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Properly applying pumps can be a complex business. In this section you'll find information that can help in understanding pump basics, fluid dynamics, and other relevant information that can help in the process.

Conversion Factors

English measures - unless otherwise designated, are those used in the United States, and the units of weight and mass are avoirdupois units.

Gallon - designates the U.S. gallon. To convert into the Imperial gallon, multiply the U.S. gallon by 0.83267. Likewise, the word ton designates a short ton, 2,000 pounds.

Properties of water- it freezes at 32°F., and is at its maximum density at 39.2°F. In the multipliers using the properties of water, calculations are based on water at 39.2°F. in a vacuum, weighing 62.427 pounds per cubic foot, or 8.345 pounds per U.S. gallon

• Decimal and Millimeter Equivalents of Fractions
• Qwik Convert Tables
• Temperature Conversion Chart (Centrigrade(Celsius)-Farhenheit)
• Atmospheric Pressure and Barometer Readings at Different Altitudes

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