Centrifugal pumps with open impeller – RG series

Centrifugal pumps with open impeller – RG series

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Salvatore Robuschi RG series pumps are process centrifugal pumps with an open impeller, with a modular design, high interchangeability of parts, a wide selection of sealing systems and the ability to pump under low NPSHa conditions. They are designed in accordance with ISO 2858/5199 standards. Models in this series have a single sealing body for all types of seals (single, tandem, cartridge, “back to back” or packing, also PLAN according to API 682).

They can be used for non-abrasive, slightly contaminated liquids, liquids with a gas content of up to 15%. Used in the chemical, petrochemical, food, and sugar industries, in seawater desalination plants, absorption devices in environmental motorering, power plants, the steel industry, and hot water distribution.

Salvatore Robuschi RG series pumps are process centrifugal pumps with an open impeller, with a modular design, high interchangeability of parts, a wide selection of sealing systems and the ability to pump under low NPSHa conditions. They are designed in accordance with ISO 2858/5199 standards. Models in this series have a single sealing body for all types of seals (single, tandem, cartridge, “back to back” or packing, also PLAN according to API 682).

They can be used for non-abrasive, slightly contaminated liquids, liquids with a gas content of up to 15%. Used in the chemical, petrochemical, food, and sugar industries, in seawater desalination plants, absorption devices in environmental motorering, power plants, the steel industry, and hot water distribution.

Technical specifications
Pump performance: up to 300 m3/h
Lifting height: up to 95 m
Maximum working pressure: 16 bar (up to 20 bar for non-aggressive media)
Temperature: up to 220°C – depending on the pumped medium
Discharge nozzle: from DN 32 to DN 125
Impeller type: Open
Pump materialss: AISI 316
Optionally: AISI 304, AISI 904, Duplex, Superduplex, Hastelloy B or C)
Typical applications
Industry Application example
Food industry Circulation transfer in evaporation plants, pumping of press water in fish processing, ethyl alcohol, wine with grape residues.
Wastewater treatment Pumping water with 10% air content, sewage, sludge, transfer in flotation recirculation.
Chemical industry Transfer of nitric acid, 98% sulfuric acid or 12.5% iron sulfate with suspended particles, pumping glycerin and sodium hydroxide, fatty acid, salt water.
Product features

The RG series centrifugal pumps are designed with a modular construction in mind in order to reducing spare parts and storage costs. Many devices use common spare parts. These pumps are designed in accordance with ISO 2858/5199 standards, making them interchangeable with other machines manufactured to these standards. In addition, all Salvatore Robuschi centrifugal series have one seal housing for all seal types. When replacing a few elements, the pumps can be equipped with single, tandem, cartridge, “back to back” or packing seal. The seals can be equipped with a PLAN according to API 682 (e.g. PLAN 11, PLAN 52, PLAN 53, PLAN 54).

  • Modularity – 3 groups of bearing housings and shafts covering 35 different pump sizes. The replaceable wear plate ensures a long pump life and reduces maintenance costs. In addition, the bearing housing allows adjustment of the axial clearance on the drive side. Oversized bases provide high stability, and the mounting flange design avoids problems associated with 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 25199, ensuring shaft deflection < 0.05 mm and min. 18,000 hours of operation, also designed to balance axial and radial loads, and reduce operating temperature.
  • Performance – impellers made of micro-cast by the lost wax method for high hydraulic efficiencies and low NPSH values.
  • Flexibility15 different sealing systems can be installed in one body cover.
  • Wide range of applications – designed for the chemical, steel, petrochemical, food, sugar, seawater desalination plants, 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 RG centrifugal pump construction.

1. Reinforced bearing (ISO5199 – EN25199)
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 drastically reduce operating temperature. All bearing housings are suitable for the reinforced “HD” version, which is equipped with angular contact bearings and roller bearings. This series also includes a stronger bearing housing that can operate for up to 100,000 working hours.

2. One casing, 12 sealing systems
For each pump size, a unique casing can accommodate any type, brand and sealing choice. The sealing chamber dimensions 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 use a unique casing that applies to both closed (fitted with a wear ring) and open (with a replaceable wear plate) impellers. This versatility allows the pump to be easily used in new installations and processes.

4. Wear plate and adjustment
The replaceable wear plate guarantees a long pump life and reduces maintenance costs. In addition, the bearing housing is equipped with an axial clearance adjustment that is easily accessible from the drive side.

Design versions

 

RGM

Salvatore Robuschi RDM Industrial Monoblock Centrifugal Pumps with Closed Impeller

Monoblock version with standard B5 electric motor.

RGL

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.

RGB

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

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

RGV

Industrial Vertical Close-Coupled Centrifugal Pumps Salvatore Robuschi RDV

Vertical version with intermediate sleeves.

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 mechanical seal 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 performance: up to 300 m3/h
Lifting height: up to 95 m
Maximum working pressure: 16 bar (up to 20 bar for non-aggressive media)
Temperature: up to 220°C – depending on the pumped medium
Discharge nozzle: from DN 32 to DN 125
Impeller type: Open
Pump materialss: AISI 316
Optionally: AISI 304, AISI 904, Duplex, Superduplex, Hastelloy B or C)

Performance curves

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