Butterfly Valves: Torque, Head Loss, and Cavitation Analysis (M49): Awwa Manual of Water Supply Practice

By: American Water Works Association

Updated from the 2001 edition, this new manual has expanded equations for eccentricity torque, added torque sign conventions and double offset disc design variables. Water operators receive complete information about the versatile butterfly valve in drinking water service. Engineers and technicians will gain a basic understanding of calculations for operating torque, head loss, and cavitation. Coverage includes valve design, torque, head loss, cavitation, testing, noise, and vibration. (

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1583218793
• ISBN13: 9781583218792
• Release Date: June 2012
• Publisher: American Water Works Association
• Length: 92 Pages
• Weight: 0.68 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 8.4" x 10.8"