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suction head is calculated wiht the formula head = 2.31 x psi so if your suction is 30psi then your head is around 60ft. of head. If your suction head is to high then there is not enough water to pump the needed psi for the task

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What are the causes of high suction pressure?

Common causes of high suction pressure in a refrigeration system can include a dirty or blocked evaporator coil, low airflow due to a dirty filter or a malfunctioning blower motor, overcharge of refrigerant, or a faulty expansion valve. It could also be due to issues with the compressor such as overheating or mechanical failure.


What is the effect of high gas suction pressure in a gas compressor?

High gas suction pressure in a gas compressor can lead to increased power consumption, reduced compressor efficiency, and potential damage to the compressor components due to excessive load. It can also result in higher discharge temperatures and potential overheating of the compressor.


How deep will a vacuum pump water from?

i believe the question should be stated as "How high can a pump pull liquid when mounted above the liquid source". an old pump adage is that a pump doesn't suck. sounds dumb, but it refers to the necessity of having a positive pressure at the suction of the pump greater than the required net positive pressure req'd by the pump. NPSHa must be greater than NPSHr. in any system open to atmosphere the surface of the fluid will have 14.7psi (at sea level) X 2.31 ft/psi, or roughly 34' of head, or NPSHa, available. the manufacturers performance curves will show the NPSHr of the pump at any given flow for a given impeller trim. by subtracting this NPSHr from the calculated surface pressure you can arrive at a general maximum lift that the pump can run at. there will also be line friction losses that will reduce this height, and typically we subtract another 2-3' for a fudge factor as you would not want to run on the ragged edge. so, a pump with an NPSHr of 8' would be able to lift cold water approx 22' before cavitating. getting it primed is another issue, and having said all this, there is a type of centrifugal that can successfully trick this seemingly rigid restriction on lift. the typical home commercial jet pump can lift from many times this limited depth by taking a portion of the high pressure discharge and sending it down a separate pipe and into the suction pipe. this effectively increases the suction pressure and allows this type of pump to lift from quite a depth. a really neat way around having to install a down-hole pump submersible. of course the type of pump, what you are pumping, temperature, vapor pressure, specific gravity, and viscosity will all affect the height that a pump can lift a fluid. If the question is ' at what height we can place the suction side of pump from the water level from where it is pulled up', then if we are not considering the NPSH (which is not practical of course) , then i think that the maximum height of the suction side will be the height which will balance the pressure which is on the water level below from where it is pumped. If the pressure there is atmospheric pressure (at the water level below suction side)then maximum height of water rising is 10.3 m around(will vary according to the fluid being pumped). Above it water will not rise whatever vacuum you create though pump.(Its just like in barometer where mercury doesn't rise above 760mm, although there is vacuum above it in the tube. This is because at base of inverted tube of barometer, pressure is balanced). In practical of course the height is much less of course otherwise cavitation will take place when pressure falls below Vapor pressure of the Liquid being pumped.


What kind of grease do you use in wellhead when pumping propane?

A high-temperature, synthetic or silicone-based grease is commonly used in wellheads when pumping propane. These greases can withstand the high temperatures and pressures involved in the operation and provide good lubrication for the equipment. It is important to ensure the grease is compatible with propane and the materials used in the wellhead to prevent any potential issues.


What is the solute contained in soda?

The water into which carbon-dioxide gas has been dissolved under pressure, is called soda water.

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What is vapour binding?

when pressure on the suction side of the pump drop below the vapour pressure of the liquid, vapour forms. It's caused because of insufficient suction head, high suction lift, excessive friction head, or high liquid temperature.


Why do you have high and low sea water suction?

When the ship is at the port, the water is shallow therefore we use high seawater suction. If the low seawater suction was used instead, impurities such as sand would be sucked into the system..


What do the terms max lift and max head mean when referring to centrifical pumps?

Max lift refers to the maximum vertical distance the pump can lift water from its source to the pump inlet. Max head refers to the maximum pressure the pump can generate to push water through the system. Both values are important in determining the pump's capabilities for specific applications.


A refrigerator with a freon restriction would have what symptoms?

High head pressure; low suction pressure; overheated compressor


What is suction and discharge head?

These are terms used by refrigeration and air conditioning techs. The suction is refrigerant returning to the compressor from the evaporator, or the low side. The high side is the discharge or head pressure, where high temperature high pressure gas leaves the compressor to flow into the condenser. These systems should only be worked on by licensed and experienced techs.


When was High Pumping Station created?

High Pumping Station was created in 1906.


High side is the suction or discharge?

Discharge side........


How npsh of a centrifugal pump is increased?

If you are pumping from a tank you have to lower the pump in relation to the height of the water in the tank. The more feet of water above the center of the pump, the greater your net positive suction head. If that is not possible you have to have a pump to increase the pressure of the water coming into the eye of the pump impeller.


What causes high head pressure and normal suction pressure in a air conditioner?

non condensebles in system dirty cond coil high ambient poss over charge


What is the difference between a 5m head circulating pump and 6m head circulating pump?

The main difference between a 5m head circulating pump and a 6m head circulating pump is their maximum pumping capabilities. A 5m head pump can lift water up to 5 meters high, while a 6m head pump can lift water up to 6 meters high. This difference in head rating impacts the pump's ability to circulate water effectively in systems that require varying levels of pressure.


Is the suction line the high side?

No, the liquid (discharge) line is the high pressure side. The suction line is the low pressure side.


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