Pressure tests are performed during tightness tests of pipe systems - heating, water, oil, solar systems, construction of boilers and pressure vessels. What pumps are used to perform these tests? Welcome to the entry.
What is a pressure test?
The pressure test is intended to check the tightness of installation pipes. It should be performed immediately after installation, in accordance with the pipe manufacturer's recommendations, and the result recorded in the construction log. During the test, the medium is flowed through the installation under appropriately increased pressure - most often approx. 1.5 times higher than the working pressure. The tightness test of the installation is most often carried out by the contractor, but by choosing an external company specializing in carrying out this type of activities, you can be sure that it will be carried out reliably. Performing a tightness test protects against unpleasant events, such as leaks or cracks in the installation.
What pumps are used during pressure tests?
Pressure tests of the installation are performed using test pumps. Dambat's offer includes high quality products IBO pressure test pumps manually controlled – PR50 and electrically – PR Auto. Hand pump offers working pressure 5 MPa, 50 bar, 50 kg/cm². It is also equipped with a tank with a capacity of 12 L. The greatest advantages of hand pumps are small dimensions, ease of use and low price. The electrically controlled pump, although more expensive and heavier than a manual one, provides greater comfort of use. It also has better technical parameters. In this case, we can count on the working pressure 6 MPa, 60 bar, 60 kg/cm² and efficiency of 174 L/min.
The pressure test pumps offered by Dambat fulfill their function perfectly. It is characterized by them high pressing efficiency, which is realized by a long feed, and the possibility precise pressure setting, which is provided by a short feed. They are therefore an excellent choice for installers, construction companies and companies specializing in installation tightness tests.
