How to get from pump flow rate to pressure change

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To achieve a pump flow rate of 40 gallons per hour to a height of 8 feet, a pressure change of 3.44 psi is required, as calculated using the Bernoulli equation. However, the available pumps listed have a maximum head lower than the needed 8 feet, making them unsuitable. Simply increasing the flow rate will not compensate for inadequate head capability; a pump must be able to deliver at least 8 feet of head. Redesigning the piping system to minimize head loss is another potential solution. The discussion also raises a question about the relationship between flow rate and head height in pump performance.
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Hi,
Essentially what I need is a pump that will pump 40 gallons of water per hour to a height of 8 feet. Ignoring pressure losses in the lines (for now) I used the bernouli equation to determine that I need a pressure change of 3.44 psi in my pump. I found these pumps that look suitable but all list a max head far lower than the 8 feet I need. http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=21414

I was thinking maybe just use one with a higher volume flow to compensate for the head loss. Maybe the 100 gph one? Is there a way to determine exactly what I need? Thanks!
 
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If the pump cannot deliver a head greater than 8', increasing the flow will not compensate. Find a pump which can deliver at least 8' of head, or re-design the piping system to reduce the head loss.
 
Fascinating. Fluid mechanics has always baffled me. Thanks!
 
Out of curiosity, is there a fundamental reason why a pump that can pump 200 gph to a height of 5 feet, can't also pump 100 gph to a height of 10 feet?
 
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