Pumps

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API Process Pumps

Vertically Suspended Type

VS1 and VS6 Series

KVSL / KVSH ( VPCS / VPCH ) Pumps

These pump models are suspended vertically. The pumps, therefore, require a smaller area for installation. They come between the flange ratings of 300 to 600. Such pumps are generally used for vessel or pit drainage.

Rating
Features
Applications

Capacity

upto 1750 m3/h (7710 U.S.gpm)

Head

upto 1600 m (5249 ft)

Temperature

-104º C~ + 350º C (-155.2º F~ + 662º F)

Flange Rating

ASME Class 300 / 600

Design and manufacture as per API 610	Interstage casings and column pipes are flanged and bolted together for easy installation and maintenance
Pumps are supplied with "Can" as outer Casing. First stage impeller can be installed at desired level below ground to ensure sufficient "Available NPSH". This feature ensures reliable operation under critical suction conditions	Pumps can be furnished without "Can" for direct fitment on customer's vessels or pits
Easy inspection and repair maintenance of bearings and mechanical seal after removal of coupling spacer only	Inducer design is an optional feature to reduce column length below ground to increase reliability

Light hydrocarbon and condensate handling in oil refineries and petrochemical industries	Interstage casings and column pipes are flanged and bolted together for easy installation and maintenance
Water condensate handling

Last Updated on Wednesday, 14 March 2018 11:30