Question 394General Subjects - Assistant Engineer70% to pass
Item "B" in the pump illustration is the _______________. Illustration GS-0129
AI Explanation
The correct answer is D) packing gland.
The packing gland is the component labeled as item "B" in the pump illustration GS-0129. The packing gland is responsible for creating a seal around the pump shaft, preventing leakage from the pump. This is a critical component for the proper and safe operation of the pump.
The other answer choices are incorrect because: A) the wearing ring is a separate component, C) the shaft sleeve is also a different component, and B) the stuffing box is a different part of the pump assembly.
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