HSC Split Case Pump

Horizontal, axially split case pump (BB1)

The HSC pump is a horizontal, single stage, double volute, axially split case centrifugal pump designed and built according to the Hydraulic Institute (HI) standard (BB1 type). It is part of the HS/ZW range of split case pumps by Ruhrpumpen which includes the: HSD, HSL, HSR, HSM and ZW models.

Operation limits:

Capacity: up to 31,800 m³/h (140,000 gpm).
Head: up to 168 m (550 ft).
Maximum Pressure: up to 28 bar (400 psi).
Temperature: 10 to 150 °C (50 to 300 °F).
Discharge flanges: sizes 5” to 36”.
Applications: Petrochemical, general industry applications, power generation plants, municipal water systems, mining operations, fire protection service.

CHARACTERISTICS AND DESIGN FEATURES

Horizontal, between bearings, single stage, axially split centrifugal pump.

Hydraulic Institute (HI) design – BB1 type*
High efficiency, foot mounted design
Axially split case, double volute design minimizes thrust loads
Flanged connections
Side-side nozzle configuration
Double suction, enclosed impellers provide hydraulic balance eliminating axial thrust
Clockwise or counterclockwise rotation
Grease or oil lubricated bearings
Stuffing box configured for packing or mechanical seal
Renewable wear rings
Horizontal or vertical mounting arrangements available