Research Article

The Effect of Viscosity on Performance of a Low Specific Speed Centrifugal Pump

Table 1

Main dimensions of the investigated pump.

Impeller rated diameter (mm)200
Impeller full diameter (mm)209
Impeller outlet width, (mm)4.2
Blade outlet angle, (deg)20
Number of blades6
Number of balance holes6
Shroud thickness at impeller tip (mm)3.7
Volute base circle diameter (mm)210
Suction nozzle diameter (mm)50
Discharge nozzle diameter (mm)40
Impeller suction eye diameter (mm)61
Wear ring radial clearance (mm)0.4
Diameter of balance holes (mm)7
Hub thickness at impeller tip (mm)4.1