Force Main Sizing

Calculate force main diameter and head loss.

Rate of fluid movement through the system.
GPM
Linear measurement in the specified unit.
ft
Multiplier used in the calculation.
Rate of movement or motion.
ft/s

Results

Pipe Diameter:
Calculated pipe diameter based on your inputs.
-in
Actual Velocity:
Calculated speed or velocity.
-ft/s
Friction Head Loss:
Calculated friction head loss based on your inputs.
-ft
Reference: AWWA/EPA Standards. Force main hydraulics.