Abstract
The term “casing” is generally used to describe the component that “contains” the pump. In practice a pump’s casing has five functions:
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Provide pressure containment.
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Incorporate the collector, either as an integral part of the casing or as a separate piece.
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Permit rotor installation and removal.
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Support the pump or provide a structural connection to the pump’s support.
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Maintain alignment of the pump and its rotor under the action of pressure and reasonable piping loads.
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Karassik, I.J., McGuire, T. (1998). Casings and Diffusers. In: Centrifugal Pumps. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4615-6604-5_2
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