API610 BB5 Multistage Centrifugal Process Pump
This API610 BB5 process pump is a horizontal, multi-stage centrifugal pump with a double-shell, segment-type design. It is suitable for transferring clean, flammable, explosive, or toxic liquids such as oil, refined oil, and boiler feed water.
Technical Specifications
Overview
High-Pressure API610 BB5 Process Pump
The BMD series is a horizontal, multi-stage centrifugal pump designed for the most demanding petrochemical applications. Featuring a double-shell barrel casing and center-line support, it provides exceptional structural integrity for high-temperature and high-pressure fluid transport. This API610 BB5 compliant pump is engineered for maximum reliability in handling clean, flammable, toxic, or explosive liquids.
Performance Metrics
Key Performance Ratings
900 m3/h
Max Capacity
2,200 m
Max Head
25 MPa
Design Pressure
Technical Specifications
- Temperature Range
- -80°C to 450°C
- Standards Applied
- API610 BB5API 682APIQ1
- Pump Configuration
- Horizontal multi-stage, double shell, radial split, center-line supported
Design Features
Casing & Rigidity
- Forged pump body and barrel casing for high rigidity
- 3mm corrosion allowance conforming to API610
- Radial diffuser structures with concentrically-braced sections
- Upward arranged suction and discharge nozzles
- Axial Force Balancing
- Balance drum or opposed impeller arrangement for enhanced bearing service life
Mechanical Components
Bearing & Lubrication
- Sleeve bearings with self-lubrication or forced lubrication options
- Labyrinth bearing covers to prevent dust entry and oil leakage
- Optional vent fan for bearing housing
Sealing & Shaft
- API 682 standardized seal chamber for various seal types
- Conical shaft extension (O.D. > 60mm) for easy coupling and seal maintenance
- High hardness wear rings and inter-stage bushings
Applications
- Suitable Media
- Crude OilRefined OilLPGLight HydrocarbonsBoiler Feed Water
Nomenclature
Model Identification
| Code Component | Description |
|---|---|
| BMD(Z) | Pump model (Z: self-balancing structure) |
| 40 | Discharge Diameter |
| 180 | Nominal Impeller Diameter |
| B | Hydraulic Category |
| 6 | Number of Stages |
| Z/Q | Lubrication (Z: Auto/Sleeve, Q: Forced) |
