Fitting Equivalent Length Minor Losses Tool

Sum localized fitting loss coefficients (\(K\)) to compute dynamic minor pressure head drops.

Minor Loss Equation:

\( h_m = K_{\text{total}} \times \frac{V^2}{2g} \)

Fitting Inventory

Fluid Velocity (ft/s)

90° Standard Elbows (\(K=0.75\))

45° Standard Elbows (\(K=0.35\))

Standard Tees (\(K=1.50\))

Swing Check Valves (\(K=2.00\))

Total K-Coefficient 8.70

Minor Head Loss 4.86 Feet

Minor Pressure Loss 2.11 PSI