Enter your flow rate and velocity into the calculator to determine your pipe size.
Pipe Sizing Calculation Formula
The following formula is used to calculate the pipe size based on the flow rate and velocity.
Pipe Size (inches) = sqrt((Flow Rate (GPM) * 4) / (π * Velocity (ft/s)))
Variables:
- Pipe Size is the internal diameter of the pipe (inches)
- Flow Rate is the volume of fluid that passes through the pipe per unit time (GPM)
- Velocity is the speed at which the fluid flows through the pipe (ft/s)
To calculate the pipe size, divide the flow rate by the velocity, multiply by 4, divide by π, and then take the square root of the result.
What is Pipe Sizing Calculation?
Pipe sizing calculation refers to the process of determining the appropriate diameter of a pipe to ensure optimal fluid flow. This involves understanding the flow rate, velocity, and other physical properties of the fluid being transported. Proper pipe sizing ensures efficient fluid delivery, minimizes energy loss, and reduces the risk of pipe damage.
How to Calculate Pipe Size?
The following steps outline how to calculate the pipe size using the given formula.
- First, determine your flow rate in gallons per minute (GPM).
- Next, determine the velocity of the fluid in feet per second (ft/s).
- Use the formula from above: Pipe Size (inches) = sqrt((Flow Rate (GPM) * 4) / (π * Velocity (ft/s))).
- Finally, calculate the pipe size by plugging in the values.
- After inserting the variables and calculating the result,