Chapter 9 Pump Selection

9.1 FACTORS AFFECTING CHOICE OF A

PUMP
Many different factors can influence the final choice of a pump for a particular
operation. The following list indicates the major factors that govern pump
selection.

1) The amount of fluid that must be pumped. This factor determines the size
of pump (or pumps) necessary.

2) The properties of the fluid. The density and the viscosity; of the fluid
influence the power requirement for a given set of operating conditions, corrosive
properties of the fluid determine the acceptable materials of construction. If solid
particles are suspended in the fluid, this factor dictates the amount of clearance
necessary and may eliminate the possibility of using certain types of pumps.

3) The increase in pressure of the fluid due to the work input of the pumps.
The head change across the pump is influenced by the inlet and downstream
reservoir pressures, the change in vertical height of the delivery line, and
frictional effects. This factor is a major item in determining the power
requirements.

4) Type of flow distribution. If nonpulsating flow is required, certain types of

pumps, such as simple reciprocating pumps, may be unsatisfactory. Similarly, if
operation is intermittent, a self-priming pump may be desirable, and corrosion
difficulties may be increased.

5) Type of power supply. Rotary positive-displacement pumps and

centrifugal pumps are readily adaptable for use with electric-motor or internal-

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combustion-engine drives; reciprocating pumps can be used with steam or gas

drives.

6) Cost and mechanical efficiency of the pump.

9.2 SPECIFICATIONS FOR PUMP L-111

Duty: To pump 20% TDA solution with a flow rate of 0.005m3/sec.
Density of fluid: 1135Kgs/m3
Viscosity of fluid: 0.24CP
Pressure developed: 135PSI
Head developed: 5.5m
Type of pump: Double acting Positive displacement Pump (Piston type).

9.3 SPECIFICATIONS FOR PUMP L-112

Duty: To pump Liquid Phosgene with a flow rate of 0.006m3/sec.
Density of fluid: 1265Kgs/m3
Viscosity of fluid: 0.1CP
Pressure developed: 175PSI (Approximate pressure considering a large pressure
drop at the sparger)
Head developed: 7.1m
Type of pump: Double acting Positive displacement Pump (Piston type).

9.4 SPECIFICATIONS FOR PUMP L-113

Duty: To pump impure ODCB with a flow rate of 0.036m3/sec.
Density of fluid: 1157.6 Kgs/m3
Viscosity of fluid: 0.25CP
Pressure developed: 135PSI
Head developed: 5.5m
Type of pump: Double acting Positive displacement Pump (Piston type)

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9.5 SPECIFICATIONS FOR PUMP L-311

Duty: To pump impure ODCB with a flow rate of 0.002m3/sec back towards the
distillation column as reflux.
Density of fluid: 1157.6 Kgs/m3
Viscosity of fluid: 0.25CP
Pressure developed: Atmospheric.
Type of pump: Single Stage Centrifugal pump (radial).

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