What is an inline pump?

Centrifugal pumps are the most widely used pumps in the world. Although most centrifugal pumps are horizontal, we also use vertical inline pumps in some space-constrained applications (the space occupied by the vertical installation solution is 1/3 – 1/2 for horizontal installation). Vertical in-line centrifugal pumps, as the name suggests, are single-stage centrifugal pumps designed for vertical installations, its suction and discharge connections are in a straight line. Vertical centrifugal pumps are often used to transport clean water and other liquids that are physically and chemically similar to clean water.

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Main components and materials of the in-line pump

Pump casingCast Iron; Ductile Iron; Cast Steel; SS304 316 316L; Bronze
ImpellerCast Iron; Ductile Iron; Cast Steel; SS304 316 316L; Bronze
ShaftCarbon Steel; Chrome Steel; Stainless Steel; Stainless Steel 316
SealMechanical seal
Flange standardANSI
PowerFor electric drive only

How to choose the right pump material for my application

  1. Mainly check the compatibility of the material of the pump flow parts (pump casing, impeller, O-ring and mechanical seal) with the pumped fluid.
  2. When a variety of materials are suitable, consider the material with the most comprehensive cost and the lowest cost

Why choose an inline centrifugal pump?

  1. Compact structure and small size, which minimizes space and piping requirements
  2. Easy to install. Since the inlet and outlet are the same size and are also on the same central line, the pump can be installed directly on any part of the pipeline, just like a valve.
  3. Easy to maintain. No need to dismantle piping for inspection and maintenance
  4. More suitable for higher temperature, higher pressure products due to its ability to handle thermal expansion

Application

Vertical inline pumps are suitable for a wide range of industrial applications (plants, mining, fire fighting, water supply, water treatment, pressurization, building systems, air conditioning systems (HVAC)) and marine applications (ballast transfer, seawater general service, scrubber systems, ships), the most important of which are water circulation and water heating. Vertical inline pumps are best suited for the circulation of hot water, as they can withstand extreme temperatures.