This guide provides maintenance and troubleshooting information for MOYNO progressing cavity pumps, covering geometry, wear, temperature, and viscosity effects.
About this manual
The manual explains the geometry of progressing cavity pumps, describing the rotor and stator design, cavity formation, and how these affect flow. It also outlines the three major application variables—abrasion, temperature, and viscosity—and their impact on pump performance.
Detailed sections cover failure analysis cases, recommended operating limits, and maintenance practices such as speed restrictions, pressure safeguards, and material selections for high‑temperature or abrasive service conditions.
What's inside
- Progressing Cavity Pump Geometry
- Rotor Geometry
- Stator Geometry
- Cavities
- Application Variables
- Abrasive Characteristic Fluids
- Effects of Temperature
- Viscosity Effects
- Failure Analysis Cases
Specifications
| Maximum design speed | 419 rpm |
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| Maximum speed with VFD | 544 rpm (78 Hz) |
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| Pressure safety shut‑off | 80 psi |
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| Stator elastomer temperature range | 70 °C to 130 °C (swells) |
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| CPS to RPM relationship | 1000 CPS = 150 RPM |
Frequently asked questions
What is the maximum design speed of the pump?
The pump’s maximum design speed is 419 rpm.
At what pressure does the safety switch shut off?
The high‑pressure safeguard is set to shut off at 80 psi.
How does temperature affect the stator elastomer?
Stator elastomers swell between 70 °C and 130 °C and shrink below 50 °C, changing the rotor‑stator fit.
What rotor sizing adjustment is needed for temperatures above 130 °C?
The rotor should be undersized for temperatures above 130 °C to maintain proper fit.