Cavitation Pressure Calculator

Calculates minimum pressure to prevent cavitation in pump suction and piping systems.

Higher temps increase vapor pressure.
°F
Velocity in critical section.
ft/s
Local atmospheric pressure.
psia

Results

Vapor Pressure-psia
Minimum Pressure to Avoid Cavitation-psia
Required NPSH Margin-feet
References: Hydraulic Institute Standards, ASPE Data Book Vol. 3