API Plan 51 Quench from Reservoir
API Plan 51 is a quench system for use on the atmospheric side of a single seal. This system acts as a dead-ended reservoir for a fluid.
Kit contents shown solid and include some optional components.
This plan:
- Prevents icing on the atmospheric side of the seal
- Is typically used on vertical pumps
Plan 51 is available as a kit of components ready for field assembly. Kit contents may include:
- Swagelok tube fittings
- V series 2-valve manifold
- 63 series ball valves
- PGI series gauges
- Swagelok pipe fittings
- Swagelok flange adapters
- Pressure transmitter
- Flange gasket
- Flange studs/nuts
- Buffer fluid reservoir
- Pipe nipple
See page 75 of the Mechanical Seal Support Systems Application Guide for additional details and ordering information. Contact your authorized Swagelok sales and service center for information on optional components.