The manufacturer will have the NPSHr for their pump. It will not include the acceleration head, this will be in the NPSHa equation. If you have access to a Cameron Hydraulic Databook it will have the equations you need.
I am having trouble finding direction on whether to use lock washers on the bowl studs for an API-610 VS6 pump. I have looked through the spec, but I am not finding any guidance. I have also searched manufacturer's IOMs and technical manuals and I do not see them used, but NOT directly called...
I am looking for information, book or website, to educate myself on pump applications in the oil and gas industry. I currently deal with diesel driven dewatering/bypass, electric, and hydraulic submersible pumps in the construction industry. I have a bachelors degree in mechanical engineering...
