The pressure at the suction of the pump reads 8 psi vacuum, while at the discharge is 41 psi. The difference in elevation between the suction and discharge side is 1.6 ft. The diameter at suction is 7.2 in, while at the discharge is 4.5 in. Calculate the power delivered by the pump in hp if it delivers 1800 gpm. Write your answer to 1 decimal place.

The pressure at the suction of the pump reads 8 psi vacuum, while at the discharge is 41 psi. The difference in elevation between the suction and discharge side is 1.6 ft. The diameter at suction is 7.2 in, while at the discharge is 4.5 in. Calculate the power delivered by the pump in hp if it delivers 1800 gpm. Write your answer to 1 decimal place.

Elements Of Electromagnetics

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Author:Sadiku, Matthew N. O.

Publisher:Sadiku, Matthew N. O.

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