API 674 Standards for Reciprocating Injection Pump
API 674 Standards for Reciprocating Injection Pump
April 16, 2026
In the oil and gas and petrochemical industries, reciprocating pumps are critical equipment, and their reliable operation is of the utmost importance. To this end, the American Petroleum Institute (API) has established the API 674 standard to ensure the safe, stable, and efficient operation of reciprocating injection pumps in these industrial sectors.
1. What is the API 674 Standard?
The full title of the API 674 standard is “Positive Displacement Pumps - Reciprocating” It is a comprehensive industry standard covering the design and manufacture of reciprocating injection pumps.
2. API 674 Technical Requirements
Specify rated values and tolerance ranges for flow rate, pressure, power, and other parameters to ensure the pump delivers a stable flow rate and pressure of the medium; establish requirements for the structural design, dimensional calculations, and strength verification of core components such as the crankcase and crankshaft; Based on the characteristics of the pumped medium, the standard specifies materials for flow-passing, sealing, and pressure-bearing components, requiring them to possess good workability and durability; it strictly defines the structural design, sealing material, installation requirements, and leakage limits for dynamic and static seals in the sealing system to prevent medium leakage.
3. Why Choose Reciprocating Pumps?
Reciprocating pumps offer exceptional pressure characteristics, delivering high pressure with stable output. Their flow rate is adjustable with high precision, meeting the lubrication requirements of various operating conditions. They are highly adaptable to different media, capable of reliably delivering high-viscosity fluids or those containing small amounts of impurities, and are minimally affected by changes in fluid viscosity. With a simple design and highly interchangeable components, reciprocating pumps are easy to maintain, robust, and durable, ensuring reliable operation while reducing failure rates and maintenance costs.
As a professional developer and manufacturer of reciprocating pumps, Elephant Machinery not only offers products that comply with the API 674 standard but also provides customized solutions. From triplex, quintuplex, to septuplex pumps, we meet the requirements of various operating conditions, and can also equip them with an intelligent pump station system.
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