Volume of pressurized storage tank

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around determining the volume and dimensions of a pressurized storage tank that maintains a pressure of 500 psi. Participants explore the relationship between pressure and tank dimensions, considering various applications and types of tanks.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant asks for the volume and dimensions of a tank at 500 psi, indicating a need for more information.
  • Another participant notes that pressure alone cannot determine tank dimensions, suggesting additional information is required.
  • A participant mentions having paintball gun tanks and scuba tanks that can maintain 500 psi, questioning the application context.
  • Some participants assert that 500 psi is relatively low for compressed air tanks, implying that higher pressures are more common in certain applications.
  • One participant shares personal experience with tanks that can hold 3000 psi, reinforcing the idea that 500 psi is manageable for various tank types.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that additional information is necessary to determine tank dimensions based on pressure alone. There is a debate regarding the adequacy of 500 psi for different tank applications, with some asserting it is low while others provide examples of tanks that operate at this pressure.

Contextual Notes

The discussion lacks specific details about the type of tank, material, and intended use, which are critical for accurately determining volume and dimensions.

ahsuu
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tell me if anyone knows that if we maintain a pressure of 500psi in the tank then what will be itz volume and dimensions
 
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You are going to have to provide more information for anyone to help you.
 
That is to say, ahsuu, pressure is just force per unit area, so interior pressure alone cannot possibly determine the dimensions of a tank. There must be some other information in your problem.
 
I have paintball gun tanks that are 48 cubic inches that can maintain 500psi. I also have scuba tanks which can handle 500psi. What is the application?
 
500 psi is nothing for a compressed air tank. You should be looking at a lot higher pressure aluminum or composite tanks so you can carry more air.
 
FredGarvin said:
500 psi is nothing for a compressed air tank. You should be looking at a lot higher pressure aluminum or composite tanks so you can carry more air.

I know, I have 3000psi in them, I was just saying that they can hold 500psi no problem.
 

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