Pump Theory - API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps. Steve Digby SPX Process Equipment Limited Bran+Luebbe Operation U.K. SPX Process Equipment WCB-Flow Products 2003 2002 GD GD GD GD Engineering Engineering Engineering Engineering OFM OFM OFM OFM Oilfield Fabricating & Machine After Market & Field Services 2005 Plan Employees 2585 Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps Topics Reciprocating versus Rotary Pumps Basic Operation of Reciprocating Pumps API Specifications 674 & 675 Suction Side Installation Considerations Overall Cost of Ownership Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps API stands for American Petroleum Institute API 674 and 675 are widely used as an industrial standard for reciprocating displacement pumps. Mainly used in Petroleum, Chemical Processing, and Oil&Gas Industry. Describes and specifies constructional design, qualification criteria, and how pumps and documentation shall be executed. Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps Reciprocating metering/dosing pumps deliver a controlled & accurate flow to predetermined points of a process independent of pressure. Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps API 675 Metering Pump With Diaphragm Pumphead API 674 Reciprocating Triplex Pump With Diaphragm Pumpheads Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps Metering Pump Equation V=A . h . n V = theoretical Volumetric flow of the metering pump A = plunger square area h = stroke length n = stroking speed (stroke frequency) Positive Displacement Pumps Reciprocating Definition (in accordance with API Standard 674) There is no actual definition in the standard other than highlighting the difference between a Power Pump & Direct Acting Pump. Essentially these pumps transmit a predetermined mass flow at medium to high pressure. Pumps are normally configured in Triplex, Quintuplex and Septuplex designs. Positive Displacement Pumps Controlled Volume Definition (in accordance with API Standard 675) A controlled volume pump is a reciprocating pump in which precise volume control is provided by varying effective stroke length. Such pumps are also known as metering, proportioning, chemical injection, dosing, or controlled volume pump. These pumps deliver a controlled & accurate flow to predetermined points of a process independent of pressure. Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps API Listing 1.5 Equipment offered is referring to German and European standards i.e. DIN, EN, IEC, ISO,.... 2.2.5.1 Details of threading conform to ISO. 2.12.3 Unless proposed differently visual indication of capacity setting is shown as actual stroke length. 2.13.1.13 Bolts are calculated and selected in accordance with German pressure vessel code (AD-Merkbltter). 3.1.7 Motors are flanged directly to the pump. Consequently, there is no need for jackscrews. 3.3 Metering pumps are suitable for mounting directly onto prepared concrete. Base plates are therefore optional and can be quoted at additional cost. 3.3.9 If not stated differently base plates will not be furnished with jackscrews. 3.4.3.2 If not stated differently single point terminal box for instrumentation is not included. 3.4.4.3 The gauges used for local diaphragm rupture indication have dials either 63 mm or 100 mm, depending on size of pumphead. 3.4.5 Electrical systems are not included unless expressly required and specifically quoted. Typical Deviations to API 675 Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps 1 2 For: No. of motors required 1 3 Site Serial no. TBA 4 Remarks 5 Notes: O indicates information to be completed by Purchaser. indicates information to be completed by manufacturer. 6 API standard 674 governs unless otherwise noted 7 OPERATING CONDITIONS (to be completed by purchaser) 8 Liquid (HC) Condensate Capacity @ PT (m/h): 9 Pumping temperature (C) PT: Maximum Note 2 Minimum Note 3 Rated 5,3 10 Minimum -9 Discharge pressure (bar g): 11 Density @ PT (kg/m): 569,8 Maximum Minimum Rated Note 4 12 Vapor pressure @ PT (bar): Suction pressure ( bar g): 13 Viscosity @ PT (cP): 0,16 Maximum Minimum Rated 17,8 14 Acceleration head (m) Note 1 Differential pressure (bar g): 15 NPSH available (m): 14,7 Maximum 19,2 Minimum Rated 16,2 Normal 19 Maximum 58 API Data Sheet Purchaser Information Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps Installation Considerations & How to Avoid Problems Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps Flow Pattern of various Pumps Types Simplex Pump Duplex Pump Triplex Pump Centrifugal Pump Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps Suction Side Insufficent NPSHA Pump Starvation Cavitation What we are Trying to Avoid Discharge Side Insufficent Flow Over Pressure Pipe Hammer In almost all cases of insufficient flow rate or frequent service calls the pump will be blamed, not the system General Poor Pump Operation Only Recognised as Problems During Commissioning or Initial Operation. Reciprocating Pumps Generate a Pulsating Flow ~3x Equivalent Smooth Flow. Line Losses Can be High. Crucial on Critical Applications i.e. Liquid Gases, High Temperature, Volatile Liquids. Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps Many Installations Are Designed On Smooth Flow Conditions & Ignore Factors Such as:- Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps Bottom dead Center 100 % Capacity setting 60 % Capacity setting S u c t i o n D i s c h a r g e Bottom dead Center Top dead Center Flow Pattern of a Single Head Pump Two Major Factors That Can Adversely Affect The Operation of Reciprocating Pumps Buy Are Often Overlooked are: Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps Friction Losses Higher Viscosity Applications Pressure Required to ensure that the liquid flows continually in the system during the maximum demanded flow volume. Low Viscosity Application Mass Acceleration Losses Pressure Required to cause the liquid to move at the beginning of each plunger stroke Both Have a high impact on NPSHA . Only the higher of the two values is considered. On reciprocating pumps this is generally Mass Acceleration. Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps Plunger or Piston Diameter. Stroke Length Internal Pipe Diameter & Overall Length. Pump Speed. Pump Configuration (Single or Multi Head) Factors Affecting Mass Acceleration Pressure Example. Single Head Pump 20mm Dia Plunger x 20 mm Stroke Length Operating Speed 100 Strokes/Min Fitted To 8mm NB Pipe Mass Acceleration Pressure = 0.84 m/m Pipe Length = 10m P = 8.4m or 0.84 Bar Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps Net positive suction head (NSPH) is the total inlet pressure, stated in meters head minus the vapor pressure of the liquid in meters Net Positive Suction Head What is a System ? (in terms of the issue NPSH) A system is normally composed of: a pump a vessel from which the pump takes the liquid (suction vessel) piping between pump and suction vessel including valves, elbows, strainers, etc. Suction vessel Pump p (abs) or H abs H st (Static head) L (Length of suction piping) d (pipe inside diameter) Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps Mass Acceleration Forces Simplex Pump Duplex Pump Triplex Pump Centrifugal Pump Net Positive Suction Head Available NPSHA is a property of the system & determined by the purchaser! Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps Net Positive Suction Head Required NPSHR is a property of the pump and is the minimum pressure required, measured at the suction flange, to prevent cavitation. For satisfactory pump operation NPSHA should always exceed NPSHR by a minimum of *1 -2 m *(varies for different pump types and suppliers) Head in suction vessel (above liquid level) Head of vapor pressure Head of friction losses Head of mass acceleration losses NPSHA Static head NPSHR NPSH margin Total head The NPSH concept Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps How can NPSHA be calculated ? NPSHA = H +H st - H vp - H fr - H ma The calculation is no more than determining the difference between positive heads i.e. absolute head in suction vessel plus static head and negative heads (losses) i.e. head due to vapor pressure, friction and mass acceleration Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps Inadequate NPSHA Will Cause Cavitation Leading To: Erratic Performance Reduced Flow Erosion in The Plunger Packing Area and Non Return Valves A Lot of Noise!!! Cost Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps Plunger Sealings Non Return Valves Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps Minimise the pipe length Maximise the bore diameter Minimise no of bend, tees and valves etc. Use of Pulsation Dampening Devices Increase Pressure (Booster Pump, Nitrogen Blanket, Static Head etc). Use of a multi head pump. Adequate Pipe Supporting Considerations to Maximise The NPSHA of the System Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps Pulsation Dampeners Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps Pulsation Dampener Affect 0 180 360 Overall Cost of Ownership Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps Process Fluid : Methanol Flowrate : 12m3/hr 298,500 313,000 Total costs after 3 years operation 148,500 63,000 Inc 1 set of plungers Maintenance costs after 3 years operation 40,500 18,000 Annual maintenance costs 50 h x 150 = 7,500 10 h x 150 = 1,500 - labour costs 6 x 2,000 = 12,000 6 x 2,000 =12,000 - pump valves None 3 x 1,000 = 3,000 - diaphragms 12 x 1,000 = 12,000 3 x 500 = 1,500 - plunger packing 6 x 3,000 = 18,000 None Annual Spare Use - plungers 150,000 250,000 Investment Cost Triplex Triplex Pump Type Packed Plunger Pump Diaphragm Pump Comments Packing Friction Necessary Needs to be contained ~5% Lower Not Required None Energy costs Lubrication of Plunger Packing Leakage Comparison of the investment and maintenance costs of a hydraulically actuated diaphragm pump compared to a packed plunger pump Process Pressure : 160 bar Operating Hours : 8000/year Thank you - Questions Pump Theory API Reciprocating Displacement Pumps