Solution to Pump Problem

Approximate solution to single pump problem.

Input parameters are in blue. Outputs are in dark brown.

Discharge Pipe

Diameter = 12.0 inch
H-W Roughness = 100
Length = 3000 ft
Static Lift = 10 ft

Dynamic Head

Flowrate = 10.0 cfs
Velocity = 0 ft/s

Fittings Losses K = 1.0
Minor Losses = 0 ft

Dynamic Head = 0 ft
Total Head = 0 ft

Energy

Efficiency = 65 %
Power = 0 Watt
Power = 0 Horsepower

Rate = 8.16 ¢/kWh Market
Duration = 365 days
Cost = $ 10.12

Terminology

Reference

Sanks, R. L., Pumping Station Design, 1998

Illustration

Water Pump