C Factor
Term · Environment · MLC-T-ENV-003892
A factor of value used to indicate the smoothness of the interior of a pipe. The higher the C Factor, the smoother the pipe, the greater the carrying capacity, and the smaller the friction or energy losses from water flowing in the pipe. To calculate the C Factor, measure the flow, pipe diameter, distance between two pressure gages, and the friction or energy loss of the water between the gages. C Factor = Flow (GPM)/193.75 (Diameter, ft)2.63 (Slope)0.54.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ENV-003892 |
|---|---|
| Field | Environment |
| Subject | Laws, regulations and executive orders |
| References | Drinking Water Technical & Legal Terms |
Record as JSON
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