Non-overloading (NOL) power and runout power for pumps can be confusing terms. NOL power refers to the maximum power input to a pump before it exceeds its rated capacity, which is determined by the specific pump and motor characteristics. Runout power is the power required to operate the pump at its furthest point along its performance curve to account for any operating point beyond its normal duty point as it "runs out" along the curve. Runout power does not necessarily guarantee non-overloading operation. Both terms should be clearly defined when used as pump characteristics can vary.
Non-overloading (NOL) power and runout power for pumps can be confusing terms. NOL power refers to the maximum power input to a pump before it exceeds its rated capacity, which is determined by the specific pump and motor characteristics. Runout power is the power required to operate the pump at its furthest point along its performance curve to account for any operating point beyond its normal duty point as it "runs out" along the curve. Runout power does not necessarily guarantee non-overloading operation. Both terms should be clearly defined when used as pump characteristics can vary.
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Non-overloading (NOL) power and runout power for pumps can be confusing terms. NOL power refers to the maximum power input to a pump before it exceeds its rated capacity, which is determined by the specific pump and motor characteristics. Runout power is the power required to operate the pump at its furthest point along its performance curve to account for any operating point beyond its normal duty point as it "runs out" along the curve. Runout power does not necessarily guarantee non-overloading operation. Both terms should be clearly defined when used as pump characteristics can vary.
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Sorry , I is still in confusion. where do we get non-oveloading power from pump curve normally ? not the runout piont ? as I know, non-overloading point is not same as runout point . pls help clarify . Artisi (Mechanical) 21 Sep 06 1:05 I would agree that NOL power and run out power are confusing terms and are best avoided, however they are used and you need to review the term each time it is used. So my thoughts as an explanation - not all pumps behave the same at the far right hand end of their curve. On some units the power input starts to droop as you reach the far right hand side of the curve - therefore you can nominate a NOL power(particular motor selection) for the pump which the pump cannot exceed. On other units the power curve shows an ever increasing rise - therefore you need to nominate a power (runout power)which will be sufficient to cover any point of operation beyond its selected duty point as it "runs out" along its curve. Runout power is an informed decision following a study of the pump system - it can be based on NPSHr, total head across the pump or a control system that will monitor potential over load or over capacity. "Runout" power to my thinking does not ensure NOL operation. Naresuan University Phitsanulok Thailand