Hydraulics and Pneumatics

Centrifugal Pumps

Learn the concepts associated with centrifugal pump application, operation, hazards, troubleshooting and repair common problems. It also explains how to draw and label simple pump curves. There are hands-on exercises for inspection and repair of pumps and its associated equipment.

  • Difficulty Intermediate

  • Format Instructor-Led

  • Language English

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Objectives
  • Identify the major components of a centrifugal pump and describe its function
  • o Explain the operation of a centrifugal pump
  • o Identify and state the function of the various centrifugal pump components
  • o Classify centrifugal pumps as to position, impeller design, number of stages, and direction of flow
  • Discuss factors affecting pump performance
  • o Explain how slip effects the operation of a centrifugal pump
  • o Draw and label simple pump curves
  • o Define net positive suction head and cavitation
  • Demonstrate proper techniques for disassembly, maintenance, and assembly of a centrifugal pump
  • o Describe the process for troubleshooting a centrifugal pump