Thermal Test Analysis Of Bearing Frame Inline Pumps On High Temperature Service
Abstract
Testing of an API Standard 610[1] bearing frame inline pump at pumpage temperatures up to 650 degrees F is presented. The thermal response throughout the pump, and specifically in the bearing frame area, is quantified. Steady state bearing operating temperatures are measured for various lubrication options and cooling configurations. The experimental results are used to correlate an analytical thermal model previously developed to analyze response of an API 610 horizontal overhung process pump. The predictive capability of the model for bearing frame inline pumps is described. Conclusions are developed regarding lubrication and cooling requirements for bearing frame inline pumps to meet the operating temperatures required in refinery processing units.
Description
Lecturepg. 11
Subject
Pumping machineryCollections
Citation
Freeland, Bruce E.; Cappellino, Charles A.; Paddock, Douglas (1994). Thermal Test Analysis Of Bearing Frame Inline Pumps On High Temperature Service. Turbomachinery Laboratories, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Texas A&M University. Available electronically from https : / /hdl .handle .net /1969 .1 /164200.