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| What is the equation for Friction Loss (FL)? |
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Definition
FL=C(Q/100)2(L/100)
Friction Loss (FL)=Coefficient (C) X Quantity/100 (Q/100)2 X Length/100 (L/100)
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| What is the equation for Gallons Per Minute (GPM)? |
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Definition
29.7(d2)(√NP)
29.7 X Diameter2 X √ of Nozzle Pressure |
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| What is the equation for Elevation Pressure (EP) lost? |
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Definition
EP=0.5(H)
EP=±5 psi(Floors-1)
Elevation Pressure (EP)
Height (H) |
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| What is the equation for Total Pressure Lost (TPL)? |
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Definition
TPL=FL + EP
Total Pressure Lost= Friction Loss + Elevation Pressure |
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| What is the equation for the Pump Discharge Pressure (PDP)? |
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Definition
PDP=NP + TPL
Pump Discharge Pressure (PDP)=Nozzle Pressure (NP) + Total Pressure Lost (TPL) |
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