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Experiment 4
Experiment 4
Experiment 4
Parallel Pump
Objectives
- To observe the differences between single and parallel pump operation.
- To determine the single and parallel pump characteristic curves.
Overview
A pump can serve to move liquid, as in a cross country pipeline, to lift liquid as
from a well or to the top of a tall building; or to put fluid under pressure as in a
hydraulic brake. In chemical plants and refineries pumps transfer or circulate oil
and a great variety of fluids.
1. Fill sump tank with tap water. Water level can be checked using the
viewing window.
5. Switch on pump.
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Experiment 4: Parallel Pump
Experimental Procedures
2. Switch on both pumps (9, 10) with the main switch on the switchbox (11).
3. Set the desired volumetric flow V with the drain cock (8); ensure
continuous water inflow into the reservoir.
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Experiment 4: Parallel Pump
Results
Plot the pump characteristic curve for each configuration. (It is advisable to plot
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Experiment 4: Parallel Pump
Discussion
Discuss and compare the characteristic curves plotted.
Tutorial
Conclusion
References
1. White, F.M. Fluid Mechanics 4th Ed. McGraw Hill
2. McCabe, W.L., Smith, J.C and Harriot Unit Operations of Chemical
Engineering 5th Ed. McGraw Hill
3. Anthony Esposito. Fluid Mechanics with Applications. Prentice Hall
International Inc.
4. Debler, W.R. Fluid Mechanics Fundamentals. Prentice Hall International
Inc.