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SNH Series

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Specifications

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Pump Typescrew
Inspection

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Common issues

  • Reduced volumetric efficiency from worn screw sets or increased internal clearances
  • Mechanical seal leakage from wear, misalignment, or dry running
  • Bearing wear/noise from insufficient lubrication or misalignment
  • Cavitation from a blocked suction strainer or insufficient NPSH
  • Coupling misalignment causing vibration and premature bearing/seal wear
  • Overheating from running against a closed discharge or a malfunctioning relief valve

Inspection checklist

  • Check discharge pressure and flow against the pump curve/nameplate rating
  • Inspect the mechanical seal for leakage
  • Check coupling alignment
  • Inspect and clean the suction strainer
  • Verify relief valve setting and function
  • Check bearing temperature and vibration
  • Inspect screw set clearances at scheduled overhaul
  • Check noise level for cavitation or bearing distress indicators

Service intervals

Suction strainer cleaningper maker schedule or when differential pressure indicates fouling, typically monthly
Mechanical seal inspectionannually or at first sign of leakage
Coupling alignment checkannually or after any pump/motor removal
Relief valve function testannually
Screw set clearance inspection (overhaul)per maker interval, typically every 15,000-25,000 running hours - confirm against the maker's manual

Typical wear limits

Screw set radial clearancebauart-typical allowance is a small fraction of a millimetre and highly size-dependent - confirm against this pump's own maker tolerance table
Volumetric efficiency drop before overhaul considerationtypically flagged when output falls more than roughly 10-15% below the rated curve at rated pressure and speed - confirm against maker guidance

Ranges are typical for this design class. Always confirm against the manufacturer documentation for your serial number.

Critical spares

  • Mechanical seal kit
  • Screw set (power rotor and idler rotors) matching the fitted size
  • Bearing set
  • Coupling element/insert
  • Relief valve spring/seat kit
  • Gasket and O-ring set

Safety

  • Running against a closed valve without a functioning relief valve can cause overpressure or case rupture
  • Hot lube oil discharge - burn risk from seal or casing leaks
  • Rotating shaft/coupling guard must be in place before operation
  • Pressurized system - isolate and depressurize before opening the casing or seal housing

Class survey

Class surveys typically confirm relief valve function test records and, where the pump serves an essential service such as main engine lube oil, verify standby pump availability and changeover arrangements per the vessel's approved machinery arrangement.

Estimated lifetime: Triple-screw lube oil pumps of this type typically run 20,000-30,000+ hours between major overhauls given clean oil and proper alignment, with a long overall service life given periodic screw-set renewal

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