Start with measured tank capacity, then screen water-pipe velocity, friction loss, total dynamic head, hydraulic duty, and annual transfer-pumping cost.
Use as a checklist, not an automated design workflow. Complete and verify each calculation independently. Only explicit carry-forward links move a compatible value; all other inputs remain your responsibility.
What this workflow covers
Start with measured tank capacity, then screen water-pipe velocity, friction loss, total dynamic head, hydraulic duty, and annual transfer-pumping cost.
This 7-step checklist is intended for mechanical engineer. Confirm each linked calculator's units, formula, assumptions and operating limits before using the result in a project decision.
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Sequence Execution
1
Rectangular Tank Volume & Capacity
Scope-limited calculation
Calculate full and filled capacity for a rectangular tank from internal dimensions and fill percentage.
WORKFLOW INSTRUCTION:Calculate geometric full and filled capacity from measured internal tank dimensions; verify freeboard and usable volume separately.
2
Pipe Velocity & Diameter Sizing
Size pipe internal diameter or calculate fluid velocity based on volumetric flow rate.
WORKFLOW INSTRUCTION:Check the transfer flow and proposed water-pipe diameter against the resulting velocity.
3
Reynolds Number Calculator
Determine flow regime (Laminar, Transition, Turbulent) in circular pipes.
WORKFLOW INSTRUCTION:Confirm the water-flow regime and preserve the density and viscosity assumptions used for pressure loss.
4
Pipe Pressure Loss Calculator
Scope-limited calculation
Calculate water head loss and friction pressure drop in straight pipe runs using the Darcy-Weisbach equation. This screen is water-only; do not use it for slurry or compressible-gas service.
WORKFLOW INSTRUCTION:Estimate straight-run water friction loss, then add fittings, valves, strainers, and equipment losses outside this screen.
5
Static & Total Dynamic Head (TDH)
Calculate Total Dynamic Head required for pump selection from static lift, friction loss, and discharge pressure.
WORKFLOW INSTRUCTION:Combine tank levels, discharge pressure, and friction losses into planning-level total dynamic head.
6
Pump Hydraulic Power Calculator
Calculate fluid hydraulic power (absorbed power) delivered to liquid by a centrifugal or positive displacement pump.
WORKFLOW INSTRUCTION:Calculate ideal hydraulic power from transfer flow, head, and liquid specific gravity.
7
Pump Operating Energy Cost Calculator
Scope-limited calculation
Calculate annual electrical energy consumption (kWh) and operating cost ($/year) for pumping systems.
WORKFLOW INSTRUCTION:Estimate annual pumping energy cost from absorbed motor power, operating hours, and tariff; validate actual duty cycling before decisions.