1.1 This specification covers the requirements applicable to the design and construction of centrifugal pumps for shipboard application. The three classes of service covered by this specification are as follows:

1.1.1 Class 1—Freshwater,

1.1.2 Class 2—Seawater, and

1.1.3 Class 3—Hydrocarbon pumps (less than 1500 SSU).

1.2 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are provided for information purposes only.