Industrial pumps are highly used behind the scenes to smoothen many processes. These pumps are required to shift air, gases, and liquids in many sectors like manufacturing, energy, oil & gas, and more. We will talk about one such industrial pump called a hydrostatic test pump, also known as a hydro test pump.
A hydrostatic test pump is used for discovering leaks or flaws in casting components of pressure valves, boilers, tubes, pipelines, and cylinders. The pump's pressure is increased at a specific time to detect the flaws.
The hydro test pumps consist of these components.
- A pump
- A power source
- A gauge
- Pump hoses and electrical cords
- A pressure regulator
Let’s understand how all these components of a hydrostatic test pump work together.
First and foremost, you must choose the right electrical cords and the liquid levels before starting the pump. You may use one of the three power sources, plug-in electric, battery power or gas. You must adhere to the manufacturer's voltage, phase, and hertz specified. You should also check whether all the pump’s parts have enough oil and other required fluids.
Furthermore, you should remove the air from the hydrotesting pump and fill it up with water completely so that you can use the pump for testing. Alternatively, you can also use high-pressure water sources.
Next, you can connect the hoses to the pump. But not the output end of the hose if you are using a high-pressure water source. First, let the water flow, close the valve and then connect the output end of the hose.
Now is the time to start the hydrotest machine for testing. Once you have checked the list of preparation tasks, you can turn on the machine. You must close the valve and adjust the pressure regulator to the desired level. You need to wait until the pump’s gauge reaches the required pressure before reopening the outlet valve.
At this moment, you need to monitor the supply-side gauge to measure the pressure inside the plumbing system and check for any leaks or flows. When you have completed the test, you can stop the pump.
To stop the pump, first, you must close the outlet valve and turn off the hydro test pump. Next, unplug the power, if applicable.
In final words, a hydro testing machine is required in many industries, and here we discussed how exactly this machine works. Lastly, you must always read the manual provided by the manufacturer for a better understanding of the pump's working.
