Description
Specifications:
Type of pump –
Flow rate –
The amount of oil to be pumped in certain time. It is expressed in terms of volume per unit time and measured as Gallons per hour (GPH).
Viscosity –
Viscosity is the resistance to flow. The viscosity of the oil must be considered for the continuous and smooth operation.
Lubricant type –
Due to the mechanical motion in the pumps we must choose a suitable lubricant. Lubricants dissipate the heat formed and avoid the wear and tear problems. Lubricants must also possess suitable viscosity properties to flow easily over the gears. They should not contaminate the oil flowing through the pump.
Power –
The amount of power required for the operation of the pump. Power is expressed in terms of Horse Power (HP). The pumps are powered by the various power sources such as electrical, hydraulic, and solar.
Material –
We must also consider the gear, casing and other component materials that come in contact with the oil transferred. They must be resistant to the abrasion and corrosive properties of the transfer medium.