Solids Handling Capacity
Solids Handling Capacity
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Hello,
Does anybody know the solids handling capacity of a typical centrifugal pump? I'm looking at using an ITT A-C Pump NSW for an application with 3-5% solids and for future reference I was wondering what solids capacity the typical two vane impellers lose their effectiveness.
Thanks!
Does anybody know the solids handling capacity of a typical centrifugal pump? I'm looking at using an ITT A-C Pump NSW for an application with 3-5% solids and for future reference I was wondering what solids capacity the typical two vane impellers lose their effectiveness.
Thanks!





RE: Solids Handling Capacity
Now, the max amount of solids will be determined by the flow and carrying capacity. Some of our projects have had slurries (excess 35% solids but with small particle sizes). We were able to pump them.
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RE: Solids Handling Capacity
There is no typical solids handling capability for centrifugal pumps as it depends on pump design - it can range from zero to 14 inches or more.
The ITT AC NSW pump is a solids handling sewage pump - and will handle a lot more than 3 -5% of untreated sewage. To get full info' contact ITT AC pumps for all the detail you need.
As for efficiency - trying to pump solids thru a non solids handling pump with a rated efficiency of 85% will result in no output - therefore the overall efficiency is 0% - whereas a properly selected solids handling pump with a rated efficiency of 50% because it is capable of pumping the solids has a real output of 100%, therefore efficiency is a less important consideration when compared to capablility.
RE: Solids Handling Capacity
If you're trying to pump solids - or slurries - you need a pump that is designed specifically for that
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RE: Solids Handling Capacity