Depth of Head in Process Equipment Design Formulas

Depth of Head refers to the vertical distance between the top of the vessel and the liquid level in the vessel when it is filled to its maximum operating capacity. And is denoted by h_o. Depth of Head is usually measured using the Millimeter for Length. Note that the value of Depth of Head is always positive.

Formulas to find Depth of Head in Process Equipment Design

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Process Equipment Design formulas that make use of Depth of Head

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List of variables in Process Equipment Design formulas

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FAQ

What is the Depth of Head?

Depth of Head refers to the vertical distance between the top of the vessel and the liquid level in the vessel when it is filled to its maximum operating capacity. Depth of Head is usually measured using the Millimeter for Length. Note that the value of Depth of Head is always positive.

Can the Depth of Head be negative?

No, the Depth of Head, measured in Length cannot be negative.

What unit is used to measure Depth of Head?

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

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