Pipe Volume Gallons per Foot by Tons of Concrete

Pipe Volume Formula:

\[ V = \pi \times \left(\frac{d}{2}\right)^2 \times 0.3048 \times 264.172 \]

Volume per Foot (gallons):

1. What is Pipe Volume Gallons per Foot Calculator?

Definition: This calculator estimates the volume of liquid a pipe can hold per linear foot, measured in gallons.

Purpose: It helps engineers, plumbers, and construction professionals determine pipe capacity for fluid transport systems.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

\[ V = \pi \times \left(\frac{d}{2}\right)^2 \times 0.3048 \times 264.172 \]

Where:

\( V \) — Volume per foot (gallons)
\( d \) — Pipe diameter (meters)
\( \pi \) — Mathematical constant Pi (~3.1416)
0.3048 — Conversion factor (meters per foot)
264.172 — Conversion factor (gallons per cubic meter)

Explanation: The formula calculates the cross-sectional area of the pipe, converts it to volume per foot, then converts cubic meters to gallons.

3. Importance of Pipe Volume Calculation

Details: Accurate pipe volume calculations are essential for system design, flow rate calculations, and determining storage capacity in piping systems.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the pipe diameter in meters. The value must be > 0.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: Why is diameter in meters but result per foot?
A: The formula converts from metric diameter to imperial volume per foot for compatibility with common engineering standards.

Q2: Does this account for pipe wall thickness?
A: No, this calculates internal volume based on internal diameter. For precise calculations, use actual internal diameter.

Q3: How do I calculate for multiple feet of pipe?
A: Multiply the result by the total length in feet to get total volume.

Q4: What about different pipe shapes?
A: This formula is for circular pipes only. Other shapes require different formulas.

Q5: Why use 264.172 for conversion?
A: This converts cubic meters to US gallons (1 m³ = 264.172 US gallons).