General Service Pump
medium
Multi-purpose pump for tank cleaning, deck wash, etc.
8000h
Service Interval
20 yr
Typical Lifetime
Typical Manufacturers
IMO
Shinko
Azcue
Known Models (3)
Azcue AN 50-250
50 m3/h
· 11.0 kW
· Seawater/Freshwater
Common Failures:
- • Corrosion
- • Seal failure
- • Cavitation
Service: Can handle various media; flush after seawater use if switching to FW.
Spares: Azcue: Ersatzteile per Hersteller-Ersatzteilliste. Mechanische Dichtungen und Laufräder an Bord vorhalten. Lead time: 2-6 Wochen je nach Hersteller.
IMO ACE 032K3 NVBP
60 m3/h
· 15.0 kW
· Seawater/Freshwater
Common Failures:
- • Seal wear
- • Impeller erosion
- • Coupling misalignment
Service: Versatile centrifugal; can serve as backup bilge/ballast.
Spares: IMO: Ersatzteile per Hersteller-Ersatzteilliste. Mechanische Dichtungen und Laufräder an Bord vorhalten. Lead time: 2-6 Wochen je nach Hersteller.
Shinko GVD 250M
80 m3/h
· 18.5 kW
· Seawater/Freshwater
· Centrifugal Pump
Common Failures:
- • Mechanical seal leak
- • Impeller pitting
- • Bearing noise
Service: Dual-purpose pump; ensure correct valve lineup before starting.
Spares: Shinko: Ersatzteile per Hersteller-Ersatzteilliste. Mechanische Dichtungen und Laufräder an Bord vorhalten. Lead time: 2-6 Wochen je nach Hersteller.
✔ Pros
- • Versatile for multiple applications on a vessel
- • Reliable performance in general service duties
- • Compact design for efficient space utilization
⚠ Cons
- • Prone to mechanical seal leaks if not properly maintained
- • Impeller pitting can occur under abrasive conditions
- • Bearing noise may indicate wear, requiring timely intervention
Typical Vessels:
TankerContainerBulk CarrierGeneral Cargo
Decision Guide: Choose if you need a versatile pump for general service duties and are prepared for regular maintenance. Avoid if you prioritize a pump with a proven track record of minimal mechanical seal issues.
Use Cases: Typically deployed in engine rooms, cargo pumps, and other areas requiring reliable fluid transfer. Often used in applications where space is limited and the pump must serve multiple purposes.