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adamjbradley
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I'll elaborate a little. I trying to work out how to calculate and how to make at least 180 F (80 C) and 3 gallons per minute (11 liters/min)?
Thanks in advance!
Adam
Thanks in advance!
Adam
viscousflow said:Elaborate a bit more please. Would you like to know how to make a flow rate of 3gal/min at 180F?
brewnog said:...and that's assuming he means water.
kandelabr said:der's a srtain seemilarity
jarednjames said:Do you mean you want to raise the temperature to 180 and then pump at 3 gallons a minute (provide energy for both)?
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Do you mean you are pumping at 3 gallons a minute and you need the energy input required to heat that flow rate to 180?
The formula for calculating flow rate is Q = V/t, where Q is the flow rate in gallons per minute (GPM), V is the volume of fluid in gallons, and t is the time in minutes.
To convert GPM to CFS, you can use the conversion factor 0.002228, which is the number of cubic feet in a gallon. So, to convert GPM to CFS, simply multiply the flow rate in GPM by 0.002228.
In flow rate calculations, 180°F is significant because it represents the temperature of the fluid being measured. The viscosity of a fluid, or its resistance to flow, is affected by temperature. As the temperature increases, the viscosity decreases, resulting in a higher flow rate for the same volume of fluid.
Measuring the flow rate of fluid is important in many industries, such as manufacturing and water treatment. It allows for accurate control of processes, detection of leaks or blockages, and optimization of efficiency. Additionally, knowing the flow rate can help determine the appropriate size of pipes, pumps, and other equipment needed.
The flow rate of 180°F and 3 GPM is a specific measurement that can affect the performance of a system in various ways. For example, in a heating system, it may indicate the amount of hot water needed to maintain a certain temperature. In a cooling system, it may determine how quickly the system can cool down a space. In general, the flow rate can impact the efficiency, effectiveness, and overall performance of a system.