Oil Pump Design for Water Service
Oil Pump Design for Water Service
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I'm purchasing a centrifugal pump. The pump will be designed for crude oil export service (oil density 750 kg/m3). I need to make sure the pump can also handle water so I've ensured that the motor is adequately rated for pumping water.
Is there anything else i should check to ensure my pump can handle water (other than motor rating)?
Thanks.
Is there anything else i should check to ensure my pump can handle water (other than motor rating)?
Thanks.





RE: Oil Pump Design for Water Service
You might have an issue with seals and slight contamination but otherwise I can't see any other major issue.
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RE: Oil Pump Design for Water Service
RE: Oil Pump Design for Water Service
My motto: Learn something new every day
Also: There's usually a good reason why everyone does it that way
RE: Oil Pump Design for Water Service
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