n t e d on t w o e n d s of e a c h s e c t i o n of c o l u m n p i p e if flanged c o l u m n
c o n s t r u c t i o n is u s e d .
M a y t a k e t h e form of l u g s
T h e rising m a m t h r o u g h w h i c h liquid g o e s u p
Transition p i e c e b e t w e e n t h e b o w l a s s e m b l y a n d t h e c o l u m n p i p e u s e d , i f required
For c o n n e c t i n g c o l u m n p i p e s e c t i o n h a v i n g t h r e a d e d e n d s .
Aligning ring b e t w e e n t w o c o l u m n e n d s .
U s e o f this i s o p t i o n a l
I n s t r u m e n t for indicating liquid level.
It m a y be direct or indirect r e a d i n g t y p e
I t i s s i t u a t e d b e t w e e n t o p b o w l a n d p u m p c o l u m n a n d g u i d e s flow from o n e t o t h e
other.
Bearing in d i s c h a r g e c a s e w h i c h a l s o s e r v e s to c o n n e c t shaft t u b e s for oil-lubricate d
models
This t i g h t e n s p a c k i n g a t d i s c h a r g e h e a d a n d g u i d e s h e a d shaft.
T h e c o l u m n p i p e s e c t i o n with boltin g a r r a n g e m e n t a t t h e t w o e n d s .
To hold liquid in liquid c o l u m n s so as to lubricate t h e b e a r i n g s of p u m p s .
T o stabilize shaft e n c l o s i n g t u b e .
T h e inner shaft p a s s i n g t h r o u g h t h e driver h o l l o w shaft a n d c o n n e c t i n g t h e line shaft
It c o n r t e c t s h e a d shaft w i t h line shaft.
T h e r o t a t i n g e l e m e n t s p r o d u c i n g h e a d . It r e c e i v e s liquid a n d impels it to b o w l
p a s s a g e . It m a y be e n c l o s e d or s e m i - e n c l o s e d .
P r o v i d e d on h e a d shaft for adjustin g impeller vertically
Split t a p e r s l e e v e for locking impeller on impeller shaft.
W e a r i n g ring providing seal to e n c l o s e d impellers
It m a y be either on t h e impeller
or in t h e b o w l or on both
Impellers are m o u n t e d on it
It is c o u p l e d to t h e line shaft
It c o n n e c t s line shaft to impeller shaft.
S e c t i o n s of shaft b e t w e e n t h e impeller shaft a n d h e a d shaft.
Bearing for t h e line shaft s e c t i o n s
Also a c t s as c o u p l e r for shaft e n c l o s i n g t u b e in
oil-lubricated m o d e l s
T h e s e c o n n e c t line shaft s e c t i o n s .
Device to t h r o w off l e a k a g e liquid from d i s c h a r g e h e a d g l a n d , t h u s p r e v e n t i n g
entry i n t o driver unit.
Lubricator w i t h an a r r a n g e m e n t for m a n u a l l y a d j u s t i ng t h e oil flow to line shaft
bearings.
D e v i c e t o p r e v e n t r e v e r s e rotation o f p u m p .
S l e e v e o p e r a t i n g a s j o u r n a l for t h e b e a r i n g s o f w a t e r - l u b n c a t e d p u m p s .
W h e n supplied, it provides lubncants to t h e bearings of the pumps.
T o p half i s m o u n t e d o n t h e h e a d shaft a n d t h e b o t t o m half o n t h e driving shaft for
t h e purpose of d i s - e n g a g e m e n t if u n s c r e w i n g of shaft s t a k e s p l a c e d u r i n g r e v e r s e
rotation.
It p r e v e n t s e n t r y of s a n d into t h e s u c t i o n c a s e b e a r m g
It e n c l o s e s line shafts
U s e d for s c a l i ng off liquid at d i s c h a r g e h e a d a l o n g h e a d shaft. A c t s a l s o as a g u i d e
t o h e a d shaft.
U s e d in t h e stuffing b o x for sealing off liquid from d i s c h a r g e h e a d .

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FIG. 7 FORCED WATERLUBRICATED PUMP

FIG. 8

OIL-LUBRICATED
PUMP

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FIG. 9 BOWL ASSEMBLY WITH

SEMI-ENCLOSED TYPE IMPELLER

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4 . 2 . 2 The n a m e s of t h e parts commonly used in connection with forced water-lubricated vertical turbine
p u m p s driven by solid shaft motors are hsted in Table 3 (see Fig. 10 to 13).
TABLE 2 NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS COMMONLY USED IN VERTICAL TURBINE PUMPS Contd
Part
No.

N a m e of Part

41.

Suction case

42.
43.

Suction case bearing

Suction case plug

44.

S u c t i o n pipe

45.
46.
47.
48.
49.
50.
51.
52.

S u c t i o n strainer
Surface discharge head
Threaded column
T o p b o w l bearing
T o p c o l u m n flange
T o p c o l u m n flange g a s k e t
Top column pipe
T u b e t e n s i o n nipple

53.
54.
55.
56.

T u b e t e n s i o n plate
Tubing a d a p t o r
Underground discharge head
Underground discharge tee

Brief D e s c r i p t i o n and F u n c t i o n of Parts

It g u i d e s t h e flow into t h e eye of t h e l o w e s t impeller a n d carries the s u c t i o n c a s e
b e a r i n g of t h e impeller shaft
T h e g u i d e bearing of t h e impeller shaft l o c a t e d in s u c t i o n c a s e .
It p r e v e n t s entry of s a n d into t h e suction c a s e b e a r i n g and provides a port to g r e a s e
t h i s bearing
It helps to s t r e a m l i n e flow to s u c t i o n c a s e a n d provides a safety m e a s u r e in c a s e of
d r a w n d o w n level g o i n g b e l o w t h e l o w e s t impeller.
It p r e v e n t s entry of large foreign matter
It s u p p o r t s c o l u m n a n d driver and d i s c h a r g e s liquid from p u m p c o l u m n .
C o l u m n pipe with t h r e a d e d e n d s .
A lung bearing usually inserted in t he t o p b o w l .
A c o n n e c t i n g p i e c e b e t w e e n c o l u m n pipe a n d d i s c h a r g e h e a d .
It p r e v e n t s l e a k a g e of liquid from t o p c o l u m n flange.
First s e c t i o n of c o l u m n pipe b e l o w d i s c h a r g e h e a d .
A s h o r t piece of shaft t u b e generally p r o v i d e d at t h e t o p e n d of shaft t u b e a s s e m b l y
t o provide additional b e a n n g close t o t he h e a d shaft o r t o m a k e u p t h e r e q u i r e d
length of p u m p a s s e m b l y . It is c o n n e c t e d to t h e t u b e t e n s i o n plate.
U s e d for t e n s i o n i n g shaft t u b e s for a l i g n m e n t
A s h o t t p i e c e c o n n e c t i n g d i s c h a r g e c a s e t o t h e shaft t u b e
S u p p o r t s driver and c o l u m n a s s e m b l y w h e n d i s c h a r g e i s b e l o w surface.
This t a k e s off d i s c h a r g e b e l o w t h e b a s e plate , also forms part of c o l u m n .

TABLE 3 NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS COMMONLY USED IN FORCED WATERLUBRICATED VERTICAL TURBINE PUMPS WITH SOLID SHAFT MOTOR
(Clauses 4 0, 4 2 2 and Fig. 11 to 13)
Part
No.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6

Mama of Part
Air c o c k
Bearing holder
Bearing s e g m e n t
B o o s t e r impeller
B o t t o m shaft e n c l o s i n g t u b e
Bowl

7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
16.
17.
18.
19.
20.
21.
22.
23.
24.

Bowl bearing
Clear w a t e r p i p e
C o l u m n pipe
C o o l i n g coil
C o o l i n g w a t e r inlet

25.

Impeller lock nut

Cooling water outlet

Coupling b u s h e s
Cover
D e - a e r a t m g valve

Distance ring
Distance ring
Distance sleeve
Distance sleeve
Gland sepage drain
Guide casing
Head shaft
Head shaft sleeve
Impeller

Brief D e s c r i p t i o n a n d F u n c t i o n o f Parts
To r e m o v e air from shaft e n c l o s i n g t u b e
Holds rubber or plastic bearing for o p e n line shaft of w a t e r - l u b r i c a t e d p u m p .
Provided to lake axial thrust of t h e p u m p .
It delivers high pressure w a t e r to line shaft b e a r i n g .
It is u s e d to carry clear w a t e r from t r a n s m i s s i o n bearing to u p p e r p u m p bearing,
It g u i d e s flow received from o n e impeller to th e next impeller a b o v e
It h o u s e s
impeller a n d b o w l bearing
Bearing for t h e impeller shaft in e a c h b o w l
It is u s e d as inlet of clear w a t e r to b o o s t e r p u m p
T h e rising main t h r o u g h w h i c h liquid g o e s u p
Water is circulated t h r o u g h this coil to cool lubricating oil
Cooling w a t e r supplied t o cooling coils p r o v i d e d i n t h r u s t b e a r i n g h o u s i n g .
To r e m o v e cooling w g t e r from t h r u s t bearing h o u s i n g .
T o r q u e is t r a n s m i t t e d from m o t o r c o u p l i n g to p u m p c o u p l i n g t h r o u g h this.
To protect s e a l i n g ring.
To r e m o v e air from c o l u m n p i p e .
It is u s e d b e t w e e n s e a l i ng ring a n d b o t t o m of t o p b o w l b a a n n g .
Used as spacer betwee n p u m p coupling and nuts
Used a s s p a c e r b e t w e e n t w o impellers.
I t a c t s a s s p a c e r b e t w e e n shaft a n d b o o s t e r impeller.
To t a k e o u t w a t e r c o l l e c t e d in stuffing b o x h o u s i n g .
It g u i d e s w a t e r from first b o o s t e r impeller to s e c o n d .
It c o n n e c t s m o t o r shaft a n d line shaft.
It is provided u n d e r stuffing box p a c k i n g s
T h e rotating e l e m e n t p r o d u c i n g h e a d .
It r e c e i v e s liquid a n d impels it to b o w p a s s a g e .
It may be enclosed or semi-enclosed
To lock impeller on t he shaft

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TABLE 3 NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS COMMONLY USED IN FORCED WATERLUBRICATED VERTICAL TURBINE PUMPS WITH SOLID SHAFT MOTOR Contd
Part
No.

N a m e of Part

26

Impeller seal ring

27
28
29
30
31.
32
33.
34
35
36
37
38
39
40.
41
42
43.
44
45
46
47.
48
49
50

Impeller shaft
Impeller shaft c o u p l i n g
Head shaft bearing
Key, t h r u s t collar
Key, c o u p l i n g
Key, r a t c h e t pin h o u s i n g
Line shaft
Line shaft bearing
Lock nut
Lower bearing cover
Lower b o w l b e a r i n g
M o t o r stool
Nipple

51

R u b b e r ring

52
53
51
55

Sealing ring
Shaft e n c t o s i n g t u b e
Stuffing box gland
Stuffing box housing;

56
57
53
59
60
61
62.
63
64
65.
66
67

Stuffing box packing

S u c t i o n ball
T a p e r rising pipe
Thrust bearing h o u s i n g
Thrust bearing dip
T h r u s t collar
T o p bowl bearing
T w o - p i e c e ring
U n d e r g r o u n d d i s c h a r g e tee
U p p e r bearing cover
U p p e r shaft e n c l o s i n g l u b e
U p p e r shaft s l e e v e

Nuts
Nuts
Oil level g a u g e
E n c l o s e d line shaft s l e e v e s
Pressure g a u g e
P u m p hal l c o u p l i n g
P u r n p stool
R a t c h e t pin
R a t c h e t pin h o u s i n g
R u b b e r j o i n t ring
R u b b e r joint ring

Brief D e s c r i p t i o n an d F u n c t i o n of Parts
W e a r i n g ring providing w a t e r seal to e n c l o s e d impellers
This may be fitted in
b o w l o r o n impellers.
Impellers are m o u n t e d on it It is c o u p l e d to t h e line shaft
It c o n n e c t s line shaft to impeller shaft
Lined with w h i t e metal and s u p p o r t s th e h e a d shaft
It is u s e d to fit thrust collar on shaft
U s e d to fit p u m p c o u p l i n g on t h e shaft
It fits ratche t pm h o u s i n g on p u m p c o u p l i n g b o s s
S e c t i o n s of shaft b e t w e e n th e Impeller shaft a n d h e a d shaft
Bearing for t h e line shafi s e c t i o n s
Nut r o lock c o n i c a l c o u p l i n g
It is u s e d as b o t t o m cover for thrust bearing h o u s i n g .
T h e g u i d e b e a r i n g of t h e impeller shaft in t h e b o t t o m b o w l
It s u p p o r t s motor
It is t i g h t e n e d on lock nut
U s e d for locating s l e e v e
P r o v i d e d on h e a d shaft for adjusting impeller venically
It is u s e d to m e a s u r e level of oil in thrust b e a r i n g h o u s i n g
S l e e v e o p e r a t i n g as journal for t h e b e a r i n g s of forced w a t e r lubricated p u m p s
T o m e a s u r e pressure d e v e l o p e d b y t h e p u m p
It is c o u p l e d to motor c o u p l i n g a n d drives h e a d shaft
S u p p o r t s d n v e r a n d c o l u m n a s s e m b l y w h e n d i s c h a r g e i s b e l o w surface
It locks a g a i n s t u p p e r bearing cover during reverse rotation.

It is fixed on the pump coupling and houses ratchet pins

I t p r e v e n t s w a t e r leakage horn b o t t o m shaft e n c l o s i n g t u b e t o t o p b o w l
P r e v e n t s l e a k a g e from
a) Joint of b o w l ( u p p e r - m o s t ) a n d t a p er rising pipe .
b) joint of shaft e n c l o s i n g t u b e a n d line shaft b e a r i n g .
c) joint of t o p shaft e n c l o s i n g t u b e a n d stuffing b o x h o u s i n g ,
d ) t o p c o l u m n flange, a n d
e) p u m p stool a n d stuffing box h o u s i n g
Rotaling c l e m e n t fixed to thrust collar
It c o m e s into c o n t a c t with b e a r m g s e g m e n t
w h e n axial load a c t s
P r e v e n t s w a t e r l e a k a g e from b o w l to t o p b o w l bearing
It e n c l o s e s line shafts
This t i g h t e n s p a c k i ng at d i s c h a r g e h e a d a n d g u i d e s h e a d shaft
Used on forced w a t e r - l u b r i c a t e d p u m p s for sealing off w a t e r at d i s c h a r g e h e a d a l o n g
h e a d shaft Acts also as a g u i d e to h e a d shaft
Used in t h e stuffing box for sealing off w a t e r from d i s c h a r g e h e a d
It g u i d e s t h e flow into t he e y e of t h e l o w e s t impeller
It delivers w a t e r from l o p b o w l to c o l u m n pipe
It h o u s e s j o u r n a l b e a r i n g
It is fixed wit h p u m p stool
It IS used as shield for lubricating oil
It is m a d e in t w o h a l v e s
Fixed on shdft a n d s u p p o r t s t h e r u n n e r ring.
A long bearing usually inserted m t h e t o p b o w l .
T h e ring is in t w o halves a n d is fitted on shaft g r o o v e , l o c a t e s c o u p l i n g
This lakes off d i s c h a r g e b e l o w th e b a s e plate
Also forms part of c o l u m n
U s e d as c o v e r on t h r u s t bearing h o u s i n g , it h a s ratchet t e e t h
It g u i d e s clear w a t e r to first t r a n s m i s s i o n b e a t i n g
Provided in u p p e r m o s t b o w l and u s e d as s p a c e r

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FIG. 10 NOMENCLATURE FOR VERTICAL TURBINE PUMPS

(FORCED WATER-LUBRICATED AND WITH SOLID SHAFT MOTOR)

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FIG. 11 NOMENCLATURE FOR VERTICAL TURBINE PUMPS

(FORCED WATER-LUBRICATED AND WITH SOLID SHAFT MOTOR)

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FIG. 12 NOMENCLATURE FOR VERTICAL TURBINE PUMPS

(FORCED WATER-LUBRICATED AND WITH SCUD SHAFT MOTOR)

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FIG. 13 NOMENCLATURE FOR VERTICAL TURBINE PUMPS

(FORCED WATER-LUBRICATED AND WITH SOLID SHAFT MOTOR)

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4 . 3 Volute Pumps The names of t h e parts commonly used m connection with volute p u m p s
for specral purposes are listed in Table 4 (see Fig. 14).
4 . 4 Dry-Pit Non-clog Vertical Centrifugal Pumps The names of t h e parts commonly used in
connection with dry-pit non-clog vertical centrifugal pumps are listed in Table 5 (see Fig. 15).
TABLE 4
Part
No.

NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS COMMONLY USED IN- VERTICAL VOLUTE P U M P S

(Clauses 4.0, 4.3 and Fig 14)

N a m e o f Part

B r i e f D e s c r i p t i o n a n d F u n c t i o n o f Parts

1.

Bearing bus h

A part i n c o r p o t a t e d in t he p u m p b r a c k e t a n d a c t s as a bearing for t h e p u m p shaft.

2.

Casing

A portion o f t h e p u m p w h i c h h o u s e s t h e impeller a n d i n c o r p o r a t e s t h e volute.

3.

C a s i n g ring

A s t a t i o n a ry r e p l a c e a b l e ring to p r o t e c t t h e c a s i n g at a r u n n i n g fit with t h e impeller

4.

C l a m p s for oil p i p e s

T h e c l a m p s to k e e p t h e oil pipe in position for lubrication to t h e b e a r i n g s .

5.

Control n e e d l e v a l v e

A valve to c o n t r o l t h e flow of lubricant.

6.

Guide spider

A part w h i c h c o n t a i n s t h e b e a r i n g a n d a c t s as a vibration d a m p e n e r .

7.

Guide spider bearing bush

A part i n c o r p o r a t e d in t h e g u i d e spider and a c t s as a bearing for t h e line shaft.

8.

H e a d shaft

A shaft c o n n e c t i n g t h e line shaft to t h e motor shaft.

ring or t h e impeller.

H e a d shaft c o u p l i n g

A t h r e a d e d part w h i c h c o n n e c t s t h e line shaft with t h e h e a d shaft

10.

Impeller

A rotating e l e m e n t p r o d u c i n g h e a d .

11.

Line shaft

A part c o n n e c t i n g t h e h e a d shaft t o th e p u m p shaft a n d transmit s t h e p o w e r from

12.

Line shaft c o u p l i n g

A part w h i c h c o n n e c t s t h e t w o line shafts.

9.

h e a d shaft t o t h e p u m p shaft.
13.

Motor stool bearing bush

A part i n c o r p o r a t ed in t h e m o t o r stool a n d a c t s as a bearing for t h e last line shaft.

14.

Oil lubricator

A c o n t a i n e r with sufficient n u m b e r of o p e n i n g s to feed t h e oil for lubrication to t h e

15.

O p e r a t i n g n e e d l e valve

A valve w h i c h o p e r a t e s t h e lubricator.

bearings.
16.

P u m p shaft c o u p l i n g

A part w h i c h c o n n e c t s t h e p u m p shaft a n d line shaft rigidly.

17.

P u m p shaft

A shaft w h i c h h o l d s th e rotating impeller a n d transmit s t h e p o w e r

18.

Seal

A part w h i c h d o e s n o t a l l o w t h e liquid t o g o u p w a r d a n d d a m a g e t h e o t h e r parts.

19.

Shaft s l e e v e

A r e p l a c e a b l e s l e e v e for p r o t e c t i n g t h e p u m p shaft.

20.

Skirt

A part functioning as a b a s e for t h e m o t o r

21.

Suction cover

A r e m o v a b l e p i e c e (wit h w h i c h t h e inlet nozzle m a y be integral) u s e d to e n c l o s e t h e

22.

S u s p e n s i o n pipe

A part w h i c h e n c l o s e s t h e line shafts a n d s u p p o r t s t h e m o t o r s t o o l.

23.

Thrust bearing

A bearing l o c a t e d in t h e motor stool to t a k e care of t h e t h r u s t load d u e to hydraulic

s u c t i o n s i d e of t h e c a s i n g .

axial t h r u s t a n d w e i g h t of t h e r o t a t i n g part s in c a s e of solid shaft m o t o r a n d l o c a t e d

in m o t o r t o p in c a s e of h o l l o w shaft m o t o r

TABLE 6

NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS COMMONLY USED IN DRY-PIT NON-CLOG VERTICAL

CENTRIFUGAL PUMPS
(Clauses 4 0 and 4.4, and Fig. 15)

Part
No.

N a m e of Part

Brief D e s c r i p t i o n a n d F u n c t i o n o f P a r t s

1.

Bearing cover

A protective c o v e r for t h e b e a r i n g s

2.

C o u p l i n g m o t o r shaft half

A f l a n g e w h i c h c o n n e c t s t h e m o t o r shaft t o t h e flexible shaft.

3.

C o u p l i n g p u m p shaft half

A flang e w h i c h c o n n e c t s t h e p u m p shaft t o t h e flexible shaft.

4.

Deflector

A d e v i c e to p r o t e c t b e a r i n g s by slingin g off stuffing b o x l e a k a g e .

5.

Line shaft s

Shafts w h i c h t r a n s m i t p o w e r from m o t o r shaft t o p u m p shaft.

6
7.
8.

Gearing housing

A c o v e r for t h e p u m p s h a f t ; it a l s o h o u s e s t h e b e a r i n g s for t h e p u m p shaft

Adapter

A n e x t e n s i o n t o t h e frame c o n n e c t i n g i t t o t h e p u m p c a s i n g ; i t e n c l o s e s stuffing b o x .

Grease nipple

A n o n - r e t u r n valve t h r o u g h w h i c h g r e a s e i s p u m p e d t o t h e b e a r i n g s .

(Continued on page 20)

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FIG. 14 TYPICAL ILLUSTRATION OF SPECIAL PURPOSE VERTICAL VOLUTE PUMP

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FIG. 15 DRY-PIT NON-CLOG VERTICAL CENTRIFUGAL PUMP

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4.5 Dry Self-Priming Centrifugal Pumps The names of the parts commonly used in connection with
dry self-priming centrifugal pumps are listed in Table 6 (see Fig. 16).

TABLE 6

Part
No.

NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS COMMONLY USED IN DRY-PIT NON-CLOG VERTICAL

CENTRIFUGAL P U M P S Contd

N a m e of Part

9.
10.

High ring base

Impeller

11.
12.
13.
14.

Impeller key
Impeller nut

15.
16.
17.

Pump shaft
Shaft sleeve
Stuffing box

18.
19.

Brief Description and Function of Parts

A part functioning as a base for the motor.

A rotating element producing head
A parallel sided element preventing the Impeller from rotating relative to the shaft
To secure the
Sealing liquid
A housing for
A shaft which

Lantern rmg
Plummer block

A replaceable sleeve for protecting the shaft.

Used for sealing off liquid at discharge head along pump shaft.

Stuffing box gland

Stuffing box packing

TABLE 6

impeller on the shaft.

is supplied through the lantern ring into the stuffing box.
the bearings.
holds the rotating impeller and transmits the motion.
Acts also as a guide

to pump shaft.
This compresses packing at discharge head and guides head shaft.
Used in stuffing box for sealing off liquid from discharge head.

NOMENCLATURE OF PARTS COMMONLY USED IN DRY SELF-PRIMING

CENTRIFUGAL P U M P S
(Clauses 4 0 and 4.5, and Fig 16)

Part
No.
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
11.
12.
13.

Name of Part

Brief D e s c r i p t i o n and Function of Parts

Bearing cover
Bearing pedestal
Casing
Casing ring

A
A
A
A

Deflector
Grease nipple
Impeller
Impeller key
Impeller nut
Mechanical seal, rotating
element
Mechanical seal, stationary
element
Non-return valve housing

A device to protect bearings by slinging off stuffing box leakage.

A non-return valve through which grease is pumped to the bearing.

Pump shaft

protective cover for the bearing.

casting with supporting feet accommodating the bearing or bearings.
portion of the pump which houses the impeller and incorporates the volute.
stationary replaceable ring to protect the casing at running fit with the impeller ring
or the impeller.

A rotating element producing head.

A parallel sided piece used to prevent the impeller from rotating relative to the shaft
To secure the impeller on the shaft.
A flexible device mounted on the shaft in the stuffing box and having lapped sealing
face held against the stationary sealing face.
A sub-assembly consisting of one or more parts mounted on the stuffing box and
having a lapped sealing face.
A housing for the non-return valve.
A shaft which holds the rotating impeller and transmits the power.

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FIG. 16 NOMENCLATURE FOR DRY SELF-PRIMING CENTRIFUGAL PUMP

5.

Material of Construction

5.1 The materials of construction for various parts of special purpose p u m p s coming in contact with t h e
p u m p e d liquid d e p e n d on t h e particular application. It is recognized t h a t a number of materials of c o n s truction is available to meet t h e needs of any particular application. A few of t h e materials are listed b e l o w
merely for t h e g u i d a n c e of t h e manufacturer and t h e user. The list is not intended to be exhaustive. This
list d o e s not necessarily indicate that all t h e materials listed are equally effective in all environments. It
merely indicates t h a t each t y p e of material has been satisfactorily applied in handling that liquid, under
s o m e , possibly all, conditions.
W r o u g h t materials, such as shafts may be either of similar composition to t h e castings used, or suita b l e shaft protection should be provided against corrosion.
Most of t h e parts are primarily castings.
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T h e materials of construction for the various parts of p u m p s may be selected from o n e or more of
t h e following. T h e material of construction r e c o m m e n d e d for t h e p u m p s for handling different liquids are
given in Table 7:
Selection
No.

Material

of

Relevant

Construction

1.

Bronze fitted*

2.

All iron

3.
4.

All bronze
All austenitic iron

5.

All stainless steel

6.

All monel metal

7.
8.

Rubber lined
White iron

Specification

Grade V of IS : 3 1 8 - 1 9 6 2 'Specification for leaded tin

bronze ingots and castings (revised)'
Grade 20 of IS : 2 1 0 - 1 9 7 0 'Specification for grey iron
castings ( s e c o n d revision)'
Grade V of IS : 3 1 8 - 1 9 6 2
Type 2 of IS : 2 7 4 9 - 1 9 6 4 'Specification for austenitic
iron castings'
Designation
07Cr19Ni9Mo Z of IS : 1 5 7 0 - 1 9 6 1
' S c h e d u l e s for w r o u g h t steels for general engineering purposes'
Composition:
Nickel 63 percent
Copper 30 percent
Iron 2 percent
M a n g a n e s e 0.9 percent
Silicon 4 percent
Tensile stress 5 8 8 M N / m 2
Elongation on 5 d 20 to 10 percent
Brinell hardness 2 7 5 to 3 0 0

I S : 2 1 0 7 - 1 9 6 2 'Specification for malleable cast iron

castings'

9.
10,

Graphite
Hastelloy

11.

Nickel cast iron

12.

Alumina porcelain

13.

Chlorimet 3

14.

Antimonial lead (hard lead)

15.

High silicon cast iron (duriorn)

16.
17.
18.
19.

Ceramic ( g l a s s / s t o n e w a r e)
PVC (unplasticized)
Polystyrene
Glass lining

Composition:
Nickel 85 percent
Silicon 10 percent
C o p p e r 3 percent
Composition:
Nickel 0.7 to 2 percent
Iron Remainder
Tensile stress 1 7 7 M N / m 2
Specific gravity 7 3
Electrical porcelain containing approximately
percent alumina (Al 2 O 8 )
Composition:
Nickel 60 percen t
Chromium 18 p e r c e n t
Molybdenum 18 percent
Iron, silicon and carbon Remainder
Composition:
Lead 94 percent
Antimony 6 percent
Composition:
Silicon 15 percent
Iron, carbon a n d m a n g a n e s e Remainder

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5.2
Gaskets,Seafs and Packings The gaskets, seals and packings, used in special purpose p u m p s , shall be
suitably c h o s e n so as to withstand t h e effect of liquid being p u m p e d . This shall be selected generally in c o n sultation with t h e manufacturer taking into a c c o u n t t h e end u s e s . Wherever possible, suitable mechanical
seals are to be preferred to packings.
T h e r e c o m m e n d e d materials for seals for special p u r p o s e p u m p s may be selected from o n e or m o r e of
t h e following:
Selection No.
1.

Brief

Description

of Seals

A s b e s t o s plaited yarn seal greased, graphited a n d lubricated

*Bronze Fitted Pumps The pumps in which the casing is of cast iron: the impeller, the casing ring, the impeller ring and
shaft sleeves are of bronze, and the shaft is of steel.
Wherever these and other materials not included in the list are required, they shall form the subject of a separate agreement
between the supplier and the purchaser.
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.

Asbestos plaited throughout yarn seal unlubricated

Asbestos steam seal greased, graphited and lubricated
Asbestos lubricated hard seal
Asbestos rubberized laminated seal
White metal foil seal crinkled lubricated asbestos yarn
Blue asbestos anti-acid seal non-metallic
Polytetrafluoroethylene (Teflon)
Cotton yarn (lubricated) seal
Mechanical seal

5.2.1 Seals recommended for various types of fluids handled are given in Table 7.
mechanical seals should be preferred to t h o s e given in the table.

Wherever possible.

TABLE 7 RECOMMENDED MATERIAL OF CONSTRUCTION AND STUFFING BOX PACKING

FOR PUMPING VARIOUS FLUIDS (CAVITATION EFFECT INCLUDED)
SI
No.

Fluid

Formula

Condition of
Liquid

Material
Recommended

Packing
Selection
Number

1,2,3,5,10,13

Cold

5,10,13,15

7,10

CO2 + H2O

Aqueous

7,10

HCI

Dilute cold

6,7,9,12

7,10

3,5,10,11,12

7,10

S u l p h u r i c nitrate

2,5,11,13

10

Dilute

4,5,7,12,15

10

5,10,13

7,10

10

1.

Acetaldehyde

2.

Acetate solvents

3.

Acfd, a c e t i c

CH3COOH

4.

Acid, carboric

5.

Acid, h y d r o c h l o r i c

6.

Acid, m i n e w a t e r

7.

Acid, mixed

8.

A c i d , nitric

HNO3

9.

Acid, b e n z o i c

C6H5COOH

10.

Acid, hydrofluoric

HF

A n h y d r o u s With h y d r o carbon

11.

Acid, s u l p h u r i c

H2SO4

65/93%<175C

2,5,6,10,11

7,10

2,5,6,10,11,12,13,14,15

7,10

CH1CHO

Cold

12.

Acid, sulphuric

H 2 SO 4

65/93%>175C

13.

Acid, sulphuric (oleum)

H2SO4+SO3,

Fuming

H2SO4

10 percent

H2SO3

14.

Acid, s u l p h u r i c

15.

Acid, s u l p h u r o u s

16.

Acid, tan

17.

Alcohols

18.

Aluminium sulphate

Al2

19.

Ammonia aqua

NH4OH

20.

Ammonium chloride

NH 4 CI

21.

A m m o n i u m nitrate

NH4NO3

22.

Ammonium

(NH4)2HPO4

23.

Ammonium sulphate

(NH4)2SO4

24.

phosphate, dibasic

B a r i u m nitrat e

26.

Beer

Ba(NO3)2

10
7

3,5,10,13,14

3,5,6,10,13

10
7,10

1,3,5

10

5,6,11,14,15

2,12

A q u e o u s soln

5,6,11

Aqueous soln

2,5,4,6,11

A q u e o u s soln

1,2,5,6,11,13

3,5

A q u e o u s soln

2,4,5,11

A q u e o u s soln (pure)

1,5

2,5,6,11

3,5

4
4

Asphalts

25.

(SO 4 )

5,6,10,11,12,13,14,15

A q u e o u s soln

Beet juice

3,5

28.

Beet p u l p

1,2,3,5,10,11,13

29.

Benzene

27.

C6H6

1,2,5

10

1,2,5

10

30.

Benzol

31.

Brine, alkali

2,5

32.

Brine, a c i d i c

5,7

33.

Brine, chilling

1,2,3,4,5

1,2

10

34.

Brine, s e a w a t e r

36.

Butane

36.

Calcium chloride a q u e o u s soln

C4H12
CACI2

pH>8

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TABLE 7 RECOMMENDED MATERIAL OF CONSTRUCTION AND STUFFING BOX PACKING
FOR PUMPING VARIOUS FLUIDS (CAVITATION EFFECT INCLUDED) Contd
Sl
No.

Fluid

37.
38.

CaCl 2

39.

Calcium chloride A q u e o u s soln

Calcium magnesium chloride
Calcium s o d i u m chloride

40.
41.

Calcium hypochlorite
Cane juice

Ca ( O C I ) 2

Carbon bisulphide

CS2
CCI 4

42.
43.
44.
45.
46.

Carbon tetrachloride
Chloro b e n z e n e
Chloroform

Formula

CHCI,

Cellulose acetate
Copper chloride
Enamel

CuCI 2

50.
51.

Ethane

C2H6

E t h y l e n e c h l o r i d e (dichloride)
Ferrous sulphate

C 2 H 4 CI 2

Aqueous

FeSO4

56.
57.

C2H14
C7H15

58.

Hydrogen peroxide

H2O2

59.

Jar
J a n n i n g liquors

5,10,13

10

Hot

1
3,5,6,10,13,15

2,5,13

1,2,4,5,6,11
1,2,4.5,6,11

4,10
4,10

1,2,4,5,6,11

1,2.4,5,6,11
1

4,10

3,5,10.13,15
5

M a n g a n e s e c h l o r i de

MnCI 2

Aqueous

68.

Milk
Molasses

Oil, olive
Oil, p a l m

80.

Oil, q u e n c h i n g

81.
82.

Oil, r a p e s e e d
Oil, s o y a b e a n

83.
84.
85.

Oil, t u r p e n t i n e
Oil, paraffin
Oil, p e t r o l e u m e t h e r

86.
87.

Pentane
Potash

C5H12

88.

Potash alum

89.
90.
91.
92.

10
4

Aqueous

57.

78.
79.

10
10

Aqueous

Oil, lubricating
Oil, mineral

10
4

1,2
1,2

LiCI

77.

3,5.6,10,13
5.6

Lithium chlorid e

Oil, k e r o s e n e
Oil, l i n s e e d

3
10

3,5,6,10,13
1,2,5
1,2,3,5

66.

75.
76.

1,2,3,4,5

5,6,14,15

10

Cold
Aqueous

Ca ( O H ) 3

Oil, c r u d e

2
3,5

1,2
3,5,6

Liquor, p u l p mill b l a c k

72.

Liquor, p u l p mill g r e e n
Liquor, p u l p mill w h i t e
Liquor, p u l p mill pink

73.
74.

1,5,6,15
1,3,4

62.

Oil, c o l d tar
Oil, c o c o n u t
Oil, c r e o s o t e

4
4
4

1,5,10,13

63.
64.
65.

59.
70.
71.

3,4,5,6
3,4,5,6
3,4,5,6

6,7,9,15
1

C3H5(OH)3

Packing
Selection
Number

Aqueous

Glycerol (Glycerine)
Hexane
Heptane

Material
Recommended

Cupric a q u e o u s

Fruit j u i c e s
Gasoline

Lime w a t e r (milk of lime)

C6H5Cl

Copper ammonrum acetate

60.
61.

Aqueous
Aqueous

A q u e o u s soln

48
49.

53.
54.
55.

PH<8
Aqueous

47.

52.

Condition of
Liquid

Cold or h o t

3,10
3

2,10

1,3.5

1,2,5,10,13
1,2,3,5,6,11

4,7
4

1,2
1,2

4
4

1,2,5

4,10
9
9

1,2,3,5,6,10,13
1,2
1,2

1,2
1,2,3,5,6,11

1,2

9
9
9

3,5,6,10,13
1,2,3,5,6,10,13

1,2
1,2
1,2,5

10
4

P l a n t liquor

1,2
3,4,5,6,11

10
6

Al2 (SO4)5
K 2 SO 4 2 4 H 2 0

Aqueous

3,4,6,11

Potassium-carbonate
Potassium chlorate

K 2 CO 5
KCIO 4

Aqueous
Aqueous

1,2

5,10,13,15

Potassium hydroxide
P o t a s s i u m nitrate

KOH

Aqueous

2.4,5,6,12

6
6

KNO 3

Aqueous

1,5,10,13

Hot or cold

10

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TABLE 7 RECOMMENDED MATERIAL OF CONSTRUCTION AND STUFFING BOX PACKING
FOR PUMPING VARIOUS FLUIDS (CAVITATION EFFECT INCLUDED) Contd
SI
No.
93
94.
95.
96.
97.
98.
99.

100.
101

102.
103.
104

105.
106.
107.
108.
109.
110.
111.
112.
113.
114.
115.
116

117.
118.
119.
120
121

122.

6.
6.1

Fluid

Formula

Propane
Pyridine
Sewage
Silver nitrate
Slop, brewery
Slop, distillers
Soap, Irquor
Soda ash
Soda ash
Sodium bicarbonate
Sodium chloride
Sodium chloride
Sodium chloride
Sodium hydroxide
Sodium silicate
Sodium sulphate
Starch
Sugar
Vegetable juices
Vinegar
Water boiler feed

C3H6
C5H5N

AgNO 3

Na 2 CO 3
Na 2 CO 3
NaHCO 3
NaCI
NaCI
NaCI
NaOH
Na 2 SiO 3
Na 2 SO 4
(C 6 H 10 O 5 )

Water, high make up

Water, low make up
Water, chlorinated
Water, distilled
Water, distilled
Water, fresh
White water
Wood pulp
Zinc sulphate

ZnSO 4

Condition of
Liquid
Aqueous

Aqueous

Cold
Hot

Aqueous soln
<3 1% Cold
>3 1% Cold
>3.2% Hot
Aqueous soln

Aqueous soln

Aqueous soln

Not evaporated pH
8 5
pH 8 5
Evaporated

High purity

Condensate
Paper mills
Stock
Aqueous soln

Material
Recommended

Packing
Salection
Number

1,2
5
1,2,3,4
5,10,13,15
1,2,3
3,5
4,5
2
4,5,6
2,4,5
1,3,4
3,4,5,6,10,13
5,6,15
1,2,4,5,6,10,12
1
3,5,12
1,2,3,5
3,4,5,10,13
3,5,6,10,15
3,5,10,11,13,15
2,5

10
6
9
9
4
4
4
4
4

1
5,6
7
3,5,7
1,3,7
1,2,3
1,2,3
1,2,3
3,5,11

9
9
1
9
9
9
4
4
7

4
4
4,10
5
4
5
3
3
4
7
1

Classification
Classes The p u m p s covered by this standard shall be generally classified into t h e f o l l c w i r g classes

6.1.1 Radial flow pumps P u m p s in w h i c h t h e h e ad is develope d by t h e action of centnfugai force u p o n

liquid w h i c h e n t e r s t h e impeller axially at t h e centre a n d flows radially to t h e periphery ( s e e Fig. 1 7 )

FIG. 17

RADIAL FLOW PUMP

Pumps in this class with single suction impellers usually have a specific speed (nq) (see 3.8) below
300 and with double suction impellers a specific speed below 400.
6 . 1 . 2 Mixed flow pumps P u m p s in w h i c h t h e h e a d is developed partly by t h e action of centrifugal
force a n d partly by axial propulsion as a result of w h i c h t h e fluid entering t h e impeller axially at t h e c e n t r e
is d i s c h a r g e d in an a n g u l a r direction ( s e e Fig. 1 8 ) .

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P u m p s in this class with single suction impellers have usually a specific speed (n q ) 3 0 0 to 6 5 0
a n d with d o u b le suction impellers, a specific spee d from 4 0 0 to 8 5 0 .
6 . 1 . 3 Axial flow pump A p u m p in which t h e head is developed by t h e propelling or lifting action
of t h e v a n e s on t h e liquid which enters t h e impeller axially and d i s c h a r g e s axially ( s e e Fig 1 9 ) .
P u m p s of this t y p e with a single inlet impeller usually have a specific speed g r e a t e r than 9 0 0 .

FIG 18

MIXED FLOW PUMP

FIG. 19

AXIAL FLOW PUMP

6 . 1 . 4 Rotary positive displacement pump, liquid ring type A p u m p in which t h e head Is developed
by running t h e impeller in an eccentric position related to t h e auxiliary liquid w h i c h rotates in concentric
alignment with t h e casing. The liquid is forced in a n d out of t h e impeller cells rather like a piston t h u s
creating pressure or v a c u u m ( s e e Fig. 2 0 ) .
6.1.5 Regenerative pumps, side-channel type A p u m p in which t h e head is
developed
by
re-circulating t h e liquid through a series of rotating vane s ( s e e Fig. 2 1 A ) . T h e impeller of this t y p e of
p u m p is usually solid, o n e piece disc with v a n e s formed on o n e or b o t h of its sides at t h e periphery
( m e Fig. 2 1 B ) .
P u m p s in this class usually have a specific s p e e d less t h a n 5 0 0 .
6.2 Types T h e p u m p s covered in this standard shall be classified into different t y p e s d e p e n d i n g u p o n
t h e following characteristics.
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Auxiliary Liquid
at Rest
FIG. 20

F o r m a t i o n of Liquid Ring
During O p e r a t i o n with Conc e n t r i c Impelle r A r r a n g e m e n t

F o r m a t i o n of Liquid Ring D u r ing O p e r a t i o n w i t h E c c e n t r i c

Impeller A r r a n g e m e n t

ROTARY POSITIVE DISPLACEMENT PUMP, LIQUID RING TYPE

FIG. 21A

REGENERATING PUMP (SIDE CHANNEL PUMP)

FIG. 21B

IMPELLER FOR REGENERATING PUMP

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6.2.1 Number

of stages

a) Single stage pumps p u m p s in which the total head is developed by o n e impeller.

b) Multi-stage pumps p u m p s in which t h e total head is developed by more than o n e impeller
6 . 2 . 2 Type of inlet
a) Single suction pumps p u m p s equipped with o n e or more single suction impellers (see Fig 2 2 ) .
b) Double suction pumps p u m p s equipped with o n e or more double suction impellers (see Fig. 2 3 ) .
6 . 2 . 3 Type of casing
a)

Hydraulic design
1) Volute pumps p u m p s in which the velocity head is converted into pressure head in the casing
m a d e in t h e form of a spiral or a volute.
2) Diffuser pumps p u m p s equipped with diffuser vanes which convert the velocity head into
pressure head.

b)

Mechanical construction
1) Integral casing pumps p u m p s equipped with a casing made in a single piece.
2) Horizontally split casing pumps p u m p s equipped with a casing split on t h e horizontal centre
line.
3) Varticaily split casing pumps p u m p s equipped with a casing split on the vertical centre line.
4) Diagonally split casing pumps p u m p s equipped with a casing split diagonally.
5) Segmented casing pumps pumps equipped with a casing made up of segments.
These may
be either of t h e band type for multipurpose pumps or of t h e bowl type for turbine p u m p s .

FIG. 23 DOUBLE
SUCTION IMPELLER

FIG. 22 SINGLE
SUCTION IMPELLER

7.

D i r e c t i o n of R o t a t i o n

7.1 The direction of rotation of p u m p s is designated clockwise or counter-clockwise as observed when

looking at t h e p u m p s shaft from t h e driving end (see Fig 24).
7 . 2 The direction of rotation shall be clearly marked either by incorporating it in t h e casing or by a separate
metal plate arrow securely fitted to t h e casing.

FIG. 24 DIRECTION OF ROTATION

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8. Accessories
8.1 Essential Accessories The following shall constitute t h e essential accessories:
a)
b)
c)
d)

Oil level indicator for oil lubricated bearings,

Non-reversible ratchet arrangement for vertical turbine p u m p s only,
Oil lubricator if t h e p u m p is oil lubricated, and
Grease c u p for grease lubricated bearings.

8 . 2 Optional Accessories The following shall constitute t h e optional accessories and shall be supplied
subject to agreement between t h e manufacturer and the purchaser:
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
h)
j)
k)
m)
n)
p)
q)
r)

Flexible coupling or pulleys,

pressure a n d vacuu m g a u g e s , with cock,
Prelubricating tank,
Footvatve with strainer,
Reflux valve,
Sluice valve,
Priming funnel with separate or integral air cock,
Test cock,
Float switches,
Base plate,
Tools,
Foundation bolts and nuts,
Companion flange,
A pair of column pipe clamps, and shaft clamps, and
Pressure relief valve.

9. Suction Limitations
9.1 Among t h e more important factors affecting t h e operation of a centrifugal p u m p are t h e suction conditions. Abnormally high suction lifts beyond t h e suction rating of t h e p u m p usually c a u s e considerable
reductions in capacity, head and efficiency often leading to serious trouble such as vibration and cavitation.
9.2 Cavitation can be described as t h e condition existing in flowing liquids w h e n the pressure at any point
falls below t h e vapour pressure of the liquid at t h e prevailing temperature. S o m e of t h e liquid flashes into
vapour a n d bubbles of t h e vapour are carried along with t h e liquid. If this h a p p e n s in t h e suction area of
a centrifugal pump or within t h e entrance of t h e impellers, the bubbles are carried into the impeiler a n d
undergo an increase in pressure and, therefore, c o n d e n s e and finally collapse.
9.2.1
a)
b)
c)
d)

Effects of cavitation The effects of cavitation are:

d a m a g e to material,
cavitation noise,
vibration d u e to t h e collapse of the bubble, and
deterioration in performance of the p u m p .

10. Factors Affecting Pump Performance

1 0 . 0 The following factors are to be considered from t h e performance point of view of rotodynamic p u m p s
handling various types of liquids:
a) Specific gravity,
b) Viscosity,
c) Temperature,
d) Vapour pressure, and
e) Percentage of solids.
10.1 Effect of Specific

Gravity

1 0 . 1 . 1 The p u m p develops t h e s a m e head in metre of liquid i n d e p e n d e n t of specific gravity and, therefore,

t h e pressure in k g / c m 2 is proportional to t h e specific gravity.
1 0 . 1 . 2 The p u m p delivers t h e s a m e quantity by volume i n d e p e n d e nt of specific gravity, but t h e quantity
by weight will be proportional to t h e specific gravity.
1 0 . 1 . 3 The efficiency is unaffected by t h e specific gravity of t h e liquid pumped, but t h e p o w e r absorbed
is in direct proportion to t h e specific gravity.

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1 0 . 1 . 4 The permissiblesuction lift varies with specific gravity. The height of a column of a liquid
corresponding to t h e atmospheric pressure is inversely proportional to t h e specific gravity and t h e suction
lift will vary accordingly.
1 0 . 2 Effects of Viscosity
10.2.1 Viscosity reduces t h e capacity and head.
1 0 . 2 . 2 Viscosity increases t h e p o w e r requirement d u e to disc friction losses involved a n d consequently
lowers t h e efficiency.
1 0 . 2 . 3 Viscosity affects t h e suction lift oft h e p u m p .
1 0 . 2 . 4 Thestandard performancefiguresfora p u m p arewith respectto water. In ordertog e tt h ecorres
ponding performancefigures w h e n handling a liquid of k n o w n viscositys o m ecorrections haveto be applied.
The correction factors given here are to be applied for viscosity values upto 2 4 0 centipoise, as normally t h e
rotodynamic p u m p is notto be r e c o m m e n d e d farliquids with higherviscosities.
1 0 . 2 . 6 The performance of a rotodynamic p u m p w h e n handling viscous liquids may be determined, if its
performance on water is k n o w n . The performance correction chart for viscous liquids is given in Fig. 2 5 .
The chart may also be used as an aid in selecting t h e p u m p s for given applications. The correction curves,
therefore, are not exactforany particularp u m p but areto serve as a g o o d g u i d a n c e in t h e selection ofp u m p s .
The useoft h e performance correction chart and its limitations are explained in detail in 1 4 .
1 0 . 3 Effects of Temperature
10.3.1 Temperature affects specific gravity, and t h e performance curve, irrespective of vapour pressure,
will be affected as enumerated in 1 0 . 1 .
1 0 . 3 . 2 Temperature affects t h e viscosity and t h e performance will be affected as enumerated m 1 0 . 2
1 0 . 3 . 3 From this, it is clearthat it is necessary to k n o w t h e specific gravity and t h e viscosity of the liquid
at t h e pumping temperature.
1 0 . 3 . 4 Temperature affects vapour pressure and h e n c e t h e a m o u n t of NPSHr and NPSHa.
1 0 . 3 . 5 Suction lift is to bereduced for higher altitudes att h e rate of 1 15 m for every 1 0 0 0m a b o v e
mean sea level. The temperature correction should be obtained from steam tables.
1 0 . 4 Effect of Vapour Pressure
10.4.1 The vapour pressure ofany liquid increases with an increase in temperature. Since the NPSHa. to
t h e p u m p ist h e suction head above t h e vapour pressure necessary to prevent cavitation, itfollowsthat with
an increase in temperature of t h e pumpe d liquid, suction head h a s to be increased so as to meet t h e NPSHr
of t h e p u m p to ensure cavitation freeflow.
1 0 . 4 . 2 For NPSH correction of hydrocarbons (see Fig. 2 6 ) .
1 0 . 5 Effect of Total Suction Lift
10.5.1 The effectoftotal suction lifton a rotodynamic p u m p is related to its specific speed. The specific
speed h a s b e e nfound to be veryvaluable criterion in determining t h e permissible maximum total suction lift
or minimum suction head to avoid cavitation for various conditions of capacities, head and speed. For a
given head a n d capacity, a p u m p of low specific speed will operatesafely with a greatertotal suction lift t h a n
o n e of higher specific s p e e d .
1 0 . 6 . 2 Figure 27 gives t h etotal suction lift limits for d o u b l e suction p u m p s of predominantly radial flow
t y p ehaving specifics p e e dfrom 50to5 0 0 rev/mm . Figure 28 gives t h e s a m e forsinglesuction mixedflow
p u m p s of specific speed from 2 0 0 to 8 0 0 rev/min. The p u m p s may be selected within t h e limits s h o w n in
t h e s e curves with reasonable assurance of freedom from cavitation or t h e p u m p s should give t h e best
efficiency pointfora suction lift s h o w n in t h e s e curves.
1 0 . 5 . 3 Fordeterminingt h etotal suction liftfor a single suction radial flow pump, its specific speed should
be multiplied by 2 a n d thent h ecurvesreferred t o .
1 0 . 6 . 4 For d o u b l e suction radial flow p u m p s , t h etotal discharge including both s u c t i o n sshould be taken
into a c c o u n t
Example:
Asinglesuction p u m pwith shaft through eye of impeller h a s a total head of30 m and specific speed
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FIG. 25

PERFORMANCE CORRECTION CHART FOR VISCOUS LIQUIDS

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FIG. 26

NPSH CORRECTION CHART FOR HYDROCARBONS (NOT TO BE USED FOR OTHER LIQUIDS)

FIG. 27

SUCTION LIMIT CURVES FOR SINGLE STAGE, SINGLE AND DOUBLE SUCTION PUMPS

FIG. 28

SUCTION LIMIT CURVES FOR SINGLE SUCTION MIXED FLOW PUMPS

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of 1 3 5 rev/min.
specific speed =

What is t h e maximum allowable total suction lift to avoid danger of cavitation?

135 = 192

T h e point of intersection of t h e vertical line ( s e e Fig. 27) from 1 9 2 writh t h e horizontal line from
30 m head, lies on total suction lift line of 6 m.
The total suction lift should not exceed this value.
11. Information to be Supplied by t h e Purchaser
11.1

When enquiring or ordering pumps, t h e user shall furnish t h e following information to t h e supplier:
a) Pump
application:
1) Altitude at site.
2) Ambient temperature.
3) If t h e p u m p is to work in parallel or in series with other pumps, detailed sketch of t h e instellation
with performance and other details of other p u m p s should be given.
4) Number of working hours per d a y : ..
.. Continuous/Intermittent. If intermittent, h o w
often is the p u m p started or stopped.
b) Liquid handled:
1) Liquid to be p u m p e d ,
Trade name, if any.
2) Chemical composition.
3) W h e t h e r metal contamination is undesirable. If s o , w h a t percentage of element (Fe, Cu, Ni, C o )
is permissible.
4) Nature Acidic/Alkaline/Neutral, pH value.
5) If eny g a s or air is dissolved, details to be given. If paper pulp is to be handled, whether it is
mechanical ground w o o d pulp or chemical pulp to be specified with its consistency.
Maximum
Normal Minimum
6) Working t e m p in C
7) Viscosity S S U / c S t
8) Specific gravity
9) Vapour pressure (indicate unit)
10) If any solids are p r e s e n t :
i) Quantity, percent by w e i g h t
ii) S h a p e and size of t h e largest piece in mm
11) Character: Pulpy/Gritty/Hard/Soft.
c)

Number

of pumps

required.

d) Pump
operating conditions:
1) Total capacity in litres per second.
2) Capacity of each p u m p in litres per second.
3) Total head (including friction losses) in metres.
4) If t h e total head is not known (refer to t h e figure No. given or attach a figure), t h e n t h e details
of t h e following shall be provided:
i) Static suction lift/positive suction head in metres,
ii) Static delivery head in metres,
iii) If t h e pressure in t h e suction vessel a n d delivery tank are other than atmospheric :
Pressure in t h e suction vessel in kgf/cm 2 .
Pressure in t h e delivery tank in kgf/cm 2 .
Pipe material; Condition:
New/Used.
Suction pipe dia (d???) in m m ; Length (???) in metres.
Delivery pipe dia (d 3 ) in m m ; Length (???) in metres.
e) Pipe fittings:
Suction
Delivery
Side
Size No.
Size No.
Item
Foot valve
Sluice valve
Non-return valve
Bend
Tee
Elbow
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f)

g)
h)

Prime mover details:

1) Do you require a prime m o v e r ? Yes/No.
2) Electric motor drive.
i) Type of diive Direct or indirect through pulley or g e a r , whether m o u n t e d on a c o m m o n
b a s e plate or separately
ii) Type of current
a c / d c , P h a s e single/three,
iii) Frequency in H 7
iv) Voltage
v) Rating in kW
vi) Enclosure totally enclosed/drip-proof/flameproof/explosion proof, etc.
3) If other source of power is used, give full details
4) Special features required, if any, should be given
Stuffing box seal arrangement required
If any other p u m p is already in use, following information to be given.
1)

2)
3)
4)
5)

Material of construction
i) Delivery casing
ii) Shaft
iii) Impeller,
iv) Shaft sleeves
v) Gland.
Arrangement of stuffing box seal
Service life in months,
In case of trouble, which parts were affected
What was the nature of trouble corrosion/erosion/galvanic action/stray current

11.1.1 Clarification on the above information A few items in the above information will need further
clarification These clarifications are given below with reference numbers as given in the above information
sheet
11.1.1.1 Operating head range [ see 11.1 (a) (3) ] Whenever t w o or more p u m p s are involved,
a curve showing tho system-head, capacity characteristics is necessary to determine t h e operating head
range
For operating head range specification, reduction in friction head losses with decreased capacity
resultmg from an increased static head and the reverse with increased capacity resulting from a decreased
static head shall be considered
Size limitations imposed by transaction through the mine shaft are to be studied
1 1 . 1 . 1 . 2 Type of installation It may be horizontal or vertical
If vertical in dry or wet pit with enclosed shaft construction, the centre-line of the suction pipe (if fixed by existmg construction), and t h e
motor supporting floor should be defined with details
In case of open shaft construction if the vertical
distance is such that steady bearings may be required for t h e transmission shafting, location of bearing
supporting b e a m s or of floors, if fixed by s o m e local conditions, should be described
This, with t h e information as to water levels in the suction pump, will permit to select a proper length of transmission shaft
1 1 . 1 . 1 . 3 Nature of liquid [ see 11.1 (b) (4) ] Acidic or alkaline, concentration of the solution, and
impurities present in the liquid to be handled, if any, are to be indicated The last item is of paramount
importance, as experience has s h o w n that presence of various impurities has a marked effect on the relative
resistance to corrosion of various pulp materials
1 1 . 1 . 1 . 4 Size of solids [ s e e 11.1 (b) (10) ] If the s e w a g e is not screened or commutated, it is
desirable that s e w a g e p u m p s that are on straight domestic s e w a g e service be capable of passing 65 mm
solids
On storm water or combined domestic and storm water systems, larger solids can be expected.
In such c a s e s it is usual to protect t h e p u m p s by employing trash bars of proper size on t h e suction side. A
p u m p design capable of passing very large solids for t h e capacity involved is not desirable as it often forces
t h e manufacturer to offer larger, more expensive and less efficient p u m p s than if a more reasonable smaller
size solid limitation w a s involved.
1 1 . 1 . 1 . 5 Capacity at average or design head with limitations, if any, at other head [ see 11.1 (d) (2) ].
Unnecessary restrictions of capacities at other than design heads may require special designs with
unnecessary high cost.
1 1 . 1 . 1 . 6 Suction conditions [ s e e 11.1 (d) (4) ] Full information is required on h o w the suction
lift vanes with total head, capacity or number of units in service together with an explanatory sketch.
Methods preferred to prime pump, if there is a suction lift, are to be considered. If necessary, c h a n g e
t h e p u m p location to arrange for operation under s u b m e r g e n ce if suction lift is impracticable or to reduce
positive suction head if sealing stuffing box is impracticable.
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11.1.1.7 Specral considerations for the electric motors [ s e e 11.1 (f) ] Description of special
insulation or enclosure necessary for the electric motors, if any, should be indicated
1 1 . 1 . 1 . 8 Special sealing requirements [ see 11.1 (g) ] Local practice with respect to packing,
sealing methods and effect of dilution by sealing liquids should be taken into account.
1 1 . 1 . 1 . 9 Past experience (see 11.1 (h) ] Past experience with vanous materials or combination
of matenals and liquids handled should be mentioned in many cases, dissimilar matenals of thereservoir
from which the liquid is drawn and of too pump itself set up a galvanic action which may be harmful to
o n e or the other material. thereby requiring propet isolating precautions
12. Informatio n to be Furnished by t h e Supplier
12.1
a)

The following information shall be furnished by the supplier

Performance with clear cold fresh water
1) P u m p type
2) Discharge in litres/second
3) Head in metres
4) Suction pipe size in mm dia
5) Delivery pipe size in mm dia
6) Power at shaft in kW
7) Speed m rev/min

b) Performance with the liquid calculated as

1) Discharge in litres/second
2) Head in metres
3) Power at shaft speed in kW corresponding to
i) Pumping temperature in C
ii) Viscosity m cSt
iii) NPSH in metres
iv) Specific gravity
c) Required NPSH in metres
d) Performance curves
e) Matenals of construction of impeller, casing and shaft should be suitably indicated, if required
f) If t h e pumped liquid is gritty:
1) Maximum solid size handling capacity m mm dia
2) Permissible concentration, percent by weight
g) Recommended:
1) Suction pipe size in mm dia
2) Delivery pipe size in mm dia
3) Weight of the pump in kg
4) Any special instructions for installation, operation and maintenance including t h e use of special
tools
h) Sealing arrangement
j) Recommended spares for 2 years' service
k) Prime mover. All information corresponding to the information sought by t h e customer
13. P u m p Test
1 3 . 0 Object Pump tests are made to determine the following :
a) The discharge against a specified head when running at a specified speed under a specified suction
lift or head,
b) The power absorbed by the pump at the p u m p shaft (BP) under the above specified conditions, and
c) Efficiency of the pump under the above specified conditions.
13.1 Sampling Ten percent of a production batch subject to a minimum of ten pumps shall be tested.
However, if the production batch is less than ten then the entire batch shall be tested.
1 3 . 2 Observations During Pump Test During the whole period of t h e pump test, careful observations
shall be m a d e in regard to the following:
a) Undue shock, hammering, vibrations or other mechanical defects;
b) Bearing temperature, which shall not exceed the limits specified by t h e manufacturer,
c) Lubrication of the bearings;
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e) Operation of the balancing device in multistage pumps, when provided; and
f) Any loss of discharge between the pump and the point of measurement of discharge.
13.3 The performance figures for a pump handling liquid shall be determined from the actual performance
of the pump with the specified liquid where feasible. Under situations where it is not possible to conduct a
test on the pump with the specified liquid, which is usually the case, the standard performance figures for a
pump handlrng liqurd shall be determined from the performance of the figures of the pump with respect to
water. The water during the test shall have a characteristic as given under:
50 ppm (silica scale)
5 0 0 ppm
3 000 ppm
6 . 5 to 8.5
1.004
30C

Turbidity, Max
Chlorides, Max
Total solids, Max
pH value
Specific gravity, Max
Temperature

13.3.1 In the case of vertical turbine pumps, the expected field performance may be obtained by running
a laboratory test of the bowl assembly and then calculating the required performance. A typical laboratory
test arrangement is illustrated in Fig. 29.
13.3.1.1 The order shall specify which of the following tests are required:
a) Laboratory test, and
b) Field test.

FIG. 29

LABORATORY TESTING ARRANGEMENT WITH POWER SUPPLY

13.3.2 The pump or bowl assembly shall be tested over the operating range covering from 25 percent
to +25 percent of the specified head or up to the shut off head if it is less than +25 percent. A minimum of
five readings, approximately equidistant on the characteristic curve including the operating points shall be
taken. When the test is carried out at the specified speed, the actual speed during the test may vary within
5 percent of the specified speed. The following similarity relations shall be used for finding the corresponding discharge, head and power at the specified speed from the actual readings:
a)

b)
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It shall be noted that if t h e actual speed of rotation is within t h e limits given above t h e efficiency at
t h e specified speed shall be taken t h e s a m e as that at t h e actual speed. For large stze pumps, however, t h e
test may be carried out at a speed much lower than the specified speed (see 1 3 . 1 0 and 1 3 . 1 0 . 4 ) .
1 3 . 4 Duration of Test
13.4.1 The duration of test shall be sufficient to obtain accurate and consistent results.
mechanical conditions of t h e pump, it shall be run continuously for not less than 1 hour.

To verify t h e

1 3 . 5 Where a specification covers a range of performance, a mmimum of five sets of readings shall be taken
approximately equidistant on t h e characteristic curve.
1 3 . 6 Measurement of Speed The speed shall be measured by a revolution counter or by an accurately
calibrated tachometer, or by means of stroboscopic arrangement.
1 3 . 7 Measurement of Discharge The discharge of the p u m p may be measured by means of volumetric
tank, vee-notch, rectangular weir, standard ventun meter, pitot tube, onfice plate or a water meter. The
method adopted for discharge measurement shall be suitable for the size of t h e pump, its duty and situation.
The p u m p manufacturer shall, if required, give evidence of t h e proper calibration of t h e apparatus used.
13.7.1 Volumetric method The water shall be pumped directly into o n e or more vessels of known or
easily measurable capacity by volume or by weight, the time to fill such vessels carefully noted and t h e
discharge calculated.
N o t e This is the most satisfactory method of measurement for small flows, provided suitable means are available for
quickly switching the full flow into and away from the measuring tank.

13.7.1.1 Limits of accuracy The accuracy of t h e result by this method will depen d on t h e length
of time for which t h e flow is recorded, t h e accuracy of t h e s t o p - w a t ch as well as the method of measuring
the h e i g h t o f water in t h e tank of given cross section. Provided, every precaution is taken and the rise and
fall is not less than 3 0 0 mm, this method will give discharge correct to within 1 percent
13.7.2

Vee-notch

13.7.2.1 The vee-notc h provides a convenient method of measurement for discharges from 120 to
7 2 0 0 litres per minute. For small discharges, that is, from 120 to 2 4 0 0 litres per minute a half-90 veenotch is preferred. The half-90 vee-notch has half the area of a 90 vee-notch, t h e distance across t h e
t o p being equal to the vertical depth and t h e sides being symmetrical about the vertical axis. The discharge
of water over a half-90 vee-notc h is half that over a 90 vee-notch with the same head.
1 3 . 7 . 2 . 2 Discharge over a 90 vee-notch shall be computed from o n e of the following equations:
a)

If t h e vee-notch is cut in a polished brass plate:

Discharge in litres per minute

Discharge in litres per secon d

Discharge in cubic metres per hour =

where H = head over t h e notch in millimetres.
b) If t h e vee-notc h is out in a sheet of commerda l steel plate:
Discharge in litres per minute

Discharge in litres per second

Discharge in cubic metres per second =

where H = head over t h e notch in millimetres.
For convenience, discharges computed from t h e above equation s are given in Appendix B.
1 3 . 7 . 2 . 3 For accurate results, the following precautions shall be taken:
a) The thickness of t h e lip of t h e notch shall be 1.5 mm with a bevel of 45 leading downstream, and
with t h e upstream edge perfectly sharp. The face of t h e notch shall be smooth and set vertically at
right angles to t h e channel of approach and t h e sides of t h e notch shall be equally inclined to t h e
vertical. A carefully finished notch made from polished brass plate or from a commercial steel
plate is recommended, but t h e former is to be preferred. Rusting and pitting of t h e notch face may
increase t h e discharge by as much as t w o percent above t h a t c o m p u t e d from the a b o v e formules.
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b) The head shall be measured in t h e c o m e r s of the tlume formed by the notch bulk head if t h e
flume is sufficiently wide, or at the sides of the flume at a distance upstream from the notch,
approximately four times t h e maximum head to be measured. The g a u g e shall preferably be
placed in a separate g a u g e c h a m b e r c o n n e c t e d to the flume by a pipe normal to t h e flume.
c) The depth from t h e apex of the notch to t h e bottom of t h e channel shall be not less than 1 5 0 mm
on the d o w n s t r e a m side, while on t h e upstream side, it shall be not less than 3 0 0 mm for head s
up to 2 3 0 mm or less than 4 5 0 mm for higher h e a d s .
d) The width of the channel of approach shall be not less than 1.2 m for heads up to 2 3 0 mm and
less than 1.8 m for h e a d s up to 4 5 0 mm.
e) There shall be no projecting surfaces whatever, either on t h e notch face or on the channel
side, since these interfere with the smooth flow of the water to the notch
f) Swirling of water m the approach channel shall be prevented by suitably placing baffles
upstream of t h e point at which t h e head is measured.
g) The water level d o w n s t r e a m may be allowecl to rise within 25 mm of t h e apex of t h e notch
without affecting the result, but shall not be allowed to rise a b o v e this level w h e n measurements
are being taken
1 3 . 7 . 2 . 4 Limits of accuracy If every care is taken with the settmg and reading of t h e g a u g e s , with the
construction of the notch and t h e channel of approach, this method will give the discharge correct to within
1.5 percent for h e a d s b e t w e e n 75 and 375 mm.
13.7.3

Rectangular weirs

13.7.3.1 A rectangular weir provides a convement a n d reliable method for t h e measurement of

discharge exceeding 120 litres per minute.
1 3 . 7 . 3 . 2 The rectangular weirs shall be either.
a) ' s u p p r e s s e d' rectangular weirs with no side contractions of t h e stream lines, and with bottom
contraction more or less c o m p l e t e , or
b) 'fully contracted' rectangular weirs with complete bottom and side contractions.
1 3 . 7 . 3 . 3 For accurate results, t h e following precautions shall be taken
a) The upstream face shall be flat and vertical;
b) The upstream crest e d g e shall be sharp and smooth, and the width of the crest shall be 1.5 mm
With a bevel at 45 leading d o w n s t r e a m from t h i s ;
c) The crest shall be level from end to e n d ;
d) The overflowing sheet of water shall t o u c h only the upstream crest face and t h e wetr shall be
so constructed as to ensure t h i s ,
e) The n a p p e shall be properly aerated (see Note 4 under 1 3 . 7 . 4 . 2 ) ,
f) Swirling of the water in t h e a p p r o a c h channel shall be prevented, and the water shall approach
t h e weir with a steady flow over the w h o l e cross-secttonal area of t h e approach channel This
condition may best be obtained by suitably placed baffles, but the distance from the weir to the
nearest baffle shall be at least ten times t h e maximum head to be measured
In t h e case of
suppressed walis, the baffles shall take t h e form of screens or perforated p l a t e s , but for fully
contracted weirs the baffles may be solid plates, provided t h e water p a s s e s under t h e baffles
nearest the weir and at a velocity not exceeding 0 15 metre per s e c o n d ,
g) The head shall be measured at a point upstream and at a distance from t h e weir approximately
six times the maximum head to be measured, and at the side of t h e approach c h a n n e l ,
h) The g a u g e should be placed in a separate g a u g e chamber to avoid turbulence effects, and
j) If the weir is m the open and its length e x c e e d s 1 5 m, t w o g a u g e s shall be used, o n e on each
side, and t h e mean head adopted
13.7.4

Suppressed rectangular

weirs

13.7.4.1 The width of the approach channel of a suppresse d rectangular w e n shall be equal to the
length of t h e weir crest, and the d o w n s t r e a m channel shall be of the s a m e width for a distance of half a
metre from t h e weir to prevent t h e n a p p e from spreading laterally.
1 3 . 7 . 4 . 2 For s m o o t h sills of careful finish a n d with very sharp upstream e d g e s , the discharge shall be
c o m p u t e d from either of the following equations
a)

* Discharge in litres per minute

Discharge in litres per s e c o n d

*These equations are applicable for weirs cut in polished brass plate with carefully prepared sharp upstream edges and
smooth face with adequate provision for ventilating the nappe, the discharge computed by equation mentioned in 13.7.4.2 (a)
would give accurate result's.
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Discharge in cubic metras per hour

where
L = length of weir crest in mm,
H = observed head on t h e weir in mm, a n d
P = height of t h e crest a b o v e t h e approach channel in mm.
b) *Discharge in litres per minute

Discharge in litres per s e c o n d

Discharge in cubic metres per hour

where
L = length of weir crest in mm,
H = observed head on t h e weir m mm, and
d = area of cross-section of approach channel in mm 2 divided by length of weir crest in mm.
N o t e 1 No addition to the observed head shall be made for velocity of approach in using the above equations, as
allowance for such velocity is already included. Full bottom contraction is not essential.
N o t e 2 Sills that are not smoothly finished should not be used for testing purposes but where their use is unavoidable.
limits of accuracy shall be widened.
N o t e 3 The weir crest shall be at a height above the approach channel of not less than 1.5 times the maximum head to
be measured and not more than 1.2 m. It shall be so placed that it is possible to aerate the nappe fully and to prevent downstream water level rising higher than 80 mm below the crest.
N o t e 4 Particular attention shall be given to effective aeration of the nappe, failing which the computed discharge will
be much too low, due to the formation of partial vacuum under the nappe. To avoid inaccuracies due to this causa, openings
shall be provided in the side walls close below the crest. The total area of these openings shall be not less than 70 LH cm 2 ,
where
L = length of weir crest in metres, and
H = observed head on weir in metres.

1 3 . 7 . 4 . 3 Limits of accuracy If every care is taken with t h e setting and t h e reading of t h e g a u g e s ,

and with t h e construction of t h e weir and t h e channel of approach, t h e above equations will give t h e
discharge correct to within 1.5 percent for heads b e t w e e n 50 and 7 5 0 mm.
13.7.5

FuHy

Contracted Rectangular

Weirs

1 3 . 7 . 5 . 1 Neither of t h e sides of t h e channel of approach of a fully contracted rectangular weir shall

be nearer any point of t h e weir crest than four times t h e head, and t h e distance from t h e bottom of
t h e channel to t h e weir crest shall be not less than three times t h e head. The minimum distance in every
direction shall be 3 0 0 mm.
1 3 . 7 . 5 . 2 Neither t h e bed nor t h e sides of t h e channel d o w n s t r e a m from t h e weir shall be nearer t h e
weir t h a n 1 5 0 mm. The downstream water level shall not be allowed to rise higher than 80 mm below t h e
weir crest.
1 3 . 7 . 5 . 3 These conditions are necessary to ensure t h a t :
a)

every drop of water passing over t h e weir a s s u m e s that direction which it would take, if poured
out of a pool of infinite d i m e n s i o n s ;
b) t h e water may be spread freely sideways after leaving t h e w e i r ; and

c)

t h e r e m a y b e a s p a c e i m m e d i a t e l y u n d e r t h e n a p p e o r falling
with the atmosphere.

water

in direct communication

*These equations are applicable for weirs cut in commercial steel plates, where the above conditions, namely, the sharp
upstream edges and smooth face, are not obtained, the discharge computed by the equation mentioned in 13.7.4.2 (b) would
give correct results.

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1 3 . 7 . 5 . 4 For rectangular weirs of any length from 3 0 0 mm u p w a r d s having c o m p t e t e contraction s a n d
furnished with carefully finished sills having a very sharp upstream e d g e , t h e discharge shall be c o m p u t e d
from t h e following e q u a t i o n s :
a)

Discharge in litres per minute

b)

Discharge in litres per s e c o n d

c)

Discharge in cubic metres per hour =

where
L = length of weir in mm, and
H = observed head on t h e weir in mm.
These equations may be used for h e a d s from 80 to 6 0 0 mm provided that

is greater than 2.

Note Sills that are not smoothly finished should not be used for testing purposes and where their use is unavoidable,
the limits of accuracy shall be widened.

1 3 . 7 . 5 . 6 Limits of accuracy If every care is taken in setting a n d reading of t h e g a u g e s , a n d in t h e

construction of t h e weir a n d t h e channel of approach, and provided t h a t t h e head on t h e weir is not less
than 80 mm, t h e above equations will give t h e discharge correct to within 2 percent.
1 3 . 7 . 6 Other Methods Other methods of measurement with water-meter, pitch tube, flow, nozzle
and ventun meter may also be used, provided t h e apparatus has b e e n carefully calibrated against a v e e notch or rectangular weir.
13.8

Measurement of Head

13.8.1 In the laboratory test, t h e head is created artificially by throttling t h e sluice valve placed beyond
t h e delivery flange of p u m p at least six times t h e diameter downstream of t h e pressure g a u g e connection.
1 3 . 8 . 2 The standard method of measuring head shall be to employ a water column g a u g e glass giving a
direct or surface elevation. Where this c a n n o t be used, indirect m e t h o d s may be employed, such as t h e u s e
of mercury or other fluid g a u g e or a Bourdon t u b e g a u g e .
1 3 . 8 . 3 It is r e c o m m e n d ed that water or mercury manometers be used in preference to Bourdon t y p e
g a u g e s w h e n t h e head to be measured is 7.5 m or less.
1 3 . 8 . 4 Precautions

and

Connections

for

the

Gauges

13.8.4.1 For suction g a u g e reading a manometer or a pressure v a c u u m g a u g e shall be attached near

t h e suction flange to a piece of straight pipe interposed b e t w e e n t h e p u m p suction flange and valve or b e n d
at t h e centre cf the pipe in t h e honzontal plane. The length of this straight pipe shall be not less than
four times the diameter of the pipe subject to a maximum of 1.5 m and a minimum of 3 0 0 mm (the reason
is that, since the flow is shifted toward t h e outer periphery of a bend, t h e resulting higher velocity there
would indicate lower pressure)
1 3 . 8 . 4 . 2 For delivery gauge, Bourdon type pressure g a u g e / m a n o m e t e r shall be attached to t h e centre
of a straight
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pipe c o n n e c t e d directly to t h e delivery flange. The nominal diameter of t h e straight
pipe shall be equal to t h e delivery size of t h e p u m p s . The length of t h e straight parallel pipe shall be not
less than four times the diameter of the pipe subject to a maximum of 1.5 m and a minimum of 3 0 0 mm.
1 3 . 8 . 4 . 3 When water column s are used, care shall be taken to avoid errors d u e to t h e difference b e t w e e n
t h e temperature of t h e water in the g a u g e connection and that of a w a t e r in t h e p u m p by frequently draining
t h e connection or determining t h e necessary correction.
1 3 . 8 . 4 . 4 When Bourdon type g a u g e s are used, they shall be of suitable r a n g e for t h e h e a d s to be
measured (the g a u g e range should be a b o u t twice t h e maximum head to be m e a s u r e d ). it is recommended
t h a t t h e drain cocks be placed immediately below t h e g a u g e s and that frequent tests be m a d e to determine
w h e t h e r pipe c o n n e c t i o n s of t h e g a u g e are filled with water. With this form of g a u g e , care shall be taken to
eliminate any leaks in t h e connectin g pipes, and to avoid t h e trapping of air in t h e connectin g pipe or hose.
1 3 . 8 . 4 . 5 The g a u g e s shall be calibrated prior t o / o r after t h e test and w h e n calibrated and used, shall
be in an upright position. On no a c c o u n t shall any Bourdon type g a u g e be fixed so t h a t any strain is placed
on its case, as its readings may thereby be seriously affected.
1 3 . 8 . 4 . 6 The end of t h e connecting t u b e or pipe shall be flush with t h e inside of t h e conduit in w h i c h
the pressure is to be measured a n d shall have its axis at right angles to t h e direction of flow.
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1 3 . 8 . 5 Limitsofaccuracy With the above precautions, and providedt h e head to be measured Isr e a s o n
ably steady, an accuracy with 1 percent may be expected.
1 3 . 9 Measurement of Power Input
13.9.1 The measurements of power input fall into t w o general classes :
a) Sonne measurements are those which themselves determine the actual power or torque delivered
to t h e p u m p and are, therefore, made entirely during the test, using s o m e form of transmission
dynamometer.
b) Other measurements are t h o s e which involve measurement, during the pump test, of power input
to the driving element, and t h e previous or subsequent determination of t h e relation of t h e power
Inputto t h e power output of this driving element under identical conditions of t h e p u m p test, thus
deriving t h e efficiency oft h e driving element.
1 3 . 9 . 2 Corrections and allowances Power delivered to the p u m p shaft w h e n directly c o n n e c t e d
shall be the power output of the driving element When not directly connected, corrections shall be mede
for t h e losses b e t w e e n the driving element and the pump. In the case of flat belt and Vbelt drives, the
allowances for belt losses may be taken as 6 and 3 percent respectively.
1 3 . 1 0 Large Pump Test
13.10.1 On all p u m p s or bowl assemblies where the power is not in excess of75kW, t h e actual pump
shall be tested in t h e manufacturer's laboratory.
1 3 . 1 0 . 2 Ifthe powerexceeds 75 kW, it shall be permissible forthe manufacturerto test only the number
of stages of the unit which c o m e within the power requirements. If a test is made on a limited number
of stages, no increase m efficiency shall be allowed for an increased number of stages w h e n predicting the
final performance of t h e complete bowl assembly. The head and power shall be increased in direct p r o
portion to the number of stages in t h e final assembly, compared with the number of stages used in t h e
laboratory lest.
1 3 . 1 0 . 3 When t h e size of the bowl exceeds 400 mm outside diameter, a laboratory test on model pump,
h o m o l o g o u s with t h e actual unit, may be used as a basis for t h e determination of the performance of t h e
actual unit.
13.10.3.1 In general, when contract guarantees are to be based on mode) tests, the contract should
specify model performance rather than inferred actual unit performance. In the absence of this provision,
allowance for t h e scale effect, if any, shall be agreed upon in writing by t h e representatives of both parties
prior to finalization of order.
1 3 . 1 0 . 4 Test offail sizedpump at reduced speeds On all p u m p s or bowl assemblies (which have an
outside diameter exceeding 4 0 0 mm) which require more than 75 kW, it shall be permissible to test t h e
actual p u m p or bowl assembly at a speed tower than the specified speed. The reduced speed tests are in
general closely representative of tests at full speed. In tests at reduced speed, the relative power Joss in
bearing and stuffing box friction may be increased, an effect which may be appreciable in small pumps.
The hydraulic friction losses may be relatively increased when t h e Reynolds numberfor t h e water passages
is reduced, an effect which may be appreciable in small p u m p s of low specific speed. Therefore, these
factors shall be considered in determining an acceptable reduced test speed.
In order to maintain t h e hydraulic similarity, t h e similarity relations given rn 13.3.2 shall be used for
head a n d discharge to calculatethese quantities at the specified speed from the actual measured head and
discharge. The efficiency at the specified speed shall be calculated by using the relationship given b e l o w :

where
1 = efficiency at actual test speed,
B = efficiency at specified speed,
N B = specified speed,
N 2 = actual test speed, and
n = exponent established by test data, t h e value of t h e exponent is 0.17.
1 3 . 1 0 . 5 All large bowl assemblyfull s p e e dtests or model tests shall be conducted in a manner thatt h e
s u b m e r g e n c e would be that specified by the manufacturer.
13.11 Hydrostatic Tests A standard hydrostatic test on t h e p u m p or bowl assembly shall be m a d e at
oneandahalf times t h e maximum discharge pressure.

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14.

D e t e r m i n a t i o n o f P u m p P e r f o r m a n c e w h e n H a n d l i n g V i s c o u s Liquids

1 4 . 0 Figure 25 provides m e a n s of determining t h e performance of a rotodynamic p u m p handling a viscous

liquid w h e n its performance on water is k n o w n . It may also be used as an aid in selecting a p u m p for a
given application.
14.1 Limitations on t h e u s e of performance correction chart for viscous liquid ( s e e Fig. 2 5 ) :
a)

u s e only for p u m p s of conventional hydraulic design, in t h e normal operating range, with o p e n or

closed impellers.
Do not u s e for mixed-flow or axial-flow p u m p s or for p u m p s of special hydraulic
design for either viscous or non-uniform liquids;
b) u s e only w h e r e a d e q u a t e NPSH is available in order to avoid t h e effect of cavitation; a n d

c)

u s e only on Newtonian (uniform) liquids. Gels, slurnes, paper stock and other non-uniform liquids
may p r o d u c e widely varying results, d e p e n d i n g on t h e particular characteristics of t h e liquids.

1 4 . 2 Symbol s a n d definitions are used in t h e determination of p u m p preformance w h e n handling viscous

liquids.
T h e s e symbols a n d definitions a r e :
Ovis
Hvis
Evis
Pvis
Qw
HW
Ew
sp gr
KQ
KH
KE
QN

= viscous capacity, m 3 /h (the capacity w h e n pumping a viscous liquid);

= viscous head, metres (the total head w h e n pumping a viscous liquid);
= viscous efficiency, percent (the efficiency w h e n pumping a viscous liquid);
= viscous p o w e r (the p o w e r required by t h e p u m p for t h e viscous c o n d i t i o n ) ;
= w a t e r capacity, m 3 / h (the capacity w h e n pumping w a t e r ) ;
= w a t e r head, metres (the total head w h e n pumping w a t e r ) ;
= w a t e r efficiency, percent (the efficiency w h e n pumping w a t e r ) ;
= specific gravity;
= capacity correction factor;
= head correction factor;
= efficiency correction factor; a n d
= w a t e r capacity at w h i c h maximum efficiency is obtained.

1 4 . 3 The following are t h e equations

performance of t h e p u m p is k n o w n :

used

for

determining t h e

viscous

performance

when

water

a) Qvis = KQ Qw
b) Hvis = KH Hw
C) E v i s = KE Ew
d)

P vis

K Q , KH. a n d K E are determined from Fig. 25 based on t h e w a t e r performance.

The following e q u a t i o n s are used for approximating t h e water performance w h e n t h e desired
viscous capacity a n d head are given a n d t h e values of CQ, a n d C H shall be estimated from Fig. 25 using
Q V I S and H v i s as:

Qw (approx) =
Hw (approx) =
1 4 . 4 Instructions for preliminary selection of a p u m p for a given head capacity and viscosity conditions
a r e a s follows:
a) Given t h e desired capacity a n d head of t h e viscous liquid to be p u m p e d , t h e viscosity and specific
gravity at t h e p u m p i ng temperature chart (Fig. 2 5 ) may be used to find approximate equivalent
capacity a n d head w h e n p u m p i ng water.
b) Enter t h e chart (Fig. 2 5 ) at t h e bottom with t h e desired viscous capacity (Q v i s ) and proceed
u p w a r d to t h e desired viscous head (H V I S ) in metres of liquid. For multistage p u m p s , u s e head
per s t a g e . Proceed horizontally (either left or right) to t h e fluid viscosity, and then go upward
to t h e correction curves. Divide t h e viscous capacity ( Q v i s ) by capacity correction factor ( K Q )
to g e t t h e approximate equivalent w a t e r capacity (Q w a p p r o x ) . Divide t h e viscous head (H v i s )
by t h e head correction factor (K H ) from t h e curve marked ' 1 . 0 QN' to g e t t h e approximate

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equivalent w a t e r head (H w approx). Using this n e w equivalent water head capacity point
select a p u m p in t h e usual manner. The viscous efficiency and t h e viscous brake horsepower may
then be calculated.
c) This procedure is approximate as t h e scales for capacity and head on t h e lower half of Fig. 25
are based on t h e water performance.
However, the procedure h a s sufficient accuracy for m o s t
p u m p selection purposes.
1 4 . 5 Instructions for determining p u m p performance on a viscous liquid w h e n performance on water
is k n o w n are as follows:
a) Given t h e complete performance characteristics of a p u m p handling water, determine t h e performance w h e n pumping a liquid of a specified viscosity.
b) From t h e efficiency curve, locate t h e water capacity ( 1 0 QN) at which maximum efficiency
is obtained. From this capacity, determine the capacities ( 0 . 6 QN), (0.8 QN) and ( 1 . 2 QN).
Enter t h e chart at t h e bottom with t h e capacity at best efficiency (1.0 QN), go upward to t h e
head developed in o n e stage (H w ) at this capacity then horizontally (either left or right) to t h e
desired viscosity, and then proceed upward to the various correction curves. Read t h e values
of K E a n d K C a n d of K H for all four capacities. Multiply e a c h head by its corresponding head
correction factor to obtain t h e corrected heads. Multiply each efficiency value by K E to obtain
t h e corrected efficiency values which apply at the corresponding corrected capacities.
c) Plot corrected head and corrected efficiency against corrected capacity, drawing smooth curves
through these points. The head at shut-off can be taken as approximately t h e s a m e as that for
water.
d) Calculate t h e viscous brake horsepower (bhp v i a ) from t h e formula given above.
e) Plot these points a n d draw a smooth curve through them which should be similar to an approximately parallel to t h e brake horsepower (bhp) curve for water.
Example:
Given t h e performance of a p u m p (Frg. 30) obtained by test on water, plot t h e performance of
this p u m p w h e n handling oil with a specific gravity of 0.90 and a viscosity of 2 1 0 cSt at pumping
temperature.
On t h e performance curve (Fig. 27) locate t h e best efficiency point which determines Q N . In
this case, it is 47 l/s. Tabulate capacity, head and efficiency for (0.6 7 5 0 ) , ( 0 . 8 750) a n d
(1.2 750).
Using 47 l/s, 30 metres head and 2 1 0 cSt, enter the chart and determine t h e correction factors.
These are tabulated in Sample Performance Chart. Multiply each value of head, capacity a n d
efficiency by its correction factor to get t h e corrected values. Using t h e corrected values and t h e
specific gravity, calculate brake horsepower
15.

Guarantees

15.1 Guarantee of Workmanship and Material The p u m p s shall be guaranteed by t h e manufacturer

against defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service, for a period of at least o n e
year from t h e d a t e of d e s p a t c h.
1 5 . 2 Guarantee of Performance The supplier shall indicate t h e working range of t h e p u m p and t h e
efficiency of t h e p u m p shall be guaranteed at a specified point of rating only and shall not be guaranteed
to cover t h e performance of t h e pump under conditions varying therefrom nor for a sustained performance
for any period of time. If the purchaser so desires, the manufacturer shall guarantee t h e non-overload
of t h e prime mover for variations in the head in t h e working range. In t h e case of p u m p s w h e r e a c c e p t a n c e
t e s t s c a n n o t be c o n d u c t e d on t h e liquid for which t h e p u m p is designed, t h e manufacturer shall indicate
t h e liquid performance of t h e p u m p based on t h e results of t h e tests c o n d u c t e d by him on t h e p u m p with
water as indicated under 13 and interpolated as explained under 1 4 . However, in these cases, t h e m a n u facturer shall g u a r a n t ee for t h e performance of t h e p u m p with w a t e r for t h e specified range.
16. Tolerances
16.1 In all commercial a c c e p t a n c e t e s t s of p u m p s , a certain tolerance shall be allowed to t h e manufacturer
on his g u a r a n t ee to cover inaccuracies of t h e equations for discharge, errors of observation a n d unavoidable
minor inaccuracies of t h e instruments employed.
1 6 . 2 A tolerance of 2 . 5 percent shall be permissible on t h e discharge. However, for small discharges
up to 9 0 0 litres per minute, a tolerance of + 2 . 5 percent or + 2 4 litres per minute, whichever is higher, is
allowed, while t h e negative tolerance of 2.5 percent is maintained.
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FIG. 30

SIMPLE PERFORMANCE CHART

1 6 . 3 The p u m p efficiency shall be not less than t h e specified value by more than 2.5 percent.
tolerance may be raised to 5 percent in c a s e t h e prime mover d o e s not get overloaded.

This

17. General Requirements

17.1 Performance T h e specified range shall lie on t h e stable portion of t h e head characteristic curve.
This is applicable in c a s e of parallel operations of p u m p s only.
1 7 . 2 Suction and Delivery Ends The size of t h e suction end of a d o u b l e suction p u m p should preferably be o n e size larger t h a n t h a t of t h e delivery. This is to offset t h e increased loss in t h e suction.
Typical practices of pipes used a r e ;
8 5 / 6 5 , 1 0 0 / 7 5 , 1 2 5 / 1 0 0 , 1 5 0 / 1 2 5 , 2 0 0 / 1 5 0 a n d 2 5 0 / 2 0 0 mm, etc.
17.2.1 For a high pressure p u m p , a reflux valve shall be c o n n e c t e d on t h e delivery side.
1 7 . 3 Fluid Passages All t h e liquid p a s s a g e s in t h e casing a n d t h e impeller which are inaccessible to
machining shall be finished to smooth surfaces as far as possible.
1 7 . 4 Draining Plugrs Tapped drain holes with plugs shall be provided for draining t h e fluid t h a t may
drip from t h e sealing arrangement. The sealing arrangement shall be sufficiently d e e p to provide for
sufficient quantity of packing to prevent leakage of air.
1 7 . 6 Lantern Ring In case, w h e r e a lantern ring is used in a stuffing box, it shall be s a n d w i c h e d b e t w e e n
r o w s of packings and shall be easily removable.
1 7 . 6 C a s i ng C a s i n g shall b e o f r o b u s t c o n s t r u c t i o n a n d t e s t e d t o w i t h s t a n d a hydrostatic t e s t
p r e s s u r e o f 1 . 5 t i m e s t h e maximum d i s c h a r g e p r e s s u r e .
1 7 . 7 Impeller The impeller shall be properly balanced alongwith any other unmachined rotating parte
o n p r o p e r balancing equipment s o a s n o t t o c a u s e any v i b r a t i o n .
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1 7 . 8 Shaft The shaft shall be finished to close tolerances at the impeller coupling, pulley and bearing
diameters. The impeller, pulley and shaft sleeves shall be firmly secured to t h e shaft by keys or nuts or
both.
1 7 . 9 Shaft Couplings Shaft couplings, w h e r e provided, shall be properly aligned and firmly secured
to the shaft by keys or nuts or both
1 7 . 1 0 Bearings The bearings may be ball, roller or sleeve bearings. In the latter case, s o m e sort of
t h r u s t bearings are necessary. If sleeve bearings are used, they are to be machined for close running fit.
The bearings shall be so designed as to take up t h e necessary radial load as well as the net hydraulic axial
thrust. Bearings shall be lubricated properly
1 7 . 1 0 . 1 The bearings should be designed for a minimum life of 20 0 0 0 hours or 40 0 0 0 hours as required
The bearing housings shall be designed in such a manner that no liquid being p u m p ed should
enter t h e housing
1 7 . 1 0 . 2 Where there is a possibility of fluid entenng the bearings, the p u m p shall be provided with
suitable preventive arrangements, for example, deflectors.
17.11 Stuffing Boxes The stuffing boxes shall be extra d e e p and provided with a cooling w a t e r jacket
if so required. In addition, provision for tapping off the leakage liquid shall also be made. The packing
materials employed shall be suitable for withstanding t h e special conditions such as temperature, corrosion
d u e to t h e fluid being handled, etc. Wherever possible, suitable mechanical seals may be used.
1 7 . 1 2 Base Plates The base plate which a c c o m m o d a t e s t h e p u m p or the p u m p and t h e prime mover,
w h e n provided, shall be rigid and stable so that alignment is not affected under normal working conditions.
1 7 . 1 3 Prime Mover The p n m e mover shall be of such a capacity as to provide, under working site
conditions, a power which is more than the maximum power required by t h e p u m p at a n y point in t h e
specified range. Should a specific margin be required by t h e customer in t h e powe r of t h e prime mover,
he should so advise t h e manufacturer for obtaining the proper recommendations.
1 7 . 1 4 Name Plate Every p u m p shall have a name plate indicating.
a) n a m e and a d d r e ss of t h e p u m p manufacturer;
b) type, size, and serial number of t h e p u m p ; and
c) s p e e d , total head, capacity and corresponding p u m p input for t h e dut y point.
17.14.1 For corrosive liquids the material of the name plate shall be suitable to withstand t h e corrosive
atmosphere.

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APPENDIX
(Note

under Clause 2.5)

ALIGNMENT CHART FOR VISCOSITY CONVERSION

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A P P E N D I X
B
(Clause 13.7.2.2)
DISCHARGE TABLES
B - 1 . D i s c h a r g e of W a t e r Over a 90 V e e - N o t c h Cut in P o l i s h e d Brass Plate
B-1.1
Discharge Rate Formulae
a) Discharge in litres per minute

b) Discharge in litres per s e c o n d =

c) Discharge in cubic metres per hour

B - 1 . 2 For convenienc e of reference, discharges computed from above equations are given in Table 8.
TABLE 8

DISCHARGES OF WATER OVER A 90 VEE-NOTCH CUT IN POLISHED BRASS PLATE

H
mm

Litres/Minute

Litres/Second

Cubic
Metres/hour

H
mm

Litres/Minute

Litras/Second

Cubic
Metres/hour

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

2 095 92

34 9 32

125 75
132 64

75

130 15

80

1 5 2 74

2 169
2 546

9 16

235

2 210 70

36 845

85

177 52

2 959

10 6 5

240

2 329 02

38 817

139 75

90

204 55

3 409

12 2 7

245

2 451 4 8

40 858

147 09

95

233 90

3 898

14 0 3

250

2 577 36

42 956

154 64

100

265 63

4 427

15 94

255

2 707 08

45 118

162 4 2

105

299 80

4 997

17 9 9

260

2 840 58

47 343

170 43

110

336 46

5 608

20 19

265

2 9 7 8 10

49 635

178 69

115

3 7 5 68

6 261

22 54

270

3 119 22

51 9 8 7

187 15

120

417 50

6 956

25 05

275

3 264 48

54 408

195 37

125

461 98

7 698

27 7 2

280

3 413 82

56 897

204 83

130

5 0 9 16

8 486

30 5 5

285

3 566 82

59.447

2 1 4 01

135

5 5 9 12

9 319

33 5 5

290

3 724 20

62 070

223 45

140

61 1 88

10 198

3 6 71

295

3 885 36

64 756

2 3 3 12

145

667 56

11 1 2 6

40 05

300

4 050 78

67 513

243 05

150

726 06

12 1 0 1

43 56

305

4 220 28

70 338

253 22

155

787 62

13127

47 26

310

4 393 92

7 3 232

263 63

160

852 12

14 2 0 2

51 1 3

315

4 571 8 8

76 198

2 7 4 31

165

919 68

15 3 2 8

55 18

320

4 753 92

79 232

285 23

170

990 35

16 5 0 6

59 42

325

4 9 4 0 16

82 336

2 9 6 41

175

1 064 22

17 7 3 7

63 85

330

5 130 72

85 512

307 34

180

1 141 2 0

19 020

68 47

335

5 325 72

88

762

319 54

185

1 221 42

20 357

73 2 8

340

5 525 22

92 087

331 52

190

1 304 88

21 7 4 8

78 29

345

5 728 92

95 482

343 73

195

1 391 70

23

t95

83 50

350

5 937 00

98 950

356.22

200

1 461 94

24 699

88 92

35S

6 150 00

102 50

368 98

205

1 575 54

26 259

94 53

360

6 366 60

1 0 6 11

381 9 9

210

1 672 62

27 877

100 36

365

6 588 00

109 30

395 28

215

1 773 06

2 9 551

106 3 9

370

6 814 20

113 57

408 86

220

1 877 04

31 2 8 4

112 62

375

7 044 60

1 1 7 41

422 69

225

1 984 68

33 073

119 0 8

380

7 279 80

121-33

436 80

7 81

230

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B-2.1

Discharge

Rate

Formulae

a) Discharge in litres per minute =

b) Discharge in litres per second =
c) Discharge in cubic metres per hour =B - 2 . 2 For c o n v e n i e n ce of reference, discharges c o m p u t e d from t h e a b o v e equations are given in Table 9.
TABLE 9 DISCHARGES OF WATER OVER A 90-VEE-NOTCH CUT IN COMMERCIAL STEEL PLATE
H
mm
(1)
75
80
85
90
95
100
105
110
115
120
125
130
135
140
145
150
156
160
165
170
175
180
185
190
195
200
205
210
215
220
225

Litres/Minute L i t r e s / S e c o n d

Cubic
Metres/hour

H
mm
(1)

(2)

(3)

(4)

134.12
157.30
182.71
210 41
2 4 0 47

2
2
3
3
4
4
5
5
6
7

235
621
045
507
008
549
132
757
425
137

8
9
10
12
14

7
8
9
10

894
697
547
444

272 95
307 91
345 4 0
385 50
428.21
473.65
521 82
572 81
626 64
6 8 3 40
743.10
805 74
871 50
940 32
1 012 56
1 087 44
1 165 80
1 247 40
1 332 30
1 4 2 0 56
1 512.30
1 607 4 0
1 705 98
1 80810
1 9 1 3 70
2 022 90

11 390
12.365
13 4 2 9
14 525
15 672
16 871
18 124
19 430
20 790
22 205
23 676
25.205
26 790
28 4 3 3
30 135
31 895
33 715

Litres/Minute Litres/Second
(2)

(3)

(4)

35 597
37.539
39.542
41 609
43 737
45 929

128 15
135.14

173.46
181 83
190 41
199 25

02
62
30
30
50

48.186
50 509
52 893
55 346
57 867
60 449
63 106
65.827
68 617
71 477
74 405
77 405
80 475

016
209
406
608

84
68
84
56

83
86
90
93

814
024
239
459
682
910
114
381

48
60
40
00
80
80
20
80

05
44
96
62
43

230
235
240
245
250

2 135
2 252
2 372
2 496
2 624

16 38
18 48
20 72
23 13
25 68
28 42
31 31
34 37
37.60
41 00
44 58
48 35
52 29

255
260
265
270
275

2
2
3
3
3

755 74
891.16
030 54
173 58
320 76

280
285
290
295

3
3
3
3

472
626
786
949

02
94
36
62

300
305
310
315
320
325
330
335
340
345
350
355
360
365
370
375
380

4
4
4
4
4

117
288
464
644
828

5
5
5
5
5
6
6
6
6
6
7
7

56
60
65
69
74
79
85
90
96

42
74
25
94
84
84
23
74
44

102
108
114
121

30
48
82
37

EXPLANATORY
This standard w a s originally issued in 1 9 6 8 .
respect of t h e terminology a n d p u m p tests.

Cubic
Metres/hour

82
34
52
54
22

614
828
114
476

96 908
100 41
103 99
107.65
111 38
116.18
119 07
123 03

142
149
157
165

35
79
45
34

208
217
227
236

32
61
18
97

247
257
267
278
289
301
312
324
336
348
361
374

02
31
66
66
70
01
58
41
51
87
48
37

387
400
414
428
442

53
96
66
64
89

NOTE

The first revision incorporates certain c h a n g e s in

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