How to Choose the Proper Coupling for Your Pump

In the coupling industry, the STAMP acronym is used on a daily basis to determine the best hose or coupling for an application.

SIZE:

What is the minimum outside diameter required for the pump to operate efficiently? Properly sized couplings prevent pump cavitation and increased temperatures under high workloads.

TEMPERATURE:

What is the maximum operating temperature? Coupling materials can degrade under extreme pressures. Always make sure to pair the right coupling to the maximum operating temperature of the system.

APPLICATION:

What application will the coupling will be installed in? Will the coupling system need to be detachable? Is there a high level of vibration or pressure impulse that may cause the coupling to wear out prematurely?

MEDIA:

What type of fluid will the coupling be exposed to? Certain volatile chemicals can cause complete failure of a coupling system in a very short amount of time. Always make sure to verify the media being transferred with the manufacturer’s chemical compatibility chart.

PRESSURE:

What is the maximum pressure of the system? While most industrial coupling systems operate in a low pressure environment, pressure is still very important. Always verify what the maximum system operating pressure is before selecting a coupling.