How big of an inlet do I need for a cat pump?
Use of restrictive plumbing (i.e., small diameter plumbing, elbows) at the pump inlet can cause a loss of flow on the suction side of the pump causing pump cavitation. Inlet plumbing should be a minimum of one size larger than the pump inlet fitting (i.e., ¾” inlet fitting requires a 1” flexible reinforced hose for suction feed applications).
Why are inlet seals worn on cat pumps?
Inlet pressure reducing valves can be sized to reduce incoming water supply pressures if necessary. Excessive inlet pressure will cause premature wear of inlet manifold seals. A pump with worn inlet seals can draw air into the pump during priming causing cavitation and downstream pulsation under suction conditions.
What causes cavitation in a cat pump inlet?
Improper supply to the pump will cause cavitation. Cavitation is the formation and collapse of gaseous pockets (cavities) in a liquid. Cavitation occurs when a lack of liquid to the inlet causes vaporization in the low pressure chamber of the pump.
Use of restrictive plumbing (i.e., small diameter plumbing, elbows) at the pump inlet can cause a loss of flow on the suction side of the pump causing pump cavitation. Inlet plumbing should be a minimum of one size larger than the pump inlet fitting (i.e., ¾” inlet fitting requires a 1” flexible reinforced hose for suction feed applications).
What’s the difference between axle back exhaust and cat back exhaust?
They differ from a cat-back because they bolt up behind the mufflers. An axle-back exhaust is essentially the muffler, and begins at the rear axle and runs out the back of your Mustang. Axle-backs are the last part of your exhaust system and have a large effect on how your Mustang sounds.
Inlet pressure reducing valves can be sized to reduce incoming water supply pressures if necessary. Excessive inlet pressure will cause premature wear of inlet manifold seals. A pump with worn inlet seals can draw air into the pump during priming causing cavitation and downstream pulsation under suction conditions.
Improper supply to the pump will cause cavitation. Cavitation is the formation and collapse of gaseous pockets (cavities) in a liquid. Cavitation occurs when a lack of liquid to the inlet causes vaporization in the low pressure chamber of the pump.