Hydro Test Pump - Some basic features and ways to choose

by Sweta Shah HR Executive in Ambica Machine Tools

The hydro test pump is usually required for hydrostatic pressure testing. Hydrostatic pressure testing is carried out to test the hoses, pipes, cylinders, cross country pipelines, boilers, pressure vessels, castings, valves etc for defects or leaks. This is important to ensure that your pipes transferring gases, water or other fluids are safe for use. The hydrostatic line tester will ensure that even the smallest of defects in the form of a leak is detected. As you progress further through the article you will come to know more about its importance.

The hydro static test pumps can be used for testing repaired pipes and old systems as well. Please make sure that you are choosing the right kind of pump for testing to ensure that your pump functions for a longer period of time.

Therefore, make sure that you are exercising due discretion while choosing the supplier of the hydro test pump.

There are certain things that you should look out for, while zeroing in on the supplier. They are listed below:

If you are looking at the engine operated (not the hand driven ones) hydraulic test pumps, you must be on the lookout for the following features:

•    Spacious air chamber
•    Entirely confined drive mechanism
•    A precision gear box with high sustainability
•    Relief valve with self oiling system

Do not forget to check out the performance rang of the pump that you have settled for. Please ensure that you are thoroughly researching on the application of the pump provided by the supplier- meaning which appliances (viz, boilers, pipes, casting parts, etc) they will be able to test.

While zeroing on a supplier, you yourself should educate yourself on the workings of a hydro test pump. Know about the latest up gradations made in these pumps to ensure that the supplier is not able to fool you by claiming that the product offered by them are installed with the latest features.

For instance, some of the hydrostatic test pump is installed with a damper diaphragm that reduces the chances of busting. A bypass valve is often added to relieve the pressure while initiating the testing process.

Therefore make sure that you are picking up these points on a regular basis to ensure a full proof test for your pump. You may ask friends to chip in with due suggestions as far as a zeroing in on a reliable supplier is concerned.

Ambica Machine Tools is an Ahmedabad, india base ISO 9001:2008 Certified Company and its leading manufacturer of Hydro test pump and hydrostatic test pump in global market. For more info please call 07929292435 or visit http://www.ambicamachinetools.com.