Irrigation Pipe Sizing Student Workbook (10 COPIES LEFT)

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Learn how to properly size pipe for more economical irrigation systems that perform correctly. This workbook covers applying the friction factor and velocity methods, as well as when to use each method. Practice problems help students develop skills, including using friction loss charts.

Contents:

• Introduction to Irrigation Pipe Sizing
• Objectives
• Lateral Line Pipe Sizing and the Friction Factor Method
• Friction Factor Formula
• Using the Friction Factor Method
• A Note About Pipe Types
• Using Friction Factor Sizing Charts
• Practice Problems #1
• Design Decisions Affecting Pipe Sizing
• Effect of Sprinkler Operating Pressure on Pipe Size
• Effect of Changing Valve Location on Pipe Size
• Effect of Changing Allowable Sprinkler Pressure Variation on Pipe Size
• Practice Problems #2
• Exceptions to Standard Friction Factor Calculations
• Modification of the Friction Factor Due to Elevation Change Between Sprinklers
• Modification of the Friction Factor Due to Change in Elevation Between the Valve and the First Head
• Modification of the Friction Factor Because of Long Length of Pipe Between Valve and the First Sprinkler on the Lateral Line
• Friction Factor Method Summary
• Velocity Limit Method
• Mainline Pipe Sizing vs. Lateral Lines
• Velocity Limit Method - Single Valve Operation
• Practice Problems #3
• Pipe Sizing Summary
• Velocity Limit Method Summary
• Sizing Mainlines with Multiple Valve Operation
• Pipe Sizing Summary
• References and Suggested Supplemental Reading
• Manuals and Books
• Web Sites
• Glossary of Terms
• Figure Legend
• About the Foundation
• About IA
• Section A - Answers to Examples
• Section B - Friction Loss Charts

Publisher: The Irrigation Association, 2010