Force on elbow

[smfw]

I am looking for a formula to predict the force applied to an elbow in a closed loop hydonic system- Flow - 7000 usgpm water, nominal pipe size is 14".

 

[pmover]

i trust the elbow is a 90° elbow?
check any fluids textbook or engineering handbook, the information should be there. i remember addressing this particular problem while in college, but do not remember the equation.
-pmover

 

[hacksaw]

Marks Mechanical Engineering Handbook covers your case as does several others that deal with pumps and piping design.

Sounds like a trip to the book store is in order...