Pneumatic Powder and Solid Transport Systems

Calculator for pneumatic transport systems used to move powder and other solid products through air suspension.

Pneumatic Powder and Solid Transport Systems

Pneumatic transport systems are used to move powder and other solid products through air suspension. This calculator helps determine key parameters and constraints for pneumatic conveying systems.

System Specifications

Material Size Limit: Up to 50 mm Moisture Content: Maximum 20% Maximum System Length: 300 m per unit Working Pressure: Maximum 40 kN/m² Maximum Temperature Rise: 5°C

Transport Modes

  • Dilute Phase: High air velocity (20-30 m/s)
  • Strand Conveying: Limited air velocity (15-20 m/s)
  • Dense Phase: Low air velocity (5-10 m/s)
Calculator

Inputs

Results

Pipe Cross-Sectional Area-- m²
Air Volume Flow Rate-- m³/h
Material Loading Ratio-- kg/kg air
System Length within Limit-- Valid (1=Yes, 0=No)
Moisture Content within Limit-- Valid (1=Yes, 0=No)