Pypley vs LS Electric Soft Starters

Pypley calculates flow rate, pressure drop, and pump performance for circular pipe systems with Newtonian liquids. Build serial pipe systems using a pump database, fittings, and valves, with support for custom pumps and fittings stored via iCloud. Designed for hydraulic and process engineers, Pypley supports early-stage design and quick estimations. Key Features: * Converts all project parameters between Metric and US Imperial units. * Calculates flow rate, pipe velocity, and pressure drop in pipes. * Generates pressure loss tables for fittings and pipes in the system. * Includes native and customizable pump database. * Adjusts pump performance via speed (RPM) and impeller diameter. * Plots pump and system performance curves. * Computes K values for fittings using 3K and 2K methods. * Determines Reynolds number for each pipe diameter. * Calculates pipe friction factor using the Colebrook equation. * Reports pump discharge pressure and pressure at each pipe’s start. * Evaluates NPSHr and NPSHa to assess pump cavitation risk. * Supports custom fitting lists with Kv/Cv coefficients or pressure/flow data. * Detects negative pressure in pipelines. * Identifies when centrifugal pumps reach maximum flow capacity. * Organises projects chronologically, with newest first. * Provides an expanded pipe material library with enhanced data. Pypley is a design tool for hydraulic and process applications, ideal for initial designs or rapid calculations. Note: Pypley does not support parallel or network flow analysis. Disclaimer: While we strive for accuracy and will address any issues, the developer is not liable for errors or omissions in Pypley’s calculations.

Select a starter, diagnose issues and get support for LSE soft starters from the palm of your hand with the LSE Soft Starters app. QuickPick Product Selection Provide some basic details including industry, application, and motor size, and the LSE Soft Starters app will suggest a suitably rated model for each available product range. Select a recommendation to see a full list of features and products specifications, with the ability to share the document at the push of a button, or request a quote from your nearest LSE sales representative. QR Scanner (for SSM series starters) The app allows operators to read (via QR code) and share important information about trip conditions with electrical support staff no matter where they are. This means your machinery will be back at work in double quick time. During operation the SSM series soft starter monitors and protects you motor and machine. When a fault condition is detected the starter trips to protect your system and displays the trip cause on the local control panel. If the operator is not trained or qualified to diagnose and reset the system, the LSE Soft Starters app allows them to upload and e-mail operational and trip data to support staff. It’s as simple as taking a photo and forwarding a message. Support Contacts Database Need support for your LSE product? The LSE Soft Starters app is pre-populated with contact details for your local LSE representative, as well as your nearest LSE office. If you have contact details for your local installer or for a personal support contact, you can also add these details to the app for safekeeping and quick sharing of QR data or quote requests. Reference Tools Quickly calculate motor FLC and required enclosure ventilation flow with the convenient calculators built in to the LSE Soft Starters app.