Pump Seals
Self-cleaning filtration for seal water and cooling water systems where suspended solids can damage pump seals.
When dealing with Pump Seals, there are many water quality issues that must be addressed through filtration.
- Mechanical seals are vulnerable to abrasive particles, scale, and suspended solids.
- Contaminated seal water can accelerate wear, leakage, and unplanned pump maintenance.
- Manual filtration can be neglected or overloaded in continuous-duty systems.
Conditions, Contaminants, and Considerations
Water sources may vary, but the primary water sources for Pump Seals filtration are:
- Seal water
- Cooling water
- Process water
- Plant utility water
In this application, water is usually filtered within the 50-300 micron range to remove contaminants like:
- Abrasive particles
- Scale
- Silt
- Corrosion products
Due to these constraints, certain design considerations must be made to accommodate variables that can interfere with the filtration process. Factors such as Seal water quality, Pump criticality, Micron rating, Flow rate, Pressure, and Flush routing must be accounted for to ensure reliable and efficient water filtration.
Benefits
Filtering the water before industrial or commercial use:
- Protects mechanical seals from abrasive solids.
- Helps reduce leakage and maintenance events.
- Provides automatic screen cleaning for continuous service.
Relevant FAQs
Does the filter waste a lot of water while cleaning itself?
No, because of how quickly the filter cleans itself. Typical backwash water volume is as little as 10 gallons.
