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What primary advantage does a closed impeller provide in large pump applications?
What primary advantage does a closed impeller provide in large pump applications?
- High wear resistance
- Increased clogging potential
- High efficiencies and low NPSHR (correct)
- Reduced strength under pressure
Which characteristic differentiates closed impellers from other impeller types?
Which characteristic differentiates closed impellers from other impeller types?
- Lower operational strength
- Presence of both a back and front wall (correct)
- Absence of wear rings
- Ability to handle high solid concentrations without clogging
What is one of the main functions of close-clearance wear rings in closed impellers?
What is one of the main functions of close-clearance wear rings in closed impellers?
- To separate inlet pressure from internal pump pressure (correct)
- To prevent excessive wear on the impeller blades
- To enhance the dirt handling capability
- To increase axial loads
What impact do closed impellers have in suspended-solids service?
What impact do closed impellers have in suspended-solids service?
Why are closed impellers noted as the most widely used type for centrifugal pumps handling clear liquids?
Why are closed impellers noted as the most widely used type for centrifugal pumps handling clear liquids?
What is the primary structural benefit of the back wall in a partially open or semi-closed impeller?
What is the primary structural benefit of the back wall in a partially open or semi-closed impeller?
Which statement correctly describes the application of partially open or semi-closed impellers?
Which statement correctly describes the application of partially open or semi-closed impellers?
What is one of the advantages of using partially open or semi-closed impellers over open impellers?
What is one of the advantages of using partially open or semi-closed impellers over open impellers?
What happens if the gap between the impeller vanes and the housing is too large?
What happens if the gap between the impeller vanes and the housing is too large?
Which characteristic of partially open or semi-closed impellers helps prevent overheating?
Which characteristic of partially open or semi-closed impellers helps prevent overheating?
What characteristic makes open impellers less efficient in erosive service?
What characteristic makes open impellers less efficient in erosive service?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the application of open impellers?
Which of the following statements is true regarding the application of open impellers?
What requirement do open impellers have that differentiates them from closed impellers?
What requirement do open impellers have that differentiates them from closed impellers?
What structural feature do open impellers lack compared to closed impellers?
What structural feature do open impellers lack compared to closed impellers?
What disadvantage do open impellers face in harsh operating environments?
What disadvantage do open impellers face in harsh operating environments?
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Study Notes
Partially Open or Semi-Closed Impellers
- Incorporate a back wall (shroud) that enhances vane rigidity and mechanical strength.
- Ideal for medium-diameter pumps dealing with liquids containing minor suspended solids.
- Provide higher efficiencies and lower required Net Positive Suction Head (NPSH_R) compared to open impellers.
- A small clearance between impeller vanes and housing is crucial; excessive clearance can cause slippage and recirculation, leading to reduced efficiency and increased heat.
Closed Impellers
- Feature both back and front walls, maximizing strength and durability.
- Commonly used in large pumps, ensuring high efficiency and low NPSHR.
- Suitable for suspended solids service without clogging, though they tend to face higher wear rates.
- Most prevalent type for centrifugal pumps handling clear liquids.
- Utilize close-clearance wear rings that separate inlet pressure from pump pressure, mitigate axial loads, and help sustain efficiency.
Open Impellers
- Constructed with vanes attached directly to a central hub, lacking any sidewall or shroud.
- Structurally weak, necessitating higher NPSHR values for effective operation.
- Employed in small-diameter, cost-effective pumps as well as in applications handling suspended solids.
- More prone to wear compared to closed impellers, experiencing rapid efficiency decline in erosive conditions.
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