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The Centrifugal Pump Discharge Formula is
By BYJU'S Exam Prep
Updated on: September 25th, 2023
The centrifugal pump discharge formula is
- Q = π.D.B.Vf
- Q = 2π.D.B.Vf
- Q = π/4.D.B.Vf
- Q = π/4.D2.B.Vf
Choose the correct answer from the given options and also provide a detailed solution to the answer.
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Answer: Option A
The centrifugal pump discharge formula is Q = π.D.B.Vf
Solution:
The discharge of a centrifugal pump is the product of the flow area of the pump and flow velocity. It is given as;
Q = Flow area at inlet x flow velocity at inlet = Flow area at outlet x flow velocity at the outlet
Q = A1.Vf1=A2.Vf2
Q = π.D1.B1.Vf1=.D2.B2.Vf2
Where;
- D1 and D2 = Diameter of the impeller at inlet and outlet.
- B1 and B2 = Width of the impeller at inlet and outlet
- Vf1 and Vf2 = Flow velocity and inlet and outlet.
Hence, the centrifugal pump discharge formula is Q = π.D.B.Vf