Centrifugalpumper

Centrifugalpumper is a type of pump that uses rotational energy, typically from an electric motor or engine, to increase the pressure of a fluid. It operates by imparting kinetic energy to the fluid through a rotating impeller. The fluid enters the pump near the impeller's axis and is thrown outwards by centrifugal force. As the fluid moves away from the center, its velocity increases. This high-velocity fluid then enters a volute casing, which is a progressively widening channel that surrounds the impeller. The volute gradually converts the kinetic energy of the fluid into potential energy in the form of increased pressure. The fluid is then discharged at a higher pressure.

The main components of a centrifugal pump are the impeller, which has vanes that spin the fluid, and the casing, which directs the flow and converts velocity to pressure. Centrifugal pumps are widely used in various applications due to their simplicity, reliability, and ability to handle a wide range of flow rates and pressures. They are commonly found in water supply systems, industrial processes, sewage treatment, and agricultural irrigation. The performance of a centrifugal pump is often described by its performance curve, which plots head (pressure) against flow rate.