Difference between centrifugal pump and reciprocating pump?

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Centrifugal pump uses rotational motion to transfer fluid, while reciprocating pump uses back-and-forth motion.

Centrifugal pump uses a rotating impeller to create a suction force and transfer fluid, while reciprocating pump uses a piston or diaphragm to displace fluid.
Centrifugal pumps are typically used for high flow rate, low-pressure applications like water circulation in HVAC systems, while reciprocating pumps are used for high-pressure applications like hydraulic systems.
Centrifugal pumps are generally more efficient and have lower maintenance requirements compared to reciprocating pumps.
Examples of centrifugal pumps include water pumps in buildings, while reciprocating pumps are used in oil and gas industries for high-pressure pumping.

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