Pipe Sizing Calculator
Size pipes based on flow rate and velocity limits
Design Parameters
Recommended Velocities:
β’ Supply Mains: 4-8 ft/s
β’ Branch Lines: 4-6 ft/s
β’ Suction Lines: 4-6 ft/s
β’ Discharge Lines: 6-12 ft/s
Pipe Size Results
Recommended Pipe Size
3"
ID: 2.981"
Size Calculation
Min. Diameter:2.021"Min. Area:3.208 sq inActual Area:6.979 sq in
Flow Properties
Actual Velocity:2.30 ft/sFlow Rate:50.0 GPMReynolds No.:46917Flow Regime:Turbulent
Velocity Assessment
Low (Quiet)
Friction Loss
0.33 ft/100ft
Sizing Formula:
D = sqrt((4 Γ Q) / (Ο Γ V))
Where Q = flow rate, V = velocity