An impeller blade is a component of an impeller, which is a rotating device designed to transfer energy from a motor to a fluid (liquid or gas), increasing its pressure and flow rate.
Functions:Convert rotational energy into fluid motion.
Increase pressure and velocity of the fluid.
Guide the fluid in a specific direction (axial, radial, or mixed).
Types of Impeller Blades:Open – No shroud; easy to clean, less efficient.
Semi-open – Partially covered; balances efficiency and cleaning.
Closed – Fully shrouded; most efficient, harder to clean.
Design Considerations:Blade angle and curvature – Controls flow direction and velocity.
Number of blades – Affects flow smoothness and efficiency.
Material – Depends on fluid type (corrosive, abrasive, etc.), e.g., stainless steel, bronze, plastic.
Thickness and strength – Must withstand centrifugal forces and pressure.