Ustang, Eries – Watts M61115-3 User Manual
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Sizing
CAVITATION ZONE
INLET PRESSURE - PSI
OUTLET PRESSURE - PSI
300
280
260
240
220
200
180
160
140
120
100
80
60
40
20
0
10 20
40
50
60
70
80
90
130 140
120
110
100
30
CAVITATION CHART
After selecting the valve size, locate inlet and outlet pressures on this chart. If the intersection point falls
in the shaded area, cavitation can occur. Operation of valves continually in the cavitation zone should be
avoided. Consult Watts ACV for alternatives.
Cavitation Chart
Size (in)
3
4
6
8
10
Maximum Continuous (GPM)
260
580
1025
2300
4100
Minimum Continuous (GPM)
1
30
50
115
200
Maximum continuous flow based on velocity of 20 ft. per second.
Minimum continuous flow based on velocity of 1 ft. per second.
NOTE: The above chart is a suggested guide. Inlet pressure, outlet pressure, minumum, normal and maximum flow rates should
be considered for specific valve sizing. Contact Watts ACV for details.
M6115-3 (Globe)
M61115-3 (Angle)