Head Loss Calculator

Total Dynamic Head (TDH) for PVC Plumbing Circuits

Saved Pools

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Pool Information

Residential: 6-8 hrs • Commercial: 4-6 hrs
Positive (+) = water must rise (e.g., raised spa, elevated feature, solar panels on roof) • Negative (−) = water drops back down (gravity helps)
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Plumbing Circuits

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Equipment (check all that apply per circuit)

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Filter & Pump Sizing

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Reads pool volume & turnover from above. Select a filter type to see minimum sizing, recommended models, and required flow rate.
Reference: PHTA Builder's Manual 5th Ed, Chapter 5 — Tables 5-34, 5-35
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Plumbing Cost Estimator

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Pricing from your plumbing sub's price list. Pipe footage auto-reads from your circuits above. Adjust quantities and add extras below.
Base Packages
Pipe Footage (PVC per LF — auto-synced from circuits)
Additional Items (Returns, Skimmers, Jets, etc.)
Suction Lines
Gas Lines
Equipment Installs
Valves (Install + Supply)
Specialty Items
Labor / Excavation
Electrical Conduit
Estimated Plumbing Total
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