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In regards to fluid properties in the piping system, what is the formula for Net Pressure Suction Head?

August 26, 2014

Net Pressure Suction Head is Net (left over) + pressure of suction force into pump intake after friction loss. Liquid head height or liquid head pressure + gravity pressure – friction loss = net head of pressure force into pump.

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