浅析低温盐水输送泵机械密封失效原因及改进措施

Mechanisms and Mitigation Measures of Mechanical Seal Failure for Low-Temperature Brine Transfer Pumps

  • 摘要: 针对低温冷冻盐水装置,因盐水输送泵的双端面机械密封不适应设备工况,导致密封频繁失效的问题,文中对失效的机械密封进行解体分析,并进行改进,将双端面机械密封更换为集装式单端面密封,有效隔离23%氯化钙溶液的腐蚀。摩擦副材质升级为耐低温耐腐蚀的硬质合金-碳石墨,冷却系统管径由DN15增至DN20,冲洗方式由PLAN14改为PLAN11自冲洗模式。通过集装式单端面密封的现场应用对其性能进行验证。改进后的机械密封运行稳定,静环与动环形成精密的密封端面;弹簧组件提供稳定的端面压力;冷却系统有效带走摩擦热量并清除杂质。通过合理设计与严格维护,机械密封实现长周期“零泄漏”运行,提高了生产可靠性。

     

    Abstract: For low-temperature brine refrigeration systems, the double-end mechanical seals in brine transfer pumps were frequent failures due to incompatibility with operational conditions. This paper introduces the failure analysis of the seals and details modification measures. The double-end mechanical seal was replaced with the cartridge-type single-end seal, effectively isolating the corrosive 23% calcium chloride solution. The seal face materials were upgraded to the low-temperature and corrosion-resistant Cemented Carbide-Carbon Graphite. The diameter of the cooling system piping was increased from DN15 to DN20, and the flushing scheme was switched from PLAN 14 to self-flushing PLAN 11. The performance of the cartridge-type single-end mechanical seal was verified through field application. The improved mechanical seal operated with high stability, wherein the stationary and rotating rings formed the precise sealing interface. The spring assembly afforded enough face pressure, and the cooling system effectively dissipated frictional heat and removed impurities. Through optimal design and rigorous maintenance, the mechanical seal achieved long-term zero-leakage operation, significantly enhancing production reliability.

     

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