BF and BFD

Between Bearings, Axially Split

Multistage Pumps
ISO 13709/API 610 (BB1 and BB3)

Experience In Motion
BF and BFD
Between Bearings, Axially
Split Multistage Pumps

The BF and BFD are horizontal,

axially split case, multistage centrifugal
pumps adhering to ISO 13709/API 610 (BB1
and BB3) standards. Designed for medium to
high flows, high heads and maximum efficiency, the
single-suction BF and double-suction BFD are well
Cap Nuts are arranged on the top half casing
suited for pipeline, refinery and waterflood services.
parting flange, allowing easy casing removal for
Both configurations are available in 2, 3 and 4 stage rotor inspection and maintenance.
designs.
Shaft Sleeves are threaded against rotation and
locked against opposite rotation with a set screw.
Operating Parameters
Replaceable Casing and Impeller Wear Rings control
• Flows to 4300 m3/h (18 800 gpm) interstage leakage and provide hydraulic stability.
• Heads to 2130 m (6000 ft)
• Pressures to 230 bar (3335 psi) Complementary Pump Designs
• Temperatures to 200°C (400°F)
• DVSH ISO 13709/API 610 (BB1) axially split,
single-stage process pump
Features and Benefits
• UZDL ISO 13709/API 610 (BB1) axially split,
Suction and Discharge Nozzles are integrally cast with the two-stage process pump
lower casing, allowing disassembly and inspection of the • DMX ISO 13709/API 610 (BB3) axially split,
rotating assembly without disturbing the piping. multistage process pump
Double or Staggered Single Volute Design balances radial DVSH
loads on the shaft, minimizing shaft deflection.
Near-centerline Mounting of casing feet ensures optimal
alignment and performance when operating at elevated
temperatures.
Long-radius Crossovers minimize flow losses
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between stages, helping to enable high efficiencies.
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Bearing Designs to Suit Any Application Bearing Lubrication

The BF and BFD are offered with a variety of bearing Standard lubrication is via oil ring, which prolongs
arrangements to meet application requirements. bearing life by ensuring oil penetrates the bearings
without foaming. Force-feed lubrication is required for
• Standard-duty
tilting pad bearings.
–– Radial: Double-row, self-aligning ball bearing
–– Thrust: Double-row, angular-contact ball bearings
mounted back-to-back Back-to-Back Impeller Design
• Medium-duty Single-suction impellers (BF) are mounted back-to-back
–– Radial: Split sleeve, plain-surface bearings in pairs, providing balanced axial loads over the entire
–– Thrust: Double-row, angular-contact ball operating range. Locating rings and interference fits
bearings mounted back-to-back assure positive axial positioning. Double-suction
•  Heavy-duty impellers (BFD) may be furnished to lower NPSHR
–– Radial: Split sleeve, plain-surface bearings and minimize cavitation.
–– Thrust: Tilting pad thrust bearings

Range Chart

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Flowserve Corporation
5215 North O’Connor Blvd.
Suite 2300
Irving, Texas 75039-5421 USA
Telephone: +1 937 890 5839

Europe, Middle East, Africa

Flowserve Corporation
Parallelweg 13
4878 AH Etten-Leur
The Netherlands
Telephone: +31 76 502 8100

Latin America
Flowserve Corporation
Martín Rodriguez 4460
B1644CGN-Victoria-San Fernando
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Telephone: +54 11 4006 8700
Telefax: +54 11 4714 1610

Asia Pacific
Flowserve Pte. Ltd.
10 Tuas Loop
Singapore 637345
Telephone: +65 6771 0600
Telefax: +65 6862 2329

Bulletin PS-30-16 (E) April 2013. © 2013 Flowserve Corporation

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