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Backflow preventer pressure losses

Typical pressure loss across reduced-pressure (RP) and double-check (DC) backflow assemblies at design flow.

Size (in)DCVA loss (psi)DCVA loss (bar)RPZ loss (psi)RPZ loss (bar)
260.41120.83
350.34110.76
44.50.31100.69
640.2890.62
83.50.2480.55
1030.217.50.52

Opmerkingen

  • Values are typical mid-range; use manufacturer curves for final calc.

Bron

Manufacturer published curves (Watts, Wilkins, Ames); USC FCCCHR.

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FireTwin AI (2026). Backflow preventer pressure losses. FireTwin AI. https://firetwin.eu/nl/data/backflow-preventer-loss
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FireTwin AI, "Backflow preventer pressure losses," FireTwin AI, 2026. [Online]. Available: https://firetwin.eu/nl/data/backflow-preventer-loss

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