Head Loss Calculator
Calculate head loss in fluid flow systems. Understand how pipe diameter, length, flow rate, and fluid properties affect pressure drop and system performance.
Step 1: Pipe System Details
Understanding Head Loss
Head loss is the reduction in fluid pressure (head) as it flows through a pipe system due to friction and turbulence. It’s measured in feet or meters of fluid column.
Step 2: Fluid Properties & Fittings
About Pipe Roughness
Pipe roughness affects head loss significantly. Smooth pipes like PVC have less friction than rough pipes like old cast iron. Each material has a characteristic roughness value.
Head Loss Calculation Results
Total Head Loss
Pipe Material Comparison
| Pipe Material | Roughness | Head Loss | Velocity | Flow Type |
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Head Loss Analysis
Head Loss Formula
Darcy-Weisbach Equation: hf = f × (L/D) × (v²/2g)
Where: hf = head loss (ft), f = friction factor, L = pipe length (ft), D = pipe diameter (ft), v = flow velocity (ft/s), g = gravitational acceleration (32.2 ft/s²).
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