Delivery Head in Reciprocating Pumps Formulas

Delivery Head is the maximum pressure or head developed by a single acting pump, typically measured at the pump’s outlet, during its operation. And is denoted by h_del. Delivery Head is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Delivery Head is always negative.

Reciprocating Pumps formulas that make use of Delivery Head

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FAQ

What is the Delivery Head?

Delivery Head is the maximum pressure or head developed by a single acting pump, typically measured at the pump’s outlet, during its operation. Delivery Head is usually measured using the Meter for Length. Note that the value of Delivery Head is always negative.

Can the Delivery Head be negative?

Yes, the Delivery Head, measured in Length can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Delivery Head?

Delivery Head is usually measured using the Meter[m] for Length. Millimeter[m], Kilometer[m], Decimeter[m] are the few other units in which Delivery Head can be measured.

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