Total head

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Total head

Total head of a pump is calculated as the vertical height between the level of liquid at its source to the highest point the liquid will be pumped - the discharge point of the pump.

Total head of a pump is calculated as the vertical height between the level of liquid at its source to the highest point the liquid will be pumped - the discharge point of the pump.

Manufacturers normally supply a performance curve or performance graph for the pump which shows the pump head vs the pump flow rate. The flow rate and the head will connect at a certain point and give you the answer to whether that pump will perform to your requirements for your pump application.

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