Specifications of Pump

There are various features of pumps which are to considered before buying a pump for any industrial, commercial or residential applications. Not necessary that all the features will be available in all types of pumps. It all depends on the individual choice of the buyers to choose from all specifications and features that can be available in a pump.

The various features or specifications that can be present in any pump are as follows:

• Adjustable Speed : The speed of these pumps can be selected by the operator.
  
  
• Belt Driven : Here, the pumps shaft is driven by a belt.
  
  
• Continuous Duty : This feature of a pump enables it to run continuously. It can maintain performance specifications at 100% duty cycle.
  
  
• Corrosion Resistant : The pump is made up of corrosion resistant materials, such as stainless steel.
  
  
• Back-up Battery Power Supply : The feature enables the pump to be equipped with a battery for back-up power supply. However, the battery is not intended for regular use.
  
  
• Close Coupled :These pumps have the pump end mounted directly on the motor shaft.
  
  
• Control Panel : Equipped with a control panel for operating levels of values such as pressure, flow and any safety shut-off features.
  
  
• End/Bottom Suction : They have centerline suction and discharge.
  
  
• Explosion Proof :This feature prevents internal or external explosions by enclosing parts that could cause ignition of the transfered media or the surrounding atmosphere. It also prevents internal explosions from affecting the surrounding atmosphere and vice versa.
  
  
• Frame Mounted :The pump end mounted on a bearing frame that is coupled to the motor.
  
  
• Grinding Mechanism :There is an integral grinding mechanism in the suction port to grind sewage, rubber goods, garbage, plastic bags, fabrics, etc. to very small pieces and transfer them under pressure.
  
  
• Horizontal Orientation : Here the pump stator or rotor assembly is lying horizontally. Media is pumped horizontally through the pump.
  
  
• Hygienic : This feature means that the pump is constructed from hygienic materials, and is fully sealed so as to eliminate leakage and contamination of pumped materials.
  
  
• Jacketed : The pumps feature jacketed flanges, casing and pump head. This feature helps when the pump is used for applications where pump head temperature control is critical.
  
  
• Level Control Device : This feature turns the pump on and off depending on the level of media.
  
  
• Multi-stage : This helps the compressed fluid to go from initial stage to successive chambers or stages of pressurization. This feature generates higher-pressure levels which is not possible with single stage pumping.
  
  
• Nonclog : Nonclog pumps are configured to pump sticky materials that would clog the various types of pumps.
  
  
• Plug-in : This feature enables the pump to be supplied with a power cord that can plug into a power source.
  
  
• Portable : The pump is packaged for easy transportation.
  
  
• Pressure Gauge : The pump is fixed with a dial or digital readout of pressure level(s), at the outlet.
  
  
• Reversible : These pumps have the ability to pump in either direction with equal efficiency.
  
  
• Run Dry Capable :This feature enables the pump to operate with no pumped fluid or external lubrication for an extended period of time with no damage.
  
  
• Sanitary : The pump is specifically designed to meet the strict guidelines established for sanitary process applications.
  
  
• Seal less : There are no caps, packing or mechanical seals in the pump. All the sliding and rotating parts are isolated from the pumped fluid.
  
  
• Self-priming :Priming means to introduce fluid into the pumping chamber to create the pressure difference to begin pumping at rated service. Self-priming feature helps the pump to create and maintain a sufficient vacuum level to draw fluid into the inlet with no external assistance.
  
  
• Strainer/Filter : Pump has a strainer or filter to collect solids before they pass through the pump.
  
  
• Thermal Overload Protection : This is a device to shut off the pump in the event the motor becomes too hot.
  
  
• Top Suction : With this feature the pump is capable of drawing fluid from the top of a tank rather than from the bottom of a reservoir.
  
  
• Vertical Orientation :Pump stator and rotor assembly is vertically upright. Media is pumped vertically through the pump.
  
  
• Washdown Duty : This feature enables the pumps to perform better in wet environments including food processing plants and dairies as well as other high humidity areas.