Best Friction Loss Apps

Pipe Flow Liquid Pressure Drop

Find Loss, Friction Loss Calc

Free

This app calculates friction and fitting losses in liquid flow systems using the Darcy-Weisbach equation. It offers extensive databases for fluids, pipes, and fittings, with customizable units and reporting options. Verified against published data, it's designed for engineers needing accurate pressure drop calculations.

Pipe Flow Wizard - Calculator

Flow Rate & Pressure Loss Calc

Free

Calculate fluid flow rate and pressure loss in pipes. This app helps engineers determine pipe diameter, maximum pipe length, and friction loss for both liquid and gas flows, including fittings and elevation changes. Results can be shared as Excel or PDF reports.

Education Is KEY

by KFH Industries, INC

Free

This tool provides firefighters with essential hose data and calculations, including friction loss, GPM, and nozzle pressure. It also serves as a product catalog for hose specifications and helps locate local product experts.

FD Pump Ops

Own Your Pump Panel

Free

This comprehensive fireground operating system provides firefighters with essential tools for pump operations, fire flow estimation, relay pumping, wildland incidents, and company officer decision-making. It offers a distraction-free, offline-capable interface designed for high-stress environments, replacing traditional reference materials with digital confidence.

Fire Pump Calc

Made by Kitimat Firefighters

Free

This professional hydraulic calculator assists fire service professionals and students with complex calculations for pump operations. It accurately determines pump discharge pressure, friction loss, elevation changes, and appliance pressure loss, all designed for real-world fireground scenarios. The app works offline and requires no account for immediate use.

ILMA

by Independent Lubricant Manufacturers Association

Free

Access industry news, regulatory updates, and a member directory. Find information on meetings, member resources, and engage with the community. Stay connected with the Independent Lubricant Manufacturers Association anytime, anywhere.

Cornell Pump Toolkit

by Cornell Pump

Free

This utility app helps calculate key centrifugal pump performance metrics like head, suction, and friction loss. It also suggests suitable pumps from a catalog and allows saving and sharing results. It's designed for field use on Apple devices, functioning offline.

Friction Drilling Calculator

by Drillsoft LLC

Free

This app simplifies drilling fluid analysis for petroleum professionals. It calculates key fluid dynamics, visualizes rheological data with interactive graphs, and supports multiple industry-standard models for accurate insights.

Valvoline Australia Lube Guide

The right oil for your vehicle

Free

This app helps users find the correct lubricant for various vehicles and equipment. It matches manufacturer specifications with leading oil company products for accurate recommendations across automotive, marine, agricultural, and industrial categories.

Martin Lubricants Catalog

by Martin Resource Management Corporation

Free

Explore a comprehensive catalog of industrial-grade lubricants, including automotive, commercial, and off-highway options. Discover detailed product information across various brands and private label offerings.

The BangShift Billy

by William Armstrong

Free

Precisely control your diaphragm clutch engagement and slip time for drag racing. Optimize launches, reduce driveline damage, and improve ET with millisecond accuracy.

DO Calcs Buddy

by Max McCoy

Free

This app helps firefighters and engineers perform hoseline calculations for training and certification. It offers customizable settings for specific departments and includes interactive study modes for various pump operator topics. The tool is designed for offline use and provides quick reference field topics.

PumpOps

Engine Pressure Calculator

Free

This app quickly calculates engine pressure for fire apparatus engineers and operator candidates. It allows users to select nozzles, hoses, and layouts to instantly update pump discharge pressure, with a clear breakdown of the equation used. It also includes reference and training tools for various fireground hydraulics.

Xport™ SPL APP

by Lubrication Engineers

Free

This app helps calculate the correct lubricant amount and discharge setting for lubrication systems. Proper lubrication is crucial for preventing costly equipment downtime and ensuring economic success. It's designed for easy installation on iOS devices.