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  1. fireguy

    Pressure decay

    Actually I am dealing with PVC hose. I am looking for a way to calculate the pressure drop seen when the hose is flowing 0 CFM. We are looking at pressure decay tesing our product here at our plant for leaks but I'm not certain how much pressure drop we are going to be seeing when the hose on...
  2. fireguy

    Pressure decay

    Anyone know how to calculate the pressure drop you'll see when pressurizing a hose cue to hose expansion?
  3. fireguy

    BSPT threads interchangeable with NPTF threads

    I am looking for technical information on why BSPT threads in 3/4" and NPTF threads cannot be used together. I have been told and read a lot of info that says we cannot use them, but nothing that tells me why. Certain people in my company says it can be done and is no big deal. We mass...

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