Conclusion

Pumps could be arranged in different orientations depending on the necessary output of

the processor. In this experiment, the pumps were tested in serial and parallel connection in order

to determine the importance of each operation. Two pumps were being utilized for the

experiment and for comparison; single pumps were being tested first before the series and

parallel connection. From the measured data, it was shown that as the discharge of water in the

pump increased, the suction head increased while the delivery head decreased. After arranging

the pumps in serial connection, the output achieved for the suction head was lower than the

single pump while the delivery head gained higher value. This proved that in order to increase

the head to be produced, connecting the pump in series was an effective way to achieve it.

Moreover, the risk of cavitation was decreased upon using serial arrangement due to the

lowering of the suction head. Additionally, the total head gained by pumps in series was greater

than the measured total head of a single pump. This indicated that serial arrangement of pumps is

fit for processes that require a pump with higher capability.

After the experiment, it can be concluded that series connection increased the total head

produced while the parallel connection increased the flowrate of the pump.

The experimental values acquired were not accurate due to certain difficulties

encountered during the testing and the actual experiment. The use of improper materials as well

as the equipment could be accountable for the errors committed. However, if the procedure was

being strictly followed theses errors may be lessened, thus providing more accurate and precise

results.
Experimental Data Gathered

Test at 1700 rev/min

Pump “V” Notch Discharge Suction Delivery Torque

Head (mm) (L/s) Head Head Mass
(m) (m) (kg)
PUMP 1 56 2.00 1.75 3.00 2.00
56.3 2.17 1.90 2.80 1.80
56.9 2.33 2.25 2.00 1.95
57.1 2.50 2.50 1.10 1.98
57.2 2.67 2.60 1.00 2.00
57.35 2.83 2.75 0.20 2.05
57.65 3.00 2.90 0.10 2.10