Centrifugal pumps with channel impeller – RB series

Centrifugal pumps with channel impeller – RB series

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Salvatore Robuschi RB pumps are centrifugal pumps with a multi-channel impeller. They are characterized by low operating costs, a wide selection of sealing systems, the ability to pump under low NPSHa conditions, and an impeller with large free passage for solids and high abrasion resistance. All pumps in this series have one sealing housing for all types of seals (single, tandem, cartridge, “back to back” or packing, according to API 682) and bearings designed according to ISO 5199.

Salvatore Robuschi RB pumps can pump liquids with high density, viscosity, also with gas, air and solids content. They maintain high efficiency and low noise levels. They can be used in general industry, food, chemical, refinery, paper, sugar, metallurgical and other industries.

Salvatore Robuschi RB pumps are centrifugal pumps with a multi-channel impeller. They are characterized by low operating costs, a wide selection of sealing systems, the ability to pump under low NPSHa conditions, and an impeller with large free passage for solids and high abrasion resistance. All pumps in this series have one sealing housing for all types of seals (single, tandem, cartridge, “back to back” or packing, according to API 682) and bearings designed according to ISO 5199.

Salvatore Robuschi RB pumps can pump liquids with high density, viscosity, also with gas, air and solids content. They maintain high efficiency and low noise levels. They can be used in general industry, food, chemical, refinery, paper, sugar, metallurgical and other industries.

Technical specifications
Pump capacity: up to 3200 m3/h
Lifting height: up to 70m
Maximum working pressure: 10 bar
Temperature: up to 220 °C – depending on the pumped medium
Delivery nozzle: from DN 32 to DN 300
Impeller type: channel
Pump materialss: AISI 316 stainless steel, GJL250 cast iron
Optionally: AISI 304, AISI 904, Duplex, Superduplex, Hastelloy B or C)
Typical applications
Industry Application example
Food industry Evaporation plants, raw juice transfer, tomato sauce, wine industry, pasteurization plants with water temperature up to 98°C.
Wastewater treatment Evaporation, ultrafiltration, forced oxygenation, desalination stations.
Chemical industry For thickening/evaporation plants, viscous and waste liquids, circulation, critical suction applications, biodiesel and bioethanol production plants.
Textile and tanning industry For chemical baths with suspensions and stringy liquids.
Product features

RB series pumps are centrifugal process pumps with a multi-channel impeller with a special blade geometry to achieve low NPSH values and a large spherical passage area. This series of pumps is characterized by a modular design, interchangeable parts, a wide selection of sealing systems, the ability to pump under low NPSH conditions, and an impeller with a large free passage for solids and high abrasion resistance.

The RB series centrifugal pumps have a modular design that allows reducing spare parts and storage costs. Wszystkie serie wirowe Salvatore Robuschi posiadają jeden korpus uszczelnienia dla wszystkich typów uszczelnień – mogą być wyposażone w uszczelnienie single, tandem, cartridge, “back to back” or packed. Uszczelnienia mogą zostać wyposażone w PLAN zgodnie z API 682 (np. PLAN 11, PLAN 52, PLAN 53, PLAN 54).

Passage of solid parts, transfer of high viscosity media with low NPSH, high efficiency and low noise – these are the main features of the RB multi-channel impellers, which allow these pumps to achieve high performance even in critical conditions. The large suction inlet and the small number of blades reduce the inlet speed and ensure very good suction characteristics even in the presence of gas or air dissolved in the pumped liquid. The large width of the impeller and the shape of the blades reduce the speed of passage of the medium through the inside of the pump and improve efficiency when used with viscous liquids. The multi-channel impeller also allows the transfer of solid parts (non-fibrous) without clogging the pump and ensures high efficiency, similar to a closed impeller, and also higher in the case of high viscosity liquids. It is used in many different applications and is suitable for various installations.

  • Modularity and easy maintenance – 4 groups of bearing housings and shafts covering 15 different pump sizes. Oversized bases ensure high stability, and the flanged design avoids problems related to pump and motor misalignment.
  • Unified bearing housing – The same bearing housing can be used for pumps with closed, open, channel and vortex impellers. Design compliant with EN 5199, ensuring shaft deflection < 0.05 mm and min. 18,000 hours of bearing operation, also designed to balance axial and radial loads, and reduce operating temperature.
  • Performance – multi-channel impellers made with the lost wax method for high hydraulic efficiencies and low NPSH values.
  • Multi-channel impeller – the flow velocities at the inlet and outlet of a multi-channel impeller are very low compared to a traditional impeller, and the efficiency is close to that of closed impellers. Low speed also means low friction losses both on the suction side and when the liquid cuts through the blades, low NPSH and higher efficiency when pumping viscous liquids. Multi-channel impellers are also suitable for pumping liquids containing solids, contaminated liquids, purees, concentrates, etc. Thanks to these features, these pumps can be used in many different applications and are suitable for many different installations.
  • Flexibility12 different sealing systems can be installed in one body cover.
  • Wide range of applications – designed for the chemical, steel, petrochemical, food, sugar, and seawater desalination industries, as well as for hot water distribution and power plants.
Operation principle

Operating principle of centrifugal pumps.The two main parts of a centrifugal pump are the impeller with blades (impeller) and the pump housing (casing). In the most common type – the centrifugal pump with a volute casing – the liquid enters the pump near the center of the high-speed rotating impeller. The liquid on the suction side moves along the axis of the impeller and due to the centrifugal force generated by the blades, it is thrown radially into the chamber in the casing. The casing gradually expands in a spiral manner towards the discharge nozzle, which reduces the velocity of the liquid and thus increases the pressure (diffuser effect). At the same time, as the liquid is thrown radially by the impeller due to centrifugal force, the pressure in the center of the impeller drops, enhancing the effect of drawing liquid into the pump, which enables a continuous liquid transfer process.

The impeller of a centrifugal pump is driven by a motor (most often electric) via a shaft. The pump head, along with the coupling and motor, constitutes the pump unit. In centrifugal pumps, gears are not used, and the rotational speed of the motor is transmitted directly. Most commonly, two- and four-pole motors are used (rotational speeds of approximately 2900 and 1450 rpm, respectively), and less frequently, six- and eight-pole motors are used (approximately 900 and 700 rpm).

A very important element of the pump is the seal at the point where the drive shaft enters the body. This seal is designed to prevent the pumped liquid from leaking out of the pump, maintain pressure inside the pump, and prevent air from entering the pump. Among the seals for centrifugal pumps, we can distinguish gland packing packings, single mechanical seals, and double mechanical seals. We also distinguish a special type of pump – sealless (hermetic) pumps.

Construction

Salvatore Robuschi RB Centrifugal Pump Construction

1. Reinforced bearing (ISO5199)
The bearing housing is standardized according to EN ISO 5199 and guarantees a shaft deflection of < 0.05 mm and at least 18,000 hours of operation. It is designed to optimize axial and radial pressures and lower operating temperature. All bearing housings are adapted for the use of a reinforced “HD” bearing, which can operate for up to 100,000 operating hours. The “HD” bearing is a combination of an angular contact bearing and a cylindrical roller bearing.

2. One casing, 12 sealing systems
For each pump size, a unique casing can accommodate any type, brand and sealing choice. The dimensions of the sealing chamber have been designed to guarantee effective and correct liquid circulation. By changing a few components, the sealing arrangement can be easily modified, making the pump ready for new plant or process requirements and reducing spare parts inventory.

3. One Casing, Two Impellers
Each pump size can utilize a unique casing that applies to both closed (fitted with a wear ring) and open (with replaceable wear plate) impellers. This versatility allows for easy application of the pump in new installations and processes.

4. Wear ring
The pump is equipped with a replaceable wear ring.

Design versions

 

RBM

RBL

RBB

Salvatore Robuschi RDM Industrial Monoblock Centrifugal Pumps with Closed Impeller

Monoblock version with standard B5 electric motor.

Salvatore Robuschi RDL close-coupled industrial centrifugal pumps

Version with independent support with bearings in oil bath and mounting flange for coupling with flanged motor. This version is available for motor sizes up to IEC 160.

Salvatore Robuschi RDB close-coupled industrial centrifugal pumps with independent frame.

Shaft version: pump with independent oil or grease lubricated bearings, coupling (short or spacer), base and motor.

RBV

RBC

Industrial Vertical Close-Coupled Centrifugal Pumps Salvatore Robuschi RDV

Vertical version with intermediate sleeves.

Industrial cantilever vertical centrifugal pumps Salvatore Robuschi RCC

Cantilever vertical type.

Types of seals

A cylindrical chamber built according to EN-12756 can be equipped with any type of mechanical seal.

Single mechanical seal in Salvatore Robuschi centrifugal pumps. Single mechanical seal

The most popular mechanical seals for use with non-contaminated liquids (no solids). The pumped liquid lubricates the sealing surface and dissipates heat.

Double mechanical seal in Salvatore Robuschi centrifugal pumps. Double back-to-back seal

A back-to-back double seal is a solution with a pressurized chamber. The external barrier fluid, supplied at a pressure approximately 0.5 – 1 bar higher than the pressure of the pumped medium, separates the product from the atmosphere.

Double tandem mechanical seal in Salvatore Robuschi centrifugal pumps. Double tandem mechanical seal

This type of seal has two pairs of face seals facing in the same direction. The use of this seal allows for a gradual reduction of pressure from the pump chamber or the use of a flushing medium and monitoring of the main mechanical seal of the product. The external service liquid reservoir serves to separate the pumped product from the atmosphere.

Cartridge seals in Salvatore Robuschi centrifugal pumps. Cartridge seal

A cartridge seal resembles a standard seal, but the stationary part of the cartridge seal is built into the housing, and the rotating part is mounted in a sleeve sealed with an O-ring. The cartridge seal housing is a mounting element in the pump, which eliminates the need to install a seal cover.

Packing seal in Salvatore Robuschi centrifugal pumps. packing seal

Packing seal is a special cord wound around the shaft separating the space between the pump body and the drive. It does not provide 100% tightness due to the need for continuous lubrication and cooling of the cords.

  • Technical specifications

  • Typical applications

  • Product features

  • Operation principle

  • Construction

  • Design versions

  • Types of seals

Pump capacity: up to 3200 m3/h
Lifting height: up to 70m
Maximum working pressure: 10 bar
Temperature: up to 220 °C – depending on the pumped medium
Delivery nozzle: from DN 32 to DN 300
Impeller type: channel
Pump materialss: AISI 316 stainless steel, GJL250 cast iron
Optionally: AISI 304, AISI 904, Duplex, Superduplex, Hastelloy B or C)

Performance curves

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