Laminar Flow - Friction Coefficients

Calculate friction coefficients for laminar fluid flow using the formula λ = 64 / Re. Valid for Reynolds Number less than 2300.

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Reynolds Number (Re) (non-dimensional)

Dynamic Viscosity (μ) (Ns/m²)

Hydraulic Diameter (dh) (m)

Mean Velocity (u) (m/s)

Fluid Density (ρ) (kg/m³)

Friction Coefficient (from Re)-- non-dimensional

Friction Coefficient (direct)-- non-dimensional

Kinematic Viscosity (ν)-- m²/s