Friction Loss by Hose Size: FL = C × Q² × L with a Coefficient Lookup
This lesson is part of the course
In this lesson
You look up the friction loss coefficient for seven hose lays, calculate the friction loss of each, build the loss curve of a 1¾ in line and chart how fast it climbs with flow.
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Lessons in this course
- Smooth-Bore Nozzle Flow: GPM = 29.7 × d² × √NP Locked
- Fog Nozzle Flows & Pressures: Rated vs Actual, Reaction & Status Locked
- Friction Loss by Hose Size: FL = C × Q² × L with a Coefficient Lookup Locked
- Elevation Gain & Loss: 0.434 psi per Foot and the 5 psi per Floor Rule Locked
- Pump Discharge Pressure for Single & Wyed Lines Locked
- Siamese & Parallel Lines: Splitting the Flow to Cut Friction Loss Locked
- Standpipe Operations: Pumping into the FDC Locked
- Multi-Line Pump Chart & Maximum Flow Check Locked