Reference profile
- Designation
- ASME B73.1
- Title
- Horizontal End-Suction Centrifugal Pumps for Chemical Process
- Issuing body
- ASME
- Current edition
- [verify]
- Status
- Library record: reviewed; official standard status [verify].
- Category
- Rotating Equipment
1
Overview
Dimensional and design standard for horizontal end-suction ANSI chemical-process pumps for interchangeability.
2
Scope & Applicability
Covers
- Dimensional interchangeability
- Seal chamber dimensions
- Baseplate
- Materials
Does NOT cover (exclusions)
- Exclusions are not documented in this library record. Confirm the official publication, neighbouring codes, the adopted edition, and jurisdictional boundaries before application.
3
Key Requirements
Lifecycle requirements
- ANSI process pump selection
- Interchangeable chemical pumps
4
Technical Details
Dimensional and design standard for horizontal end-suction ANSI chemical-process pumps for interchangeability.
Components: Casing, Impeller, Baseplate, Seal chamber.
Where to find it in the codeRefer to the official table of contents and the sections cited by the project specification; section numbering can vary by edition.
5
Engineering Notes
- ANSI B73 pumps are dimensionally interchangeable; commonly used where API 610 is not mandated.
6
Related Standards
- ASME B73.2
Companion or referenced standard; verify its exact relationship in the adopted edition.
- API 610
Companion or referenced standard; verify its exact relationship in the adopted edition.
- ISO 2858
Companion or referenced standard; verify its exact relationship in the adopted edition.
7
Source, Edition & Status
- Publisher
- ASME
- Edition Year
- N/A
- Industries
- Chemical, Petrochemical
- Content Status
- reviewed
- Last Reviewed
- 2026-07-01
- Last Updated
- 2026-07-01
- Verified By
- Engineering Reviewer
- Official Link
- N/A
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