Gipfel Engineering

Coupled Type

Description 

The AS-1160 Split Casing Pump is a heavy-duty centrifugal pump concept designed for high-flow, continuous-duty liquid transfer where efficiency, service accessibility, and mechanical stability are critical. The horizontally split casing arrangement allows the upper casing half to be removed for internal inspection and maintenance without disturbing major pipework, while double-suction hydraulic geometry is commonly used in split-case designs to reduce axial thrust and improve bearing and seal life. Split-case pump manufacturers commonly position this design for water supply, HVAC, district cooling, irrigation, and industrial utility duties. 

 

For target applications, the AS-1160 should be positioned for municipal water distribution, chilled/condenser water circulation, fire-fighting systems, irrigation pumping stations, power-plant service water, petrochemical utility water, cooling-water recirculation, and general industrial transfer. Split-case pumps are used for public water supply, air-conditioning/heating systems, district heating/cooling, irrigation, fire-fighting, power stations, shipbuilding, petrochemical service, and clean/service-water handling. 

 

Technical Key Features 

  • Rigid bearing support arrangement for stable shaft operation under sustained industrial duty. 
  • Double-suction impeller configuration reduces axial hydraulic load and supports smoother operation. 
  • Renewable wear components, such as wear rings and shaft sleeves, support long-term maintainability. 
  • Service-friendly construction enables internal access without full pump removal from the piping system. 
  • High-flow centrifugal hydraulic layout suitable for continuous water transfer and utility circulation duties. 
  • Horizontally split casing design for rapid inspection of impeller, wear rings, shaft sleeves, and sealing area. 
  • Multiple sealing options, including gland packing, component mechanical seal, or cartridge mechanical seal. 

 

Service Overview 

Parameter  Value 
Equipment  Horizontal split casing centrifugal pump 
Fluid  Clean water, raw water, treated water, chilled water, condenser water, service water, cooling water 
Service Nature  High-flow, low-to-medium head, continuous utility and transfer service 
Operating Mode  Continuous / standby / duty-assist operation in pump stations, HVAC plants, and industrial utilities 

 

 

Specifications 

Item  Min  Max  Typical / Notes 
Size  On request  On request  Selected against the required flow, head, and duty point 
Pressure  On request  On request  Selected against the required flow, head, and duty point 
Temp  On request  On request  Selected against the required flow, head, and duty point 
Speed  On request  On request  Selected against the required flow, head, and duty point 

 

 

 

Materials 

Component  Standard Material  Optional Material  Comment 
Casing  Cast Iron / Ductile Iron  Cast Steel, SS 304, SS 316, Duplex SS  Select based on pressure, corrosion, and water chemistry 
Impeller  Bronze / Cast Iron  SS 304, SS 316, Duplex SS  Double-suction impeller preferred for axial thrust balance 
Shaft  SS 410 / SS 420  SS 304, SS 316, Duplex SS  Shaft material to match corrosion and strength requirements 
Wear Rings  Bronze / Stainless Steel  Duplex SS / Hardened SS  Renewable design recommended for lifecycle efficiency 
Shaft Sealing  Gland Packing  Mechanical Seal / Cartridge Seal  Mechanical seal recommended for leakage-controlled service 
Bearings  Anti-friction Bearings  Heavy-duty grease/oil lubricated arrangement  Selection depends on duty, speed, and bearing-life requirement 

 

Applications 

  • District cooling and district heating plants. 
  • Industrial cooling-water and service-water transfer. 
  • Irrigation, drainage, and raw-water intake pumping. 
  • Municipal water supply and distribution pumping stations. 
  • Power plant utility water, cooling water, and auxiliary circulation. 
  • Petrochemical, refinery, fertilizer, paper, sugar, and textile plant utilities. 
  • HVAC chilled-water, condenser-water, and hot-water circulation systems. 
  • Fire-fighting pump systems for sprinkler, hydrant, and standpipe networks. 

 

Operating Limits 

Parameter  Value 
Pressure  On request 
Temp  On request 
Speed  On request 
Size Range  On request