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Reciprocating Positive Displacement Pumps

Learning Objectives
- Describe the operating characteristics of piston and plunger reciprocating pumps
- Identify the difference between single-acting and double-acting reciprocating positive displacement pumps
- Discuss the operation of each of the following types of reciprocating pump configurations:
- Simplex
- Duplex
- Multiplex
- Describe the basic operating characteristics of a reciprocating diaphragm pump
Available in English
50 Minutes
When you complete this lesson, you will be able to describe the design and function of commonly used Reciprocating Positive Displacement pumps.
