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Pump Head Calculator

TDH = Static Head + Friction Head + Pressure Head. Calculate total dynamic head for pump selection and sizing.

Total Dynamic Head

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ft

Pressure Head

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ft

Hydraulic Power

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HP

Brake Power (70% eff)

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HP

How this was calculated

TDH = Static Head + Friction Head + Pressure Head

Pressure Head (ft) = (Pd - Ps) × 2.31 / SG

Water Horsepower = Q(gpm) × TDH(ft) × SG / 3960

Brake Horsepower = WHP / pump efficiency (assumed 70%)

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Understanding Pump Head

Total Dynamic Head (TDH) is the total equivalent height that a pump must move fluid against, considering static elevation change, friction losses, and pressure requirements at the discharge point.

In petroleum operations, TDH calculations are critical for ESP sizing in artificial lift, water injection pump selection, produced water transfer systems, and chemical injection systems.

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Disclaimer: For estimation only. Actual pump selection requires full system curve analysis and manufacturer data.