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Below is a detailed technical report based on industry standards (ASME B31.3, Darcy-Weisbach, pressure class ratings).
Sizing is the intersection of hydraulic requirements and economic optimization.
For straight pipe under internal pressure:
[ t = \fracP \cdot D2(SEW + PY) ]
Where:
After calculating ( t ), add:
Then select the nearest schedule number (Sch 10, 40, 80, etc.) such that the nominal wall thickness ≥ calculated.
Step 1: Gather data – fluid properties, flow rate, allowable ΔP, pipe length, fittings.
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Step 3: Calculate initial diameter.
Step 4: Select standard pipe size (NPS) and schedule.
Step 5: Compute actual velocity and Reynolds number.
Step 6: Calculate total ΔP (friction + minor + static).
Step 7: Compare with allowable ΔP. Adjust diameter if needed. Sizing is the intersection of hydraulic requirements and
Rule of thumb: For liquids, keep ΔP below 2 – 3 bar/100 m for economic pumping.
For straight pipe under internal pressure, the minimum required thickness ($t_m$) is calculated as:
$$ t_m = \fracP D2(SEW + PY) + A $$
Where:
Pipes are rarely sized based on pressure drop alone. They are initially sized based on Recommended Velocities. After calculating ( t ), add:
General Velocity Guidelines (Liquids):
General Velocity Guidelines (Gases/Vapors):