ESDU 80031 provides performance estimates for a wide range of rotodynamic pumps so that a suitable standard pump may be selected readily. This information which would otherwise only be available from a bulky collection of manufacturers' catalogues@ is complemented by a methodical procedure to pinpoint the most suitable pump configuration. Charts giving rapid estimates of size and efficiency are given together with approximate correlations of suction and discharge flange sizes@ and data showing the effects that liquids of high viscosity have on pump performance. The information is supported by a comprehensive example which@ where the non-specialist user may require further guidance@ is backed up by numerous cross references to ESDU 80030@ which provides a general introduction to pump performance considerations.
ESDU 80031 B-2007 history
2007ESDU 80031 B-2007 Radial@ mixed and axial-flow pumps. Size estimation@ and specification.