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3.1 General description
The Model VCW pump is vertical, industrial, turbine-type pump designed to meet a wide variety of appli-
cations.
This pump has these capabilities:
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Capacities up to 90850 m3/h | 400,000 gpm
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Heads up to 183 m | 600 ft.
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Power up to 7,457 kW | 10,000 hp
Bowl assembly
The bowl construction is flanged for accurate alignment and ease of assembly and disassembly. Impel-
lers are either open or enclosed, depending on the design requirements. Impellers are keyed to the
shaft.
Column
Flanged column construction with rabbeted fits provides positive shaft and bearing alignment, and also
eases assembly and disassembly. The line shaft is supported within the column with the use of bearing
retainers that are spaced in order to provide vibration-free operation and ensure long bearing and shaft
wear.
Discharge head
The discharge head is designed to support the pump and to align the driver to the pump. Driver support
windows provide access to packing or seal piping and allow for easy adjustment of seals and couplings.
In the case of an underground discharge, these features are part of a separate motor stand above
ground.
Suction barrel (can)
The suction barrel flange, or separate mounting flange, is designed to support the weight of the pump
and driver when it is full of liquid. You can install the suction barrel in a sleeve or open steel structure with
thermal insulation around the suction barrel below its mounting flange.
Thrust pot
A thrust pot is an option that is used when the driver is not designed to carry the axial pump thrust.
Drivers
Solid shaft drivers are used with most industrial applications. The rigidity of the rotor enhances vibration-
free operation when mechanical seals are used.
3.2 Nameplate information
Important information for ordering
Every unit has a nameplate that provides information about it.
When you order spare parts, identify this pump information:
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Model
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Model VCW Installation, Operation, and Maintenance
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