Goulds Pumps VIT - IOM - Manual (Page 14)

Product Description
General description
The Model VIT pump is a vertical, industrial, turbine-type pump designed to meet a wide range of
applications.
This pump has these capabilities:
• Capacities up to 70,000 gpm (15,900 m3/h)
• Heads up to 4,500 ft. (1,372 m)
• Power up to 5,000 hp (3,730 kW)
Bowl assembly
The bowl construction is flanged for accurate alignment and ease of assembly and disassembly. Impellers
are either open or enclosed, depending on the design requirements. For temperatures over 180°F (82°C)
and in the larger size bowls, impellers are keyed to the shaft. Low NPSH first-stage impellers are available
for special applications.
Column
Flanged column construction provides positive shaft and bearing alignment, and also eases assembly and
disassembly. The lineshaft is supported within the column with the use of bearing retainers that are spaced
to provide vibration-free operation and to ensure long bearing and shaft wear.
Discharge head
The discharge head is designed to support the pump and to align the driver to the pump. Driver support
windows provide access to seal piping and allow for easy adjustment of seals and couplings.
Thrust pot
A thrust pot is an option that is used when the driver is not designed to carry the axial pump thrust.
Drivers
Solid shaft drivers are used with most industrial applications. The rigidity of the rotor enhances vibration-
free operation when mechanical seals are used.
You can use hollow shaft drivers in applications that specify packing or an enclosed lineshaft.
Nameplate information
Important information for ordering
Every pump has a nameplate that provides information about the pump. The nameplate is located on the
discharge head.
When you order spare parts, identify this pump information:
• Model
• Size
• Serial number
• Item numbers of the required parts
Item numbers can be found in the spare parts list.
Nameplate types
Nameplate Description
Pump Provides information about the hydraulic characteristics of the pump.
ATEX If applicable, your pump unit might have an ATEX nameplate affixed to the pump, the
baseplate, or the discharge head. The nameplate provides information about the ATEX
specifications of this pump.
Product Description
12 Model VIT Installation, Operation, and Maintenance