A centrifugal pump consists of several key components that work together to transfer fluids by converting rotational energy into hydrodynamic energy. Below is a detailed breakdown of its main parts:
The rotating component with curved vanes/blades.
Accelerates fluid outward using centrifugal force.
Types:
Open impeller (no side walls, for dirty fluids).
Semi-open impeller (one side wall).
Closed impeller (enclosed between two discs, most efficient).
Volute Casing: Spiral-shaped housing that converts kinetic energy into pressure.
Diffuser Casing: Uses fixed guide vanes (common in multistage pumps).
Transmits torque from the motor to the impeller.
Made of stainless steel or carbon steel for strength.
Support the shaft and reduce friction.
Types: Ball bearings, roller bearings, or sleeve bearings.
Prevents fluid leakage along the shaft.
Mechanical Seal: High-efficiency, low-leakage (common in modern pumps).
Gland Packing: Traditional, requires maintenance (used in older pumps).
Where fluid enters the impeller.
Larger diameter than discharge for smooth flow.
Exit point for pressurized fluid.
Small clearance rings that reduce internal leakage.
Replaceable to extend pump life.
Connects the pump shaft to the motor shaft.
Types: Flexible, rigid, or magnetic couplings.
Provides power (electric motor, diesel engine, turbine, etc.).
Supports the pump assembly.
Houses the gland packing for shaft sealing.
Foot Valve & Strainer (for suction line to prevent debris).
Priming Chamber (for self-priming pumps).
Balance Holes (in impeller to reduce axial thrust).
Slinger Ring (protects bearings from fluid leakage).
Fluid enters through the suction inlet.
Impeller spins, throwing fluid outward.
Volute casing converts speed into pressure.
Pressurized fluid exits through the discharge outlet.
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