Pressure Loss in Straight Liquid Lines Calculator

The Pressure Loss in Straight Liquid Lines Calculator is used to determine the pressure loss from friction in straight pipes or tubes that transport liquids. This calculator is suitable for very small piping or tubing, and can handle flow through small channels. It includes inlet and outlet losses, but cannot accommodate losses due to fittings and valves. For standard-sized pipes, use the Loss in Fluid Lines Calculator instead.
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Pipe/Tubing Inner Diameter (in):
Piping Material:
Flow Rate (gpm):
Viscosity (cP): (Typical Values)
Typical Viscosity Values
Gasoline @ 70F0.6 cP
SAE 30 Oil @ 70F300.0 cP
Water @ 70F1.0 cP
Specific Gravity: (Typical Values)
Typical Specific Gravity Values
Gasoline @ 70F0.750
SAE 30 Oil @ 70F0.898
Water @ 70F1.000
Temperature: (F)
Piping Length (ft):
Other Losses:
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