Pump Head Calculator
Calculate the total dynamic head for your pump system. Determine pressure requirements based on flow rate, pipe size, elevation changes, and system configuration.
Step 1: System Parameters
Understanding Pump Head
Total Dynamic Head (TDH) = Static Head + Friction Head. Static head is the vertical height difference. Friction head accounts for resistance in pipes and fittings.
Step 2: System Configuration
About Friction Loss
Friction loss increases with higher flow rates, smaller pipe diameters, longer pipe lengths, and rougher pipe materials. Proper sizing minimizes energy consumption.
Pump Head Calculation Results
Total Dynamic Head
Pipe Size Comparison
| Pipe Size | Friction Head (ft) | Total Dynamic Head | Velocity (ft/s) |
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Head Components Breakdown
Total Dynamic Head Formula
TDH = Static Head + Friction Head
Static Head: Vertical height difference between source and destination. Friction Head: Resistance from pipe walls, calculated using Darcy-Weisbach or Hazen-Williams equations.
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