McCalc^® Fusion Pressure Calculator

Use McElroy's fusion pressure calculator to quickly find the right fusion pressure for your job. To properly fuse pipe the fusion pressure must be adjusted so the pipe manufacturers recommended interfacial pressure is achieved.

We have several convenient ways to calculate fusion pressure. You can use our online tool below, download the Fusion Pressure Calculator App for your mobile device, or order a sliding calculator.

Wondering how it all works? Learn how to calculate fusion pressure.

Learn To Calculate Fusion Pressure

Example

Using a 28 Machine from Chart A (at right) we will determine our gauge pressure.

Pipe Size = 8" IPS
OD of Pipe = 8.625
DR of Pipe = 11
IFP = 75 PSI
Measured Drag = 30 PSI

Variable Definitions

OD = Outside diameter
T = Wall thickness
PI = 3.1416
DR = Dimensional ratio
IFP = Manufacturers recommended interfacial pressure
TEPA = Total effective piston area
DRAG = Force required to move pipe

Total effective piston area

Step 1. - Calculating Wall Thickness:

To determine wall thickness we will be using the Example (above).

T =

OD DR

= Wall thickness

Now the Example and the formula above we will calculate the wall thickness.

T =

8.625 11

= .784

Step 2. - Finding Total Effective Piston Area

Use Chart A (above) to find the TEPA of your machine.

TEPA = 4.710 (we are using the 28 as an example)

Step 3. - Calculating Gauge Pressure

Using the information we have gathered from above.

(OD - T) x T x PI x IFP TEPA

+ DRAG = Gauge Pressure

Step 4. - Completed Formula

Now using all the information and the formula above we will find the gauge pressure.

(8.625 - .784) x .784 x 3.1416 x 75 4.710

+ 30 PSI =

338 PSI