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Maximum pressure control

When the overall delivery rate of the pump exceeds a preset value, the relief valve opens to allow part of the discharged fluid to flow toward the suction side of the pump, thereby controlling the maximum pressure.

Fig 1: Identifying Maximum Pressure Control Components
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