How to calculate the size of the inlet and outlet pipes on a container based on flow rate
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How to calculate the size of the inlet and outlet ports on a container based on flow rate? What parameters are needed?
Once the flow rate is known, it can be calculated – for gases and liquids, taking into account process and safety requirements~
No special requirements; it just needs to be the same size as the inlet and outlet pipes
Could you provide a specific formula? Thank you
Flow rate in m³/h ÷ flow velocity in m/s ÷ 3600 (to standardize the time unit) = inner diameter of the pipe in m
(π/4)*（diameter^2）*flow velocity = flow rate/3600. The flow velocity is chosen based on the properties of each fluid; as a result, only the diameter remains as an unknown in this equation. Let’s perform the conversion. :)
First, it is necessary to determine a reasonable flow rate (the process design manuals provide recommended flow rates for different fluids under various operating conditions). Then, by dividing the flow rate by this value, the cross-sectional area of the pipe can be calculated, and from that, the diameter of the pipe can be determined.