Turbine pumps are used for everything from water wells to cooling towers in power plants. Their versatility and effectiveness make them one of the most popular types of pumps used across a wide range of industries. Here’s a brief introduction to how they work and why people choose to use them.

A Basic Guide to Turbine Pumps

How They Work

A turbine pump uses centrifugal force to pull the water upward, which is why they’re also called centrifugal pumps. The liquid enters the pump’s chamber at its center or bottom at the suction bell. Depending on what type of turbine it is, either a wheel, disc, or set of blades is rotating around a center shaft in this chamber. The movement pushes the liquid toward the rim of the chamber, spinning at a high speed until the water is forced upward to the surface. How much head the pump is capable of producing will depend on the number of stages, or additional impellers, the pump has.

Why They’re Great

The centrifugal force moves the water quickly, giving very good water pressure. This makes the turbine pump a great choice for agricultural purposes and home needs. The pump is effective, so it can be used to pump deep wells that are superior to shallow ones. Because the impellers are submerged in fluid, there are no priming complications as there are with many other types of pumps. They’re also small in size, which is desirable for most applications.

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