NPSHa Calculator

Net Positive Suction Head — Available

Input Parameters

Altitude

Water Temperature

Calculated Result

NPSHa

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ft. head

NOTE: NPSHa must be greater than the selected pump's NPSHR to avoid cavitation. Contact Skidmore for pump selection assistance.

Input Parameters

Altitude

NPSHr (ft. head)

ft. head

Calculated Result

Max Allowable Water Temperature

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°F

Display result in:

NOTE: This is the highest condensate temperature the system can handle at the given altitude and NPSHa. NPSHa must exceed the pump's NPSHR.