However pipe and tubing are not the same materials! Pipe was originally used for the movement of water, and therefore the ID (inside diameter) was the critical dimension. The nominal dimension for pipe is the ID. So, 1½ inch pipe is NOT 1½ inch outside diameter, but instead is ...
System Capacity Planning:Engineers must calculate the required flow rate to meet system demands, such as HVAC systems or water supply networks. Selection of Pump and Components:Accurate flow rate calculation is crucial for selecting the right pump and sizing the piping and other components. Energy E...
Proper utilization of steam helps in saving in the input cost of water and coal. Saving of each kg of steam is directly proportional to the saving of some percentage of water, coal and electricity. We can calculate steam consumption during both start-up and normal operation. The details are ...
While you can use a component object to model the effect of an orifice in a system, if you already know the flow rate and pressure drop characteristics of the orifice for a range of flow rates, there is no automatic reverse procedure to calculate the size of the orifice in Pipe Flow Exp...
Accurate sizing, material compatibility, proper installation, regular maintenance and performance monitoring will optimize overall system performance. September 2, 2024 John Gregory Discover the critical role pressure-sustaining control valves play in maintaining stable pressure levels in water distribution and...
There are many tools available to help you with compressed air pipe sizing. You can calculate your pipe size requirements using a formula. You can also find tables online that show the CFM ratings of compressed air through traditional pipe based on PSI and distance. ...
By using a slip fitting in the sump (without glue), you’ll be able to remove the intake screen for cleaning or point the elbow down toward the base of the sump. The water pump can be hard-piped into the bulkhead with PVC pipe or flexible tubing and hose barbs. You can glue the...
Properly sizing an air receiver tank for custom stationary applications is complex and should be done by a qualified engineer. These air receiver tanks need to be sized according to the volume and pressure variations in air consumption (i.e., demand), air compressor size, pipe or hose size ...
To estimate the leakage in your compressed air system, take measurements that determine the time it takes for the compressor to load and unload. Air leaks will make the compressor cycle on and off because of pressure drops caused by leaks. Calculate the percentage of total leakage by using ...
Water creates pressure or resistance, at predictable rates, so we can calculate pump head as the differential pressure that a pump has to overcome in order to raise the water. Common units are feet of head and pounds per square inch. (A pump characteristic curve calculator might offer ...