Between Bearing Double Casing Multistage Pump (API 610 BB5)

Model: CFDS

The CENTFOS-CFDS API 610 BB5 is a between-bearing, radially split, double-casing multistage centrifugal pump designed for ultra-high pressure, high-temperature, and critical processes. Its double casing ensures mechanical stability, structural integrity, and precise alignment, delivering reliable, continuous performance in demanding industrial environments.

API 610 BB5 Pump

Introduction

The CENTFOS-CFDS, API 610 BB5 pump is a between-bearing, radially split, double-casing multistage centrifugal pump engineered in full compliance with the latest edition of API 610 for ultra-high pressure, high-temperature, and critical process services.

The BB5 design incorporates a double casing construction consisting of an inner pressure casing and an outer barrel casing. This configuration allows the pump to safely withstand extremely high pressures while maintaining mechanical stability, structural integrity, and alignment accuracy. BB5 pumps are specifically designed for applications where reliability, safety, and continuous duty operation are essential.

CENTFOS BB5 pumps combine advanced hydraulic engineering, heavy-duty construction, and precision manufacturing to ensure dependable performance in severe industrial environments.

Key Features
  • Designed according to API 610 (BB5 type)
  • Double casing barrel construction
  • Between-bearing multistage rotor
  • Designed for ultra-high-pressure service
  • Heavy-duty shaft design
  • Extremely low shaft deflection
  • Cartridge seal compatible
  • API 682 seal chamber
  • Replaceable wear rings
  • Balanced hydraulic thrust
  • Long bearing life
  • High efficiency hydraulic design
  • Suitable for continuous operation
  • VFD compatible
  • Designed for critical process duty
Technical Specifications
Parameter Range
Flow Rate Up to 2,500 m³/hr
Head Up to 3,500 m
Pressure Up to 500 bar
Temperature −46°C to +450°C
Speed 1,500 / 3,000 rpm
Stages Up to 18
Flange Rating ASME Class 900–4500
Seal Type Single / Dual Mechanical
Seal Plans API Plan 11 / 52 / 53 / 54
Mounting Horizontal Baseplate
Design Characteristics
Hydraulic Design
  • Multistage impeller system for ultra-high head
  • Optimized vane profiles for efficiency
  • Balanced hydraulic forces
  • Stable performance across full operating range
  • Low NPSHr first stage
  • Smooth hydraulic passages to minimize losses
Mechanical Design
  • Double casing barrel construction for pressure containment
  • Rotor supported by bearings at both ends
  • High stiffness rotor assembly
  • Heavy-duty shaft construction
  • Designed for extreme pressure conditions
  • Precision machining for alignment accuracy
  • Long bearing life (>25,000 hours L10)
Seal Chamber Design
  • API 682 compliant seal chamber
  • Cartridge seal compatible
  • Large bore seal housing
  • Designed for high pressure sealing systems
  • Suitable for hazardous fluids
  • Supports multiple seal plans
Maintenance Advantages
  • Outer barrel casing contains pressure loads
  • Internal components protected from deformation
  • Simplified internal cartridge assembly removal
  • Reduced maintenance downtime
  • Designed for long inspection intervals
  • High reliability service design
Construction & Materials
Component Standard Material
Outer Casing Forged alloy steel
Inner Casing ASTM A216 WCB / WCC
Impellers SS316 / CF8M
Shaft AISI 4140 / 410 SS
Wear Rings Stainless steel
Sleeve SS410 / SS316
Bearings SKF / FAG / Equivalent
Baseplate Fabricated steel (API type)
Fasteners High tensile alloy steel
Optional materials
  • Duplex stainless steel
  • Super duplex
  • Alloy 20
  • Monel
  • Hastelloy
  • Sour service alloys
Applications
CENTFOS-CFDS, BB5 pumps are widely used for:
  • Boiler feed water systems
  • High-pressure injection services
  • Refinery charge pumps
  • Pipeline transmission
  • Petrochemical processing
  • Offshore platforms
  • LNG / LPG plants
  • Power generation plants
  • Water injection systems
  • Desalination high-pressure applications
Advantages
  • Ultra-high head capability
  • Designed for extreme pressure service
  • Exceptional mechanical strength
  • Long operating life
  • Low vibration operation
  • API-compliant heavy-duty construction
  • Reliable in severe duty environments
  • Ideal for critical process applications