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Pump Classification Notes

The document classifies pumps based on their mechanical operation, power type, and service requirements. It details displacement pumps, centrifugal pumps, air lift pumps, and miscellaneous pumps, along with steam engine, diesel engine, and electrically driven pumps. Additionally, it distinguishes between low lift and high lift pumps, emphasizing the importance of proper classification for efficient engineering applications.

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Pump Classification Notes

The document classifies pumps based on their mechanical operation, power type, and service requirements. It details displacement pumps, centrifugal pumps, air lift pumps, and miscellaneous pumps, along with steam engine, diesel engine, and electrically driven pumps. Additionally, it distinguishes between low lift and high lift pumps, emphasizing the importance of proper classification for efficient engineering applications.

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CLASSIFICATION OF PUMPS

Definition of a Pump
A pump is a mechanical device used to move liquids from one place to another by adding energy to
the fluid.

1. Classification Based on Mechanical Principle of Operation

(i) Displacement Pumps


Definition: Displacement pumps move a fixed amount of liquid during each cycle.
Working Principle: Liquid is trapped in a chamber and forced out by reducing the chamber volume.
Applications: Hydraulic systems, oil pumping, chemical dosing.

(ii) Centrifugal Pumps


Definition: Centrifugal pumps use rotational energy to move liquid.
Working Principle: Liquid enters the impeller center and is thrown outward by centrifugal force.
Applications: Water supply, irrigation, cooling systems.

(iii) Air Lift Pumps


Definition: Air lift pumps use compressed air to lift liquid.
Working Principle: Air is injected into the liquid, reducing density and causing it to rise.
Applications: Deep wells, sewage pumping.

(iv) Miscellaneous Pumps


Definition: Pumps operating on special principles other than centrifugal or displacement.
Examples: Jet pumps, hydraulic ram pumps, electromagnetic pumps.

2. Classification Based on Type of Power Required

(i) Steam Engine Pumps


Definition: Pumps driven by steam engines.
Applications: Old power plants, industrial boilers.

(ii) Diesel Engine Pumps


Definition: Pumps powered by diesel engines.
Applications: Irrigation, construction sites, emergency pumping.

(iii) Electrically Driven Pumps


Definition: Pumps powered by electric motors.
Applications: Domestic water supply, industrial systems.

3. Classification Based on Type of Service Called For

(i) Low Lift Pumps


Definition: Pumps used for lifting liquid to small heights (up to 15 m).
Applications: Drainage, irrigation canals.

(ii) High Lift Pumps


Definition: Pumps used for lifting liquid to great heights (above 15 m).
Applications: High-rise buildings, water towers.

Conclusion
Pump classification helps engineers select the correct pump for efficient and reliable operation.

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