ANSI HI / 9.6.

Rotodynamic Pumps for Pump Piping - 2022

2. A reduction in pressure and/or flashing can liberate dissolved air and vapor, which can be carried into the suc­
tion of the pump resulting in loss of performance and also potentially loss of prime.

3. In some cases, smaller pipe sizes may be beneficial by allowing for more straight pipe length upstream of the
pump suction nozzle. Refer to requirement [Link].2.3

4. The suction piping should be designed with gradual transitions if changing pipe sizes.

5. The suction piping should be designed to minimize changes in flow direction.

6. Valves and other flow-disturbing fittings located in pump suction piping should be at least one pipe size larger
than the pump suction noule, with the exception of continuous-bore, 100% open valves (such as full-ported
ball valves and gate valves).

[Link].3 Effect of piping-generated swirl

The most disturbing flow patterns entering a pump are those that result from swirling liquid that has traversed
several changes of direction in various plan es. When fittings, such as tees and elbows (especially two elbows
al right angles), are located too close to the pump suction, a spinning action, or swirl, is induced. This swirl may
adversely affect pump performance by reducing efficiency, head, NPSHA. and potentially causing noise, vibration,
and damage.

[Link].3.1 Liquid in the suction pipe shall approach the pump in a state of straight, steady (uniform) flow.

[Link].3.2 A straight and uninterrupted section of pipe be installed between the pump and the nearest flow-dis­
turbing filling. Refer to Notes 1-2.

Notes:

1. See Figures [Link].4a - k, which demon strate the minimum required lengths specified in Table [Link].4.

2. If the minimum recommended pipe lengths cannot be provided, then conformance with the Standard may
be demonstrated with a physical model study. Modifications identified in the model study lo address adverse
hydraulic conditions could iriclude the use of flow-straightening devices (see Appendix E.2).

[Link].4 Required straight pipe lengths

The minimum required suction pipe lengths staled in Table [Link].4, the related requirements, and guidarice are
provided to maximize the potential for uniform approach flow at the suction noule. Following the requirements
and guidance, will minimize the impact on pump hydraulic performance and improve the service life.

[Link].4.1 In general, pumps shall have an uninterrupted and unthrottled flow into the suction nozzle (no flow­
disturbing fittings for the required minimum length identified with Table [Link].4).

[Link].4.2 The use of flow-disturbing fittings on the suction of the pump shall be carefully evaluated.

[Link].4.3 Flow-disturbing fittings not specifically allowed by Table [Link].4 shall not be connected directly to
the pump suction noule without approval from the pump manufacturer.

[Link].4.4 Isolation valves and other devices used on the suction side of the pump shall be sized and localed to
minimize disturbance of the flow into the pump (Table [Link].4).

[Link].4.5 In horizontal suction piping, the flat side of the eccentric reducer shall be located on the lop. In hori­
zontal suction piping where flow approaches from above., either a concentric reducer or an eccentric reducer with
flat side on the bottom shall be used (Refer to Note 4 and figure [Link].4a).

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