what is npsh and how to calculate it for a centrifugal pump

Answer Posted / pradeepa

NPSH is net positive suction head of a pump. For
centrifugal pumps, it is calculated as follows:

NPSHa = Atm. pr. + static head - vapour pressure - pressure
loss in the suction piping - pressure loss due to the
suction strainer.

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