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Water Supply Pipe Size Calculation determines the appropriate pipe diameter required to transport a specific flow rate of water at a given velocity. This calculation is essential for designing efficient and cost-effective water distribution systems.
The calculator uses the pipe diameter formula:
Where:
Explanation: This formula calculates the minimum pipe diameter needed to maintain the desired flow rate while keeping water velocity within acceptable limits to prevent pressure loss and pipe damage.
Details: Proper pipe sizing is crucial for ensuring adequate water pressure, minimizing energy costs, preventing water hammer, and maintaining system efficiency in residential, commercial, and industrial water supply systems.
Tips: Enter flow rate in m³/s and velocity in m/s. Typical water velocities range from 0.6-3 m/s for most applications. All values must be positive numbers greater than zero.
Q1: What Is The Recommended Water Velocity In Pipes?
A: For most applications, water velocity should be between 0.6-3 m/s. Lower velocities reduce friction loss, while higher velocities may cause erosion and noise.
Q2: How Do I Convert Flow Rate From L/s To M³/s?
A: Multiply liters per second by 0.001 to get cubic meters per second (1 L/s = 0.001 m³/s).
Q3: What Factors Affect Pipe Size Selection?
A: Flow rate, velocity, pipe material, pressure requirements, friction losses, future demand, and local building codes all influence pipe size selection.
Q4: Can This Calculator Be Used For Other Fluids?
A: While the formula is universal, different fluids may require adjustments for viscosity and density considerations not accounted for in this basic calculation.
Q5: What Are Common Pipe Sizes In Practice?
A: Common pipe diameters range from 15mm (½ inch) for small residential lines to 300mm (12 inches) or larger for main distribution lines.