The industrial model of the "Kobe" recip pump was introduced in 1951. It's unique vertical plunger design features a special lapped, close tolerance metal-to-metal plunger and liner with a low pressure packing below. The "Kobe" pump is especially well suited for extreme pressure services up to 30,000 PSIG.
The "Kobe" pump offers offshore producers significant advantages, most notably a compact footprint. The plungers on the Kobe pump are vertical. And, the reducer is integral to the pump.
Click here to see a cutaway view of the Kobe Triplex pump
A Few of Its More Salient Features:
- Vertically integrated plungers
- Integral, single and double helical reduction
- Flange mounted motors
- Pressures to 30,000 PSIG
- Forced lubrication of cross head
- Leak containment with "scavenger" pump for return to supply
- Integral relief valve and discharge pressure gauge
- Lapped, metal-to-metal sealing or packing
